Vehicle Engineer, Mechanical (10928)

Toronto Transit Commission (TTC); Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transit authority in the Greater Toronto Area is seeking a Vehicle Engineer, Mechanical to support the maintenance and design of subway vehicles. This role offers a chance to contribute to a sustainable transit system while ensuring operational excellence. The successful candidate will engage in engineering duties, provide guidance to staff, and ensure compliance with design standards. Join a team dedicated to enhancing public transportation and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision coverage

Defined pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Preferred to have directly related engineering experience working with transit vehicles.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in Ontario is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Performing mechanical engineering duties related to subway vehicles.
• Preparing technical specifications and design drawings.
• Providing engineering support to operational staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quality assurance

Communication

Project planning

Education

B.Sc. Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering

Tools

CADD

Excel

Power Point

Job description

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Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) provided pay range

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Base pay range

CA$96,460.00/yr - CA$120,611.40/yr

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 10928

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Rail Cars And Shops - Subway Operations (20000405) - T1,Srt & Workcar Engineering (30000415)

Salary Information: $96,460.00 - $120,611.40

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday / Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: May 13, 2025

Last Day to Apply: May 20, 2025

Reports to: Senior Engineer, Mechanical

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

The Rail Cars and Shops department is hiring for a Mechanical Vehicle Engineer!

An exciting opportunity that is destined for the incumbent to grow and will involve the maintenance, design and rehabilitation of TTC’s subway vehicles and it’s vehicle maintenance equipment.

This position will provide engineering support and guidance to operational and maintenance staff. All this will be possible with a Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) designation as you will be responsible for the engineering work of the section.

What You Will Do

• Performing a variety of mechanical engineering duties related to the maintenance of TTC’s revenue and non-revenue subway vehicles and associated mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, structural, and air conditioning equipment
• Preparing complete technical specifications, reports and detailed design and/or manufacturing drawings relating to mechanical components of non-revenue and revenue subway vehicles and associated equipment
• Investigating, diagnosing, and performing failure analyses of complex mechanical systems and issues
• Coordinate, direct and guide relevant TTC staff and/or consultants, contractors, suppliers and manufacturers in section specific design work, equipment or systems; resolve design issues to ensure compliance with TTC design standards and specifications.
• Compile cost and quantity estimates for specific projects, programs and budget purposes; assist with the preparation of budgets/cash flows and monitor where necessary to meet project and departmental goals and objectives.
• Initiate relevant procurement process, review technical proposals and quotations from consultants for compliance with branch requirements, evaluate tenders, recommend for award and monitor progress.
• Provide technical support and engineering guidance to relevant staff on a 24-hour basis as required.
• Promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination.
• Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies.

What Skills Do You Bring

• Apply the principles and practices of quality assurance
• Apply analytical skills
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Use office technology, software and applications

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Completion of a post-secondary university degree in a related discipline (Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering) or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent of B.Sc.
• Preferred to have directly related engineering experience working with transit vehicles.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario is mandatory.
• Sound knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, methods and practices with specific knowledge in the areas of drafting, tolerances, dimensioning, hydraulics, pneumatics, metallurgy, welding, stress analysis and mechanical analysis
• Basic understanding of electrical/electronic technology
• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Sound judgement supported by well-developed technical, analytical, problem-solving and technical writing skills
• Proficient in the use of computers with good working knowledge of applications related to the work, such as CADD, Excel, Power Point, database, etc.

What we Offer?

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging, representation and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQ(IA+) community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Human Resources – Talent Management at [phone]. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

This position is designated Safety Sensitive under the TTC's Fitness for Duty Policy. If you do not hold a designated position, you will be required to pass a drug test as part of the certification process.

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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