At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver communication systems for major public infrastructure projects across North America.
- Company: Join Mott MacDonald, a purpose-driven engineering consultancy with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid work model promoting collaboration and flexibility.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or science with 7+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 99000 - 122000 $ per year.
At Mott MacDonald, we are driven by purpose and powered by brilliant people. As a trusted engineering, management, and development consultancy, we work with clients to solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes that make a meaningful difference for the communities we serve.
Mott MacDonald’s Toronto office is seeking a motivated Communication Systems Design Engineer. Reporting to the Canada Communication Systems Lead, the successful candidate will support the design of communication systems for public infrastructure projects including rail and transit, airports, and ports across North America.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, specification, and delivery of communication systems for rail, transit, airport, port, and other public infrastructure projects across North America.
- Serve as a technical advisor to project teams and clients, providing expertise in communication systems, systems integration, and operational technology solutions.
- Develop and review engineering designs, technical specifications, drawings, reports, and contract documentation for SCADA, DCS, PLC, and communication system projects.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary project interfaces and ensure seamless integration of communication systems with facility infrastructure, including cable containment, equipment mounting, and installation requirements.
- Manage technical project activities, including design reviews, site assessments, contractor coordination, system testing, commissioning, and issue resolution.
- Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and quality management while ensuring compliance with client standards, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
Candidate Qualifications
- A degree or equivalent qualification in engineering or science, preferably in electrical, computer, or systems engineering.
- At least 7 years of progressive experience designing and specifying communication systems, preferably for public infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated design experience with SCADA, DCS, and PLC systems.
- Demonstrated design experience in at least three of the following areas:
- CCTV and video management systems
- Intrusion detection and access control systems
- Telephony and intercom systems
- Fibre-optic backbone infrastructure
- Communication networks
- Radio, distributed antenna systems, and Wi-Fi
- Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
- Working knowledge of systems integration principles and the interfaces between communication systems and facility infrastructure, including cable containment, equipment mounting, and installation details.
- Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensure in Ontario is required.
- INCOSE ASEP or CSEP certification is desirable.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Bring your expertise, curiosity, and drive to make a difference. If you are ready to join a collaborative consultancy where your perspective is valued, your growth is supported, and you are empowered to lead with integrity, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits & Rewards
The expected salary range for this position is from $99,000 - $122,000. Multiple factors such as qualifications, overall experience, and position responsibilities will be used to determine the successful candidate's actual salary within the expected range. In addition to base salary, Mott MacDonald offers performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, giving employees a direct connection to our success. Eligible employees have access to health and dental coverage, wellness resources, retirement savings, insurance and disability protection, paid time off, family leave support, and professional development opportunities. Benefits are subject to eligibility, plan terms, and change.
Collaboration at Our Core: At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet clients, team, and personal commitments.
We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Communication Systems Design Engineer in Toronto employer: Mott MacDonald
At Mott MacDonald, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Our Toronto office offers Communication Systems Design Engineers the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that impact public infrastructure across North America, while benefiting from a comprehensive rewards package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that encourages career growth and innovation.
