Systems Integration Engineer, Senior - Rail and Transit
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The Opportunity – Build the Future with Us
Step into a senior technical leadership role shaping the next generation of urban rail. As a Senior Systems Integration Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in delivering a major rail extension project, ensuring complex new‑build systems integrate seamlessly with live, operational transit infrastructure.
Working from our Toronto office or project office, you’ll collaborate across disciplines and organizations to drive systems integration from concept through to revenue service — leaving a lasting impact on how communities move.
Your Impact
- Lead systems integration planning and execution across complex, multi‑disciplinary rail and transit projects.
- Define and manage systems architecture, interfaces, and integration strategies across the full engineering lifecycle.
- Coordinate signaling, communications, traction power, SCADA, control centre, and related subsystems to ensure seamless interoperability.
- Define and manage interfaces through Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Interface Definition Documents (IDDs), and traceability artifacts.
- Drive interface management, verification, and validation activities aligned with progressive design‑build milestones.
- Facilitate technical workshops and interface resolution sessions with designers, contractors, vendors, operators, and clients.
- Ensure compliance with system requirements, industry standards, and client expectations through robust traceability and governance.
- Engage directly with clients to resolve technical issues and align expectations
- Mentor junior engineers and specialists, fostering technical excellence and collaborative delivery.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline from an accredited university.
- Registered as an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) or licensed P.Eng. in Canada.
- INCOSE Certification such as ASEP or CSEP would be an asset.
- 8+ years of experience in transit, rail, or other safety‑critical engineering environments.
- Strong command of Systems Engineering principles, including V‑model lifecycle, interface definition, and integration planning.
- Hands‑on experience with systems integration for complex rail or transit projects.
- Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 15288, IEEE 1220, RAMS, and system safety certification processes.
- Experience supporting Verification & Validation (V&V) activities (FAT, SAT, SIT, test planning).
- Knowledge of CENELEC standards and Metrolinx Schedule 29 is an asset
- Familiarity with Requirements Management and Integration using tools like IBM DOORS
- Ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Why Choose WSP?
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
- 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 — because your growth drives ours.
- Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
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Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $135,200 – $179,100
MB & ON: $123,300 – $169,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $122,100 – $162,200
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future?
Join WSP and be part of a team delivering transformative transit infrastructure that connects communities and advances how cities move. Apply today and help redefine what’s possible.