Traction Power Engineer — Rail & Transit, Flexible Work

WSP; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,100 - 124,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Top 100 Employer in Canada recognition

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is hiring a Traction Power Engineer to design and enhance traction power systems for transit. You will conduct AC and DC studies, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with diverse engineering teams to deliver impactful infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate possesses over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong background in electrical engineering. Join us to shape the future of transit sustainably and safely.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in traction power engineering for rail or transit systems.
• Strong understanding of AREMA, CSA, EN, IEEE, and related standards.
• Experience designing within multidisciplinary environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct traction power studies and interpret study results.
• Prepare, review, and validate engineering drawings.
• Collaborate across various engineering disciplines.

Skills

AC and DC traction power studies

Technical decision making

Engineering drawings and specifications

Grounding and bonding designs

Risk identification and management

Collaboration across disciplines

QA/QC processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree

Licensed P.Eng. in Ontario

Tools

Traction power modeling tools

System analysis software

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Canada is hiring a Traction Power Engineer to design and enhance traction power systems for transit. You will conduct AC and DC studies, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with diverse engineering teams to deliver impactful infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate possesses over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong background in electrical engineering. Join us to shape the future of transit sustainably and safely.