Signalling Engineer

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.

When you join us as an experienced professional, you will bring your expertise to work that matters while continuing to grow your career. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across disciplines and geographies, contribute your perspective, and help shape better outcomes through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

Build on your experience while helping shape what comes next. At Mott MacDonald, you'll work alongside talented people on complex and rewarding projects that make a real difference. We value fresh perspectives, encourage collaboration, and provide opportunities to expand your skills, take on new challenges, and grow your career. Whether you're deepening your technical expertise, broadening your leadership experience, or exploring new opportunities across our business, you'll be supported by a team that is committed to helping you succeed.

Mott MacDonald is looking to hire a motivated individual to join our growing team in Toronto in order to develop, support, and provide oversight on the execution of Signaling and Train Control Systems projects for rail and transit systems. As part of our wider Rail Systems Team spanning Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto, this position provides the opportunity to contribute to the growth of our Ontario operations, including collaboration with other subject matter experts across various projects, occasionally witnessing works on active construction sites, and contributing to long-term business development opportunities. This role will report to the Rail Systems Lead for Central Canada.

Working within Mott MacDonald's Rail Systems practice, the successful candidate will be supported by senior signalling, systems engineering, testing and commissioning specialists across Canada and North America to further develop technical and project leadership capabilities. The position offers a clear development pathway towards Signalling Lead and Project Manager responsibilities.

• Support design efforts and provide oversight on signalling and train control systems for heavy rail, passenger rail, and transit projects
• Review signaling system designs, specifications, installation, and testing plans for compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and guidelines
• Provide technical advisory services and input to clients in the development of system requirements and contract documents for signaling and train control systems projects
• Support testing, commissioning, migration, cutover, and operational readiness activities, occasionally necessitating attendance on site
• Contribute to the development, adoption, and delivery of railway signaling design processes within Mott MacDonald’s North American practices
• Lead the signalling elements of project bids and project delivery within Mott MacDonald Canada, including interfacing with Infrastructure Design, Project and Systems Engineering teams together with budget development as necessary
• Apply lessons learned and advise on necessary corrective actions for ongoing projects
• Provide technical support to teams at all stages of the Project life cycle
• Develop and work with key delivery partners and service providers for projects
• Engage with end clients as and when necessary

Candidate Specifications:

• Bachelors Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering/Science (preferably Electrical/Mechanical/Systems Engineering)
• At least 7 years’ progressive experience in Signals design, specification, installation, or maintenance with significant experience in heavy rail or passenger rail and transit projects
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation from PEO, or eligible for license
• Demonstrable experience in one or more of the following, with awareness of the remainder:
• Conventional signalling systems
• Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC)
• Positive Train Control (PTC)
• European Train Control System (ETCS)
• Experience working on Canadian, American, UK, Australian, or other international railway systems
• Demonstrable strength in a minimum of one of the following, with awareness of the remainder:
• AREMA Standards
• IEC 15288: 2015
• Systems Integration and Interface Management
• IEEE 1474.1
• CENELEC - EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129
• Shows strong written and verbal communication skills and English fluency
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined team
• Able to hold competent technical discussions with Client representatives
• Able to interface with domain specialists, design managers and construction project managers, in a competent professional manner
• Broad experience of delivery within major infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of railway systems and / or operation within infrastructure projects / technology development and implementation projects
• Flexible to travel to client and vendor sites within the Greater Toronto Area on a regular basis as required by the project(s)
• Knowledge or experience with European Train Control Systems (ETCS) is desirable
• INCOSE ASEP or CSEP certification is desirable

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 $99k - $134k.

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.

The comprehensive benefits and rewards package is designed to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth. 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.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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.