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Senior Rail Operations & Maintenance Engineer
Senior Rail Operations & Maintenance EngineerWSP Canada • Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Senior Rail Operations & Maintenance Engineer

Senior Rail Operations & Maintenance Engineer

WSP Canada • Calgary, Alberta, Canada
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions. We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers . We are WSP .

The Opportunity

Innovate and Lead - In this role, you'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of rail and transit systems. You'll apply your expertise in railway operations and maintenance (O&M) and systems engineering to deliver comprehensive, data-driven solutions that enhance mobility and sustainability across Canada. Proud to share that the WSP in Canada Rail & Transit team has achieved 1st place for \"Great Company to Work for in Canadian Rail\" at the Inaugural TRACCS Transit & Rail Association Awards.

Your Impact

  • Apply advanced knowledge of rail operations and maintenance planning across all stages of project maturity, from concept to steady-state operations.
  • Develop and review Operating Plans, Station Operating Procedures, and O&M documentation that set industry benchmarks.
  • Lead or support System Handover activities, including Testing & Commissioning, Trial Running, Operator Training, and transition to revenue service.
  • Prepare and evaluate Concept of Operations (ConOps), Maintenance Concepts, Operational Readiness plans, and O&M Manuals.
  • Drive system reliability and maintainability strategies using FRACAS / DRACAS processes and Life Cycle Costing.
  • Interpret outputs from rail operations simulation tools such as OpenTrack to optimise performance and safety.
  • Assess operational implications across integrated rail systems, including traction power, tunnel ventilation, pedestrian modelling, and traffic interfaces.

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • 15+ years of professional experience in rail operations, systems engineering, or maintenance environments.
  • Deep understanding of O&M Planning, Train Operations, and Station & Yard Operations.
  • Engineering or Planning degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration (asset).
  • Expertise in operational readiness, testing & commissioning, and system handover processes.
  • Familiarity with simulation tools such as OpenTrack and industry-standard modelling techniques.
  • Why Choose WSP?

    We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

  • 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'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition -because your growth drives ours .
  • Flexible work, real balance - we recognise the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritise the balance in yours.
  • #WeAreWSP

    Compensation :

  • BC, AB, SK, NWT & NU : $135,200 - $179,100
  • MB & ON : $123,300 - $169,800
  • Atlantic Provinces & QC : $122,100 - $162,200
  • Disclosure :

    The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

    Make Your Mark with WSP

    If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

    WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

    We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

    At WSP :

  • We value our people and our reputation
  • We are locally dedicated with international scale
  • We are future focused and challenge the status quo
  • We foster collaboration in everything we do
  • We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
  • Please Note :

    Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

    Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

    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.

    WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

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