Senior SCADA Engineer in Toronto

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Job ID: R0126913

Date Posted: 2026-04-20

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS CANADA, INC.

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior SCADA Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based out of 2 locations in Toronto, Canada and Mississauga, Canada.

Accountabilities

• Analyze customer‑supplied system specifications and decompose them into detailed functional, performance, hardware, and software requirements, while extending the requirement set based on applicable standards, codes of practice, and system interfaces.
• Identify gaps between customer requirements and company standard solutions.
• Create requirement documents including high‑level design documents, interface control documents, detailed software requirements and specifications, and requirements traceability documentation in accordance with applicable quality standards.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with the customer throughout the project lifecycle and act as a technical liaison with cross‑functional internal teams.
• Interface with internal stakeholders (project managers, construction managers, project engineers, application engineers) and external parties (customers, contractors, local authorities, external assessors) to maintain consistent communication.
• Develop and execute commissioning plans, including resource allocation, logistics, and scheduling.
• Act as onsite lead for commissioning and acceptance testing.
• Coordinate work sequences, schedules, resources, and punch list management.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders to define and execute testing protocols required for commercial operation, based on contractual and safety requirements.
• Oversee commissioning and acceptance testing of all plant systems, including control and communication networks, power supply, fire detection, ventilation, HMIs, and integrated control.
• Provide local and remote technical troubleshooting support during commissioning and operations.
• Develop training materials for customers and O&M teams, including train‑the‑trainer program development for safe plant operation.
• Prepare professional commissioning and testing reports for internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing technical problem‑solving knowledge and enabling efficient resolution of customer issues.
• Fulfill administrative responsibilities, including service reports, issue tracking, job safety analyses, and quality compliance documentation.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation systems (railway, metro, tram, freight).
• Ability to lead the design process, support in installation activities, testing (FAT, SAT, SIT), and commissioning documentation for integrated SCADA‑related systems.
• Experience with interface clarification and technical integration of control systems with station services, civil works, and other rail subsystems.
• Strict adherence to safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating with internal and external system stakeholders.
• Reviewing and developing design/installation documentation.
• Supervising construction and ensuring technical compliance.
• Supporting interface resolution with civil, signaling, and systems teams.
• Reporting progress and identifying potential commercial or claim‑related impacts.

Basic technical knowledge in:

• Power distribution, grounding, wiring, cabinets, cable routes.
• Communication protocols (Modbus TCP, IEC 61850, OPC UA).
• Motor control principles.
• Hardware/software architecture.
• Relay logic.

Desired Skills / Knowledge

• 2+ years of experience in major transportation infrastructure projects.
• P.Eng. designation is preferred but not required.
• Demonstrable experience in designing, installing, delivering, testing, and operating SCADA or control‑system‑related solutions.
• Knowledge of international standards applicable to control and monitoring systems.
• Understanding of railway operational requirements and safety principles.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems, system assurance, manufacturing processes, quality, and safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and make on‑site decisions to progress works.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience as an Electrical/Automation Engineer.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Proven customer‑focused problem‑solving skills.

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Automation, Control Systems, or similar).
• Clear Criminal Background Check required.

Languages

• English proficiency required.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Long Term Disability.
• Life & Accident Insurance.
• A Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Vacation.
• Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.