OCS Design Lead

The OCS Leadis a mid-to-senior level engineering role responsible for leadingoverhead contact system (OCS)design and delivery for rail and transit infrastructure projects inGreater Toronto and Hamilton Area Canada. The position operates within multidisciplinary rail systems teams coordinating across civil structural electrical and systems engineering interfaces.

The role supports the design review and implementation of electrification systems across project phases including preliminary design detailed design construction support and commissioning. Responsibilities include regulatory compliance stakeholder coordination and integration with traction power and rail systems disciplines.

The ideal candidate brings a minimum of10 years of railway OCS design experience with demonstrated exposure to transit or urban rail projects. Experience leading technical teams managing project delivery and interfacing with contractors and regulatory authorities is required

• Oversee OCS design and delivery for rail/transit projects.
• Coordinate OCS interfaces with Traction Power Signaling Communications Civil/Structural Trackwork Stations/Architectural and Utilities ensuring physical and functional integration.
• Support the management of System Interfaces and creation of Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
• Review and approve OCS designs drawings and specifications.
• Sign off the project documents (reports drawings calculations etc.).
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards codes and client requirements (CSA AREMA EN IEC etc.).
• Liaise with clients contractors and regulatory agencies.
• Review contractor submissions including shop drawings material approvals method statements and RFIs providing timely technical responses and design clarifications.
• Generating design reports for all phases of design.
• Participating in the implementation phase of the project such as installation testing and commissioning cutover record drawing and final reports.
• Supporting management of System interfaces and creating Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Supporting cost estimates project schedules and budget forecasts.
• Attend project meetings and provide technical expertise.
• Leading technical interactions with Client operators and major stakeholders.
• Participate in design reviews and hazard/interface workshops providing OCS input to support safe buildable and maintainable solutions.
• Allocate tasks and manage team resources for OCS-related work.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.
• Implement QA/QC processes for OCS deliverables.
• Conduct design reviews and audits.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare technical reports design documentation and progress updates.
• Maintain project records and ensure proper documentation.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
• Resolve site issues related to OCS installation and integration.
• Stay updated with latest OCS technologies and best practices.
• Promote process improvements and innovation within the team.
• Participating in project pursuits effort.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members as part of team development.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering.
• . designation in Canada (or eligibility to obtain).
• At least 10 years of railway experiencein OCS design and implementation.
• Experience as an OCS Engineer in the design phase with the ability to analyze and comment on designs providing expert consultancy during feasibility preliminary detailed design and assessment of constructability.
• Experience with OCS structural calculations in Canadian Context.
• Excellent leadership coordination and communication skills with a proven ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and drive digital innovation.
• Proficiency in software used for OCS design such as MicroStation and AutoCAD.
• Commissioning supervision experience is advantageous.
• Preference for Light Rail Transit (LRT) experience. Heavy rail and High-Speed rail experience is advantageous.
• Fluency in English and excellent communication skills. French is advantageous.

Additional Information :

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity growth and collaboration we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors including relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location performance and business or organizational needs.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1