Description
As an Intermediate Signaling Engineer, you will play a key technical role within WSP's Rail & Transit team, helping shape safe, reliable, and innovative rail systems across Canada.
You will collaborate with Chief Engineers, technical specialists, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex signaling solutions for commuter rail, subway, light rail, and heavy rail projects.
In this role, you will apply your transferable skills to define engineering processes, develop execution plans, mentor junior team members, and play a part in delivering multiple projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Contributing to the development and analysis of rail signaling systems.
- Performing signaling calculations, drawings, specifications, procurement documents, and design packages for construction and implementation.
- Providing detailed technical checks of signaling and circuit designs produced by internal teams and third-party consultants.
- Developing compliant signaling schemes aligned with industry standards, codes, client specifications, and rail operating rules.
- Serving as a technical resource across projects, ensuring quality, safety, and consistency of signaling designs.
- Engaging with clients to communicate technical concepts clearly and resolve complex engineering challenges.
- Planning and executing project work while balancing scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Ontario or eligible for registration or Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Rail Systems Engineering or equivalent signaling disciplines.
- Demonstrated expertise in conventional signaling systems, including braking calculations, control tables, schematics, and phasing plans.
- Knowledge of Computer Based Train Control would be an asset.
- Strong working knowledge of applicable rail industry codes, standards, and operating rules.
- Proven ability to collaborate in technical teams in a consulting environment.
- PMP certification considered an asset.
WSP offers a range of benefits, including:
- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here – whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition.
- Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
The salary range for this role is:
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 - $130,800
- MB & ON: $90,100 - $124,100
- NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $89,200 - $118,500