Technical Specialist – Hardware Application Design

iVedha Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

iVedha Inc. is seeking a Technical Specialist – Hardware Application Design based in Toronto, Ontario. This role involves producing complex hardware designs and leading technical decision-making while resolving engineering challenges across multiple railway projects.

The ideal candidate must have 5–10+ years in hardware design, a degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, and a valid Engineering License in Québec (OIQ). Familiarity with MicroStation, AutoCAD, and railway signaling systems is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in hardware application design.
• Must hold a valid Engineering License in Québec (OIQ).
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction across projects as a subject matter expert.
• Lead technical decision-making and resolve complex design challenges.
• Prepare technical design specifications and Scope of Work (SoW).
• Ensure compliance with CENELEC and AREMA standards.

Skills

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Railway signalling systems

Technical documentation

Change Control systems

Education

Degree or diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Technical Specialist – Hardware Application Design

Position Summary

To produce complex Hardware Application designs, bookwirings, and equipment designs that meet requirements using established engineering processes and railway signaling principles.

The Technical Specialist acts as a subject matter expert, leading technical decision-making and providing direction across multiple projects while resolving complex engineering challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• 5–10+ years of experience in hardware application design
• Hands‑on experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD
• Strong understanding of railway signalling systems and infrastructure
• Experience preparing technical design specifications, SoWs, and RFQs
• Familiarity with: SAP (Bills of Materials), Configuration Management, Change Control systems (e.g., ClearQuest)
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Mandatory Requirement:

• Valid Engineering License in Québec (OIQ) — required for Montreal project

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership‑

• Act as a subject matter expert and provide technical direction across projects
• Lead technical decision‑making and resolve complex design challenges
• Develop hardware application designs and equipment layouts
• Interpret and write requirements ensuring traceability from high‑level to detailed design
• Prepare technical design specifications, Scope of Work (SoW), and RFQs
• Apply knowledge of railway infrastructure for trackside and equipment room deployments
• Ensure compliance with CENELEC and AREMA standards

Project Management‑

• Perform Work Package Manager responsibilities when required
• Plan timelines and track budgets to ensure project delivery
• Monitor progress of assigned tasks within the SID team
• Ensure deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and budget
• Follow client’s work instructions and Chorus processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on railway projects
• Knowledge of CENELEC and AREMA standards
• Ability to mentor junior team members
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills