Traction Power Engineer - Rail & Transit Innovator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Growth opportunities

Support for work-life balance

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Vaughan is seeking an experienced Traction Power Engineer to design traction power systems for transit infrastructure. This role requires strong technical skills in AC/DC systems, compliance with standards, and collaboration across multiple disciplines. Candidates should hold a relevant Electrical Engineering degree and possess 5+ years experience in traction power engineering. The position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to impact the future of rail and transit across Canada.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in traction power engineering for rail or transit systems.
• Licensed P.Eng. in Ontario or eligible for licensure.
• Strong understanding of AREMA, CSA, EN, IEEE, and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AC and DC traction power studies.
• Interpret study results for technical decisions.
• Prepare, review, and validate engineering drawings.

Skills

Traction power engineering

Electrical Engineering

Standards compliance

Technical writing

Modeling tools proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in related discipline

Tools

Modeling software

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Vaughan is seeking an experienced Traction Power Engineer to design traction power systems for transit infrastructure. This role requires strong technical skills in AC/DC systems, compliance with standards, and collaboration across multiple disciplines. Candidates should hold a relevant Electrical Engineering degree and possess 5+ years experience in traction power engineering. The position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to impact the future of rail and transit across Canada.