Systems Assurance

Actalent; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Systems Assurance Specialist to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This role involves developing and implementing System Assurance strategies for pivotal projects that shape the future of transportation. You will lead safety assurance analyses, ensure compliance with CENELEC standards, and mentor junior engineers. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and the chance to work on high-impact projects like the Union Station Upgrades and the Ontario Line. If you are passionate about railway safety and security, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in System Assurance, particularly in railway systems.
• In-depth knowledge of CENELEC standards and RAMS methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement System Assurance strategies covering Safety Assurance, Security, and RAM.
• Lead and review System Safety Assurance analyses and management plans.

Skills

System Assurance

CENELEC standards

Safety Assurance

Security

RAMS methodologies

Leadership

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Hazard Log Management tools

Job description

Job Title: Systems Assurance Specialist

Job Description

Join a dynamic team working on pivotal projects such as the Union Station Upgrades and the Ontario Line. You will develop and implement System Assurance strategies, focusing on Safety Assurance, Security, and RAM for railway systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to projects that shape the future of transportation in Ontario.
System Assurance Engineer
Location:Toronto, ON or Thornhill Hybrid
Projects: Union Station Upgrades (USEP) and Ontario Line
Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled
System Assurance Engineer to join our team, working on multiple projects for Metrolinx, including the Union Station Upgrades (USEP) and the Ontario Line.
The successful candidate will develop and implement comprehensive System Assurance strategies, covering Safety Assurance, Security, and Reliability,
Availability, and Maintainability (RAM).
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement System Assurance strategies covering Safety Assurance, Security, and RAM.
• Lead and review System Safety Assurance analyses and management plans in accordance with CENELEC standards (EN50126, EN50128, EN50129, EN50159).
• Apply CENELEC guidelines for RAMS quantitative target decomposition and allocation.
• Lead system assurance teams to ensure all railway systems and components comply with relevant governance, regulations, and standards, including Metrolinx Schedule 29.
• Monitor and evaluate compliance with established standards.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to integrate system assurance requirements and policies into project designs and operations.
• Oversee the implementation of safety and security requirements.
• Ensure clear documentation and reporting of system assurance activities, including safety, security, and reliability targets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide expert guidance on best practices in railway safety and security.
• Stay updated on technological advancements and regulatory changes affecting system assurance.
• Support the delivery assurance lead in strategic decision-making through risk management and assurance reporting.
• Organize and attend periodic Safety Reviews.
• Liaise with Independent Safety Assessors and Safety Advisors, managing the closure of assigned observations.

Documentation and Analysis:

• Lead and/or produce documentation, including the System Safety Program Plan and Safety & RAMS requirements.
• Lead decomposition and allocation of RAMS requirements downstream of the V-cycle phases.
• Produce RAMS Validation and Verification plans and reports.
• Represent RAMS engineering in the project core team.
• Establish RAM demonstration plans and FRACAS procedures with project management and field teams.
• Lead Human Factor assessments and Human Reliability Analysis.
• Develop and review system HW/SW analyses (PHA, SHA, SSHA, IHA, O&SHA) using safety techniques such as FMECAs, FTA, ETA, RBD, and CCF.
• Develop the System Safety Case.

Process and Team Leadership:

• Establish processes and procedures for Hazard Log Management tools.
• Mentor and lead system assurance engineers in executing System Assurance Programs for clients.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in System Assurance, particularly in railway systems.
• In-depth knowledge of CENELEC standards and RAMS methodologies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to stay updated on industry advancements and regulatory changes.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $76.00 - $92.00/hr.
Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Toronto,ON.

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