Engineer, Structural (11724)

Vision

Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission

To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

Are you a structural engineer with a passion for designing systems that move millions? Join the TTC as a Structural Engineer and help shape the future of one of North America’s largest transit networks.

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Senior Engineer, Structural Maintenance, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading structural design work and review designs from internal and external teams to ensure they meet TTC and industry standards for safety, maintainability, and cost-effectiveness. You will provide expert structural insight across a wide range of assets—from subway tunnels and surface bridges to stations and elevated track structures. You will also help support the maintenance and renewal of existing infrastructure, ensuring long‑term reliability and performance. The Engineer will also work collaboratively with our structural maintenance teams to integrate real‑world maintenance considerations into design solutions and contribute to technical reports, specifications, standards, and budgeting processes that guide decision‑making and project approvals. This is more than a design role—it’s a chance to influence the integrity and longevity of the TTC’s transit infrastructure. If you’re ready to bring your engineering expertise to a team that values precision, collaboration, and public impact, we want to hear from you.

As a TTC employee, you are responsible for treating passengers and/or employees with respect and dignity and ensuring the needs of passengers or employees with disabilities are accommodated and/or addressed (if applicable and within your area of responsibility) in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders so that they can fully benefit from the TTC as a service provider and an employer and you will also be participating in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Use office technology, software and applications
• Apply analytical skills
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Apply the principles and practices of quality assurance
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

You are registered as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario holding a university degree in civil or structural engineering, supported by extensive experience in structural design and maintenance. You will need to demonstrate deep knowledge of civil and structural engineering principles, methods, and best practices—especially in the design, maintenance, and rehabilitation of bridges, buildings, and underground structures; while being well‑versed in current design codes and regulatory frameworks, including Canadian Standards Association (CSA) guidelines and other relevant standards. Good knowledge of construction activities and field inspection. Extensive Experience in concrete and steel structure design. Expert in structural design software and applications.

You possess a valid non‑probationary driver’s license and are willing to travel to various project sites, using personal vehicle if necessary.

Do you also have sound judgment and advanced analytical thinking to tackle complex engineering challenges? Skilled in problem‑solving, technical report writing, and clear verbal communication across multidisciplinary teams.

You have proven ability to coordinate and inspire cross‑functional teams to achieve project goals efficiently and effectively. You demonstrated the capability of preparing detailed structural designs, specifications, and accurate cost estimates that align with project requirements and budget constraints. You display familiarity with budgeting procedures and financial planning practices relevant to engineering projects.

You are comfortable using modern engineering software and digital tools to enhance productivity and precision in design and analysis. You are skilled in guiding design teams and providing strategic direction to consultants and contractors involved in structural projects.

You will need to successfully complete required certifications, including Subway/SRT Rule certification, Surface Rule Book certification, and Confined Space Entry certification along with understanding and applying policies and procedures specific to the Commission and the Track & Structure Department, ensuring alignment with organizational standards. Committed to upholding the Ontario Human Rights Code and related accessibility standards for both passengers and employees, including disability accommodation.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose‑driven in‑person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full‑time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in‑person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well‑being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti‑racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier‑free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393‑4570 or Jobs@ttc.ca . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is designated as Specified Management under the TTC’s Fitness for Duty Policy. If you do not currently hold a designated position, you will be required to pass an alcohol and drug test as part of the certification process.

Please see TTC website for full posting.

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