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Signaling Engineer, Rail and TransitWSP Canada • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Signaling Engineer, Rail and Transit

Signaling Engineer, Rail and Transit

WSP Canada • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

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 - Build the Future with Us

As an Intermediate Signaling Engineer, you will play a key technical role within WSP's Rail & Transit team, helping shape safe, reliable, and innovative rail systems across Canada. Reporting to the Manager, Rail Systems Engineering, you will collaborate with Chief Engineers, technical specialists, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex signaling solutions for commuter rail, subway, light rail, and heavy rail projects.

In this role, you will apply your transferable skills to define engineering processes, develop execution plans, mentor junior team members, and play a part in delivering multiple projects. You will be supported by leadership to grow your professional capabilities and strengthen your impact as a leader in a consulting environment.

Your Impact
  • Contribute to the development and analysis of rail signaling systems.
  • Perform signaling calculations, drawings, specifications, procurement documents, and design packages for construction and implementation.
  • Provide detailed technical checks of signaling and circuit designs produced by internal teams and third-party consultants.
  • Develop compliant signaling schemes aligned with industry standards, codes, client specifications, and rail operating rules.
  • Serve as a technical resource across projects, ensuring quality, safety, and consistency of signaling designs.
  • Engage with clients to communicate technical concepts clearly and resolve complex engineering challenges.
  • Plan and execute project work while balancing scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.

The Skills That Set You Apart
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) licensed in Ontario or eligible for registration or Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in Rail Systems Engineering or equivalent signaling disciplines.
  • Demonstrated expertise in conventional signaling systems, including braking calculations, control tables, schematics, and phasing plans.
  • A knowledge of Computer Based Train Control would be an asset
  • Strong working knowledge of applicable rail industry codes, standards, and operating rules.
  • Proven ability to collaborate in technical teams in a consulting environment.
  • PMP certification considered an asset.

Why Choose WSP?

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 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.

#WeAreWSP #2026rail

Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $98,800 - $130,800
MB & ON: $90,100 - $124,100
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $89,200 - $118,500

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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join WSP and help deliver rail and transit systems that move communities forward. Apply today and be part of something bigger.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

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. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include 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. Full details here .
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