System Engineer

System One; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Rail System Engineer to join their dynamic team in downtown Toronto. This role requires a self-motivated individual with a strong engineering background, capable of managing complex projects and leading technical discussions. You will be responsible for requirements management, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute to exciting rail system projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of engineering experience, with 3-5 years in a lead role.
• Extensive understanding of engineering lifecycles and HW/SW integration.
• Proficiency with requirements management systems and configuration tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage requirements and ensure accuracy within the requirements management tool.
• Lead scope discussions with technical teams and customers.
• Support technical decisions and assist in system architecture development.

Skills

Engineering Experience

Requirements Management

Leadership Skills

Technical Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Project Management

Systems Engineering Concepts

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Requirements Management Systems (e.g., Doors)

PLM Systems

Defect Tracking Tools

Configuration Tools

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Our Client is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Rail System Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of engineering tasks, from administrative to strategic. The job location is in downtown Toronto, Canada.

Accountabilities

1. Primary responsible for requirements management on the project and ensuring accuracy within the requirements management tool.
2. Lead scope/requirement discussions with technical teams and customers.
3. Lead System Requirements efforts and maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM).
4. Manage system requirements to ensure agreement with the customer and compliance with technical teams.
5. Decompose System Requirements into lower-level elements and collaborate with engineering teams for proper allocation.
6. Develop a deep understanding of subsystems provided by external suppliers to ensure system compatibility.
7. Support the development of the Concept of Operations, including operational scenarios and use cases.
8. Assist in System Architecture development (logical, functional, physical).
9. Act as the cross-functional technical interface among product development, engineering, manufacturing, verification & validation, commissioning, and RAMS teams.
10. Identify, define, and manage system interfaces.
11. Support technical decisions in project engineering.
12. Participate actively in defining optimal project technical solutions.
13. Support customer and internal design reviews.
14. Assist in lab, factory, and field testing, including executing System Integration Tests.
15. Perform impact analysis for proposed system changes and support Configuration Management throughout the lifecycle.
16. Ensure compliance with company processes and standards like CMMI, CENELEC, AREMA, IEEE, IPC.
17. Provide support to external stakeholders and participate in budget estimation.

Required Skills/Knowledge

• 5-8 years of engineering experience, with 3-5 years in a lead systems or design engineering role.
• Extensive understanding of engineering lifecycles, HW/SW integration, and delivering solutions to closure.
• Experience managing small to medium-sized projects and teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, requirements management systems (e.g., Doors), PLM systems, defect tracking, and configuration tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Fundamental Systems Engineering concepts: V-lifecycle, System Architecture, Requirements Management, Configuration and Interface Management, and interaction of mechanical, electrical, and software components.
• Ability to multitask across multiple projects and be detail-oriented.

Desired Skills/Knowledge

• P.Eng license for Ontario, CA.
• Experience with construction/civil work and standards.
• Expertise in high-speed rail systems, power systems, EMI/EMC, telecoms, control systems, signaling, CBTC, and ERTMS.
• Experience collaborating across diverse, geographically dispersed teams.
• Knowledge of tools like Doors and BIM design process.
• Familiarity with FRA/FTA regulations.

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services