Civil Engineering - Engineering Development Program – New Grad

Salary Range : $60,000.00- $66,000.00

Recognized asone of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2025, Metrolinx has welcomed 170 students and recent graduates into our early talent programs, helping our young people build their professional network and develop their critical skills. Our early talent programs provide youth with opportunities to make a big impact and play a role in building a sustainable, safe, and integrated transit network.

Being a part of a once-in-a-generation transit expansion means being part of something bigger than ourselves, and it’s our people who are making it happen. Join us as we continue to create, build and impact our communities that will serve not only our generation, but generations to come.

What is Metrolinx’s Early Career Development Program?

As of 2023, ESD (Engineering and Safety Division) Metrolinx launched an Engineering Development Program that will consist of a cohort of recent graduates who have completed their post‑secondary engineering studies within the past two years.

Commencing in June 2026, program participants will complete (Six) 6‑month rotations over the 3‑year program within our Rapid Transit division, which will include opportunities for structured professional development, mentorship and networking. These rotations will enable program participants to benefit from experience in various teams, working on a variety of projects, pulling on their strengths and allowing for development in other areas.

Program participants will have the opportunity to gain experience in various departments within our ESD (Engineering and Safety Division) including its different areas (Civil Infrastructure, Train Control, Track, Rail Fleet, Bus Fleet, Signalling and Electrification); providing a wholesome understanding of the complexity of transit systems. Over the 3‑year program, participants interested in pursuing their P.Eng will also have the opportunity to gain professional experience for licensing.

Why Metrolinx?

Competitive compensation.

Competitive benefits plan.

Robust onboarding program.

A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Accelerated development through on‑job training, MX University, LinkedIn Learning, CPG learning, and mentorship programs.

Support for obtaining professional designations.

Learning and development reimbursement for external training / professional designations.

What will I be doing?

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of engineers and professionals on system integration, operational readiness, asset maintenance, and engineering assurance activities

Work with applicable codes and standards including AREMA, CN, NFPA, OBC, CSA, OESC, IEEE, EN and CENELEC

Contribute to the development of mathematical models and calculations for Electrical, Mechanical and Civil Engineering analysis

Participate in work and construction site visits for routine inspections, documentation, as well and monitor and track safety KPIs

Review of work plans, SOPs and JHAs to identify safety infractions and compliance to OHSA

Synthesize information to analyze issues relevant to the development and implementation of new projects

Monitor legislation relevant to Metrolinx’s activities being considered and passed at all levels of government, and compile information on a weekly basis for senior staff

Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to collect and document information relating to ongoing projects and department incentives

Assist in the preparation of documentation such as engineering drawings, reports, and specifications

Attend training and development sessions to enhance your engineering knowledge and skills

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

Must have graduated from a post‑secondary in Civil Engineering within the last 2 years (no earlier than June 2024), or will be graduating as of June 2026.

Must be able to start full‑time employment as of June 1, 2026 and commit to the full program duration (4 years).

Interpersonal, and oral / written skills to communicate effectively with employees and stakeholders to develop and distribute correspondence

Organizational skills to work independently and prioritize daily requirements with limited supervision

Experience in research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Use of modelling tools, programming ability, database management and statistical analysis

Familiarity with the Railway Safety Act and CROR

Understanding of CMREA and RAMS Engineering

Must be able to pass a background check and maintain a valid G driver’s license to attend site visits

Nice to Have :

Familiarity with the Railway Safety Act and Canadian Railway Operating Rules.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity‑deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation :

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at : 416‑202‑5601 or emailhr.recruitment@metrolinx.com.

Application Process :

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time‑sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non‑union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policy before submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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