TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Toronto is seeking an experienced Transportation Engineer to lead projects in traffic systems planning and design. This full-time, permanent position focuses on implementing cutting-edge intelligent transportation initiatives and managing significant traffic signal infrastructure upgrades. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
• Experience in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and traffic signal operations.
• Valid Ontario Class 'G' driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develops Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) initiatives.
• Directs design and construction projects for traffic signals.
• Liaises with stakeholders and contractors on traffic management projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering

Membership in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario

Job description

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• Division & Section:Transportation Services, Traffic Systems Delivery
• Work Location: 703 Don Mills
• Job Type & Duration: 1 Full-Time, Permanent Vacancy
• Affiliation: Non-Union
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 23- JUN- 2025 to 04 - JUL- 2025

Are you an experienced engineer, able to bring confidence and your expertise of transportation in a project management capacity? Do you have the ability to work with others in implementing your strategies and design abilities? If so, you will enjoy this opportunity to join the Transportation Services Division of the City of Toronto.

Traffic Systems Planning, Design, and Capital Coordination Unit - This unit is responsible for the planning of new traffic systems (traffic signals and Intelligent Transportation Systems projects and budget management for the Traffic Management Section. This unit also provides project management, technical expertise and engineering input while overseeing traffic signal and systems design and construction activities undertaken by third parties such as Metrolinx, MTO, developers and TTC.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Your primary responsibilities as a Transportation Engineer, reporting to the Manager Traffic Systems, will be varied, but you’ll be expected to:

• Develops leading-edge Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) initiatives and finds pragmatic solutions to transportation problems which satisfy the City's economic environmental, and social responsibilities.
• Carries out and/or directs design and construction projects related to the modification, expansion or upgrading of traffic signal infrastructure (including bike signals, pedestrian crossovers, electronic controller equipment, detection, etc.), and the demonstration, expansion or upgrading of projects such as transit signal priority and emergency vehicle pre-emption, adaptive signalling, communications, variable message signs (VMS), CCTV cameras, traveller information systems, vehicle detection, etc.
• Reviews technical reports to provide input, comments and guidance.
• Prepares and reviews a variety of documents, such as contracts, policies, procedures, procurements, specifications and agreements.
• Prepares terms of reference for consultant/contractor assignments.
• Directs the work performance of external service providers with respect to quality, timeliness, cost, and completion of required tasks.
• Supervises project team members and support staff, including work term students.
• Develops standard operational procedures.
• Develops standards and specifications related to traffic signal and ITS infrastructure and equipment, and update operation manuals to reflect operational practices due to technological changes.
• Monitors system networks, ITS equipment and network usage and performance.
• Liaises with the public, Councillors, the media, consultants, contractors and other transportation agencies on matters relating to the delivery of assigned capital projects.
• Works with various internal stakeholders including Technology Services and the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer, among others.
• Prepares and makes presentations to senior divisional managers and other internal stakeholders.
• Establishes, maintains and fosters linkages to other units throughout the City and colleagues in other municipal, provincial, and federal governments to ensure effective partnerships.
• Maintains an awareness of developments and advancements in relevant fields to retain technical competency and provide state-of-the-art advice.
• Reviews drawings, engineering studies, specifications, plans and cost estimates prepared by consultants as they pertain to construction or modification of ITS and traffic signal facilities.
• Responds to enquiries from the public, City staff, members of Council, interest groups, and government agencies regarding traffic management issues.
• Provides work direction and training to unionized and non-unionized staff.
• Undertakes random checks and monitors work performance by contracted staff.
• Prepares training course materials and conduct training and demonstrations for users of the traffic management systems.
• Assists the Manager and Senior Engineer in developing budgets and estimates, including the Unit’s annual operating and capital budgets.
• Monitors expenditures for assigned projects and activities and provides regular reports to the Senior Engineer and Manager.
• Secures all engineering permits and approvals as may be required from external agencies.
• Performs and/or reviews research on new technical developments and practices related to traffic management systems and operations.
• Programs, operates and maintains a variety of electronic, mechanical, digital, analog, wireless, and computerized equipment that is part of the existing Traffic Management infrastructure.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), and membership in good standing with Professional Engineers Ontario.
• A university degree in Civil Engineering with a focus on transportation systems, Electrical Engineering or a discipline pertinent to the job function, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Education in multiple disciplines would be an asset.
• Extensive experience in the planning, design, and construction of projects related to Street Lighting, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), traffic signal operations, traffic signals and systems, advanced traveller information systems (ATIS), advanced traffic management systems (ATMS), and communication systems.
• Considerable experience in project management, leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams for medium-large ITS and traffic signal deployment.
• A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and access to a reliable personal vehicle for use on City business.
• Experience on Communication Network Architecture and related hardware will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of electrical, electronics and communications equipment for traffic control systems.
• Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills to communicate with stakeholders, project participants and partners, special interest groups, the media, the public, elected officials, internal and external clients and consultants.
• Ability to work in a team, take initiative, self-manage, and be accountable, flexible, and adaptable.
• Prioritization, organization and leadership skills to multi-task, track and manage budgets, and schedule and manage the work of consultants, vendors, contractors and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours, when required.
• Highly developed analytical and diagnostic skills to organize records and data, and prepare specialized technical reports, with the ability to perform effectively in a system operations environment.
• Knowledge of relevant standards, Acts, By-laws, and Regulations, including Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Highway Traffic Act, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Device, National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation System Protocol (NTCIP), International Municipal Signal Association standards, National Electrical Manufacturers Association standards, Ontario Traffic Manual, Ontario Provincial Standards, City of Toronto road system, and City of Toronto Uniform Traffic By-laws.
• Knowledge in the principles of traffic engineering technologies, theories and practices, and safe work practices as they relate to working with high-speed and heavy-traffic roadways.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity .