At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape safe and innovative rail systems across Canada as a Signaling Engineer.
- Company: Join WSP, a top Canadian employer with a global community of innovators.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with limitless opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on rail systems that move communities forward.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 98800 - 130800 $ per year.
What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
The Opportunity – Build the Future with Us
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. Reporting to the Manager, Rail Systems Engineering, 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. You will be supported by leadership to grow your professional capabilities and strengthen your impact as a leader in a consulting environment.
Your Impact
- Contribute to the development and analysis of rail signaling systems.
- Perform signaling calculations, drawings, specifications, procurement documents, and design packages for construction and implementation.
- Provide detailed technical checks of signaling and circuit designs produced by internal teams and third-party consultants.
- Develop compliant signaling schemes aligned with industry standards, codes, client specifications, and rail operating rules.
- Serve as a technical resource across projects, ensuring quality, safety, and consistency of signaling designs.
- Engage with clients to communicate technical concepts clearly and resolve complex engineering challenges.
- Plan and execute project work while balancing scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- 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.
- A 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.
Why Choose WSP?
- 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.
Ready to Shape the Future? Join WSP and help deliver rail and transit systems that move communities forward. Apply today and be part of something bigger.
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
Signaling Engineer, Rail and Transit employer: WSP in Canada
WSP est un employeur de choix pour les professionnels passionnés par l'innovation et le développement durable. En tant que Directeur(trice) de projet en Mécanique et Électricité, vous bénéficierez d'une culture de travail collaborative qui valorise la diversité des idées et favorise la croissance personnelle et professionnelle. Situé au cœur du Québec, WSP offre des opportunités uniques de travailler sur des projets d'envergure tout en contribuant à façonner l'avenir de nos communautés.
