Signalling Engineer, Rail & Transit
$98,800–$130,800 year
On-siteVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Job Summary
Develop and analyze signal systems for transit and heavy rail using Communications Based Train Control and traditional relay-based technologies, including braking calculations, control tables, and phasing plans. Prepare detailed calculations, drawings in AutoCAD or MicroStation, technical specifications, and design justifications for procurement and construction. Perform rigorous checks of signal and circuit designs against industry standards, codes, and client specifications while ensuring compliance with Rail Operation Rules. Interact with clients to resolve technical issues and manage project schedules, budgets, and junior team development within a multi-disciplinary consulting environment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), or eligibility to apply
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Railway Signaling in both Communications Based Train Control and traditional relay-based systems
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and / or equivalent CAD software
- Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Strong working knowledge of: CROR (Canadian Rail Operating Rules), AREMA standards and Transport Canada GCR/GCS requirements
- Experience in signaling design, circuit design, relay logic design, communications-based signals design, and grade crossing warning systems design
- Proven ability to work successfully in multi-disciplinary teams and across different business units
- Strong communication skills, presentation skills, and report writing skills
- Knowledge of signaling principles, train control solutions including CBTC (moving block or fixed block) and PTC, and railway standards such as CENELEC and MIL-STD
- Skilled in developing, modifying, and validating vital logic and application data across multiple signaling platforms
- Proven experience programming and configuring railway signaling systems such as: XP4, ElectroLogIXS and related industry-standard signaling systems
- Experience with simulation software such as SATS or Vital-Sim
- Experience supporting system testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of field issues
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