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Quality Specialist - Rail and Transit
Quality Specialist - Rail and TransitWSP Canada • Thornhill, Ontario, Canada
Quality Specialist - Rail and Transit

Quality Specialist - Rail and Transit

WSP Canada • Thornhill, Ontario, Canada
13 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

Ready to Make an Impact?

As a Senior Quality Specialist , you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of rail and transit systems across Canada. This is your chance to contribute to projects that enhance mobility, improve safety, and create sustainable communities.

Your Impact

  • Develop and implement a Transportation Systems Quality Management System aligned with ISO 9001 : 2015 standards
  • Lead the creation of Quality Management Plans and procedures for major projects, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements
  • Conduct project audits and analyze KPIs to drive continuous improvement and optimize performance
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to resolve technical issues and maintain quality standards
  • Train project teams on QMS requirements, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement techniques
  • Monitor nonconformance reports and ensure timely resolution to maintain project integrity

The Skills That Set You Apart

  • University degree in Engineering and recognized quality assurance / quality control designation
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in rail systems projects using CENELEC and / or AREMA standards
  • Internal and / or Lead Auditor certification; PMP and / or P.Eng designation is an asset
  • Proven experience in consulting engineering environments and managing complex quality processes
  • Strong knowledge of Rail Systems QA / QC principles and lifecycle phases (design, testing, integration)
  • Proficiency in tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio
  • 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 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 recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
  • 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.

    Compensation

  • Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, Yukon : $135,200 - $179,100
  • Manitoba & Ontario : $123,300 - $169,800
  • New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island & Quebec : $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.

    WSP est l'une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels à travers le monde. Notre mission est d'assurer la pérennité de nos villes et nos environnements.

    Notre équipe compte plus de 65 000 membres dans le monde. Au Canada uniquement, nous sommes plus de 12 000 personnes impliquées dans tous les domaines; de l'assainissement de l'environnement à la planification urbaine, de l'ingénierie de bâtiments emblématiques à la réalisation de réseaux de transport durables. Nous trouvons de nouvelles façons d'extraire des ressources essentielles et développons des sources d'énergie renouvelables pour l'avenir.

    Chez WSP :

  • Nous accordons une grande valeur à nos employés et à notre réputation.
  • Nous œuvrons localement, mais avec une envergure internationale.
  • Nous sommes axés sur l'avenir et remettons en question le statu quo.
  • Nous favorisons la collaboration dans tout ce que nous faisons.
  • Nous soutenons une culture d'autonomie et de responsabilisation.
  • Veuillez noter :

    La santé et la sécurité sont des valeurs absolument essentielles pour WSP. Étant donné l'importance de se garder en sécurité, vous devez vous conformer à notre politique de santé, sécurité et environnement (SSE) en tout temps, ainsi qu'aux politiques SSE du client lorsque cela s'applique.

    Les offres d'emploi pour des postes impliquant des travaux sur le terrain et assujettis en matière de sécurité sont conditionnelles à ce que les candidats soient en mesure d'effectuer des tâches physiques clés du travail tel que décrit dans l'offre d'emploi et lors de l'entrevue. Cela peut inclure la capacité de travailler dans une variété de conditions environnementales, telles que les régions éloignées ou isolées, travailler seul, et dans des cas de mauvais temps (dans des limites sûres et raisonnables).

    L'usage du genre masculin inclut le féminin et n'a été utilisé que pour alléger le texte

    WSP accueille et encourage les personnes à mobilité réduite. Les accommodements sont disponibles sur demande pour les candidats qui participent à tous les aspects du processus de sélection.

    WSP souscrit au principe de l'équité en matière d'emploi. Seules les candidatures retenues seront contactées.

    WSP n'accepte pas les cv spontanés transmis par des agences. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, veuillez lire VEUILLEZ LIRE L'INTÉGRALITÉ DE LA POLITIQUE

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