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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Lead · 15+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Apply by
- Sep 15, 2027
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Electrical Engineer will develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation procedures for passenger railcars and locomotives. They will also lead design teams, perform technical analysis, and monitor manufacturing and installation activities.
Job details
SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway. Context As part of the Rolling Stock Division, the Electrical Engineer will be involved in a variety of projects on passenger railcars and locomotives. He/she will work on the creation and presentation of electrical schematics. He or she will provide design instructions, wiring diagrams and equipment selection. It will also define installation and testing procedures. The position requires the development of electrical sub-assemblies such as distribution and control panels, transformers, etc. The electrical engineer will lead or work with the design team to generate conceptual studies and shop drawings. Missions/Main Duties Develop electrical schematics for rail vehicles; Provide design instructions for schematics, design, wire specification, routing and load table; Perform design analysis and calculations, and generate technical reports; Select hardware and other components; Develop installation and testing procedures; Occasionally follow up on site or in manufacturing and installation shops for electrical components and systems; Participate in the formal problem-solving process; Monitor the activities of designers, engineers and trainees, and report to the team and/or project manager. Profile/Skills Education: Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). Years of experience: A minimum of 15 years in a similar role. Technical competencies: Experience in the rail and transport sector is an asset; Good knowledge of electrical diagramming software: SEE Electrical, ePLAN; Good knowledge of electrical and transportation standards: CSA, IEEE, SAE, APTA, FMVSS and FRA; Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English* *Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, and communicating effectively in their preferred language. Personal & soft skills: Ability to work in and mobilize a team; Interest in acquiring and applying new knowledge. Other information: Possess a valid driver's license; Willingness to travel 15 to 25% of the time, mainly within Canada. SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel. Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
What you’ll do
The Electrical Engineer will develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation procedures for passenger railcars and locomotives. They will also lead design teams, perform technical analysis, and monitor manufacturing and installation activities.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and be a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). A minimum of 15 years of experience in a similar role is required, along with proficiency in electrical diagramming software and relevant transportation standards.
Listed skills
- Technical Reporting · Preferred
- Team Leadership · Preferred
- Project management · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Electrical Engineering
- Rail Vehicle Design
- Electrical Schematics
- Wiring Diagrams
- Equipment Selection
- SEE Electrical
- ePLAN
- CSA Standards
- IEEE Standards
- SAE Standards
- APTA Standards
- FMVSS Standards
- FRA Standards
- Technical Reporting
- Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Employment Equity
- Design Analysis
- Bilingual (French/English)
- Valid Driver's License
- Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
- Communication
- Consulting
- Control Panels
- Diagramming Software
- Electronic Components
- Feasibility Studies
- English Language
- French Language
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Transformers (Electrical)
- Shop Drawing
- Wiring Diagram
- Network Routing
Job areas
- Engineering
- Transportation
- Consulting
- Manufacturing
- Electrical Engineer
- Electrical Engineer (General)
- Electrical Engineers
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