Chief Engineer, Systems Commissioning

at  Toronto Transit Commission

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 9413
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Engineering (20000108) - LRT Systems Engineering (30000237)
Salary Information: $114,168.60 - $142,669.80
Pay Scale Group: 11SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Sat/Sun Shift: Day
Posted On: May 6, 2024
Last Day to Apply: May 10, 2024
Reports to: Director LRT Systems and Operations
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America’s third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC’s vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC’s recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing “a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy.”

WHAT SKILLS DO YOU BRING?

• Apply analytical skills
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Demonstrate appropriate and effective interpersonal communications through various media
• Demonstrate knowledge of the industry and / or sector
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Train and instruct individuals and / or groups
• Use office technology, software and applications
• Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
• Manage conflict

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO YOU BRING?

• A University Degree in Engineering along with related experience in the public transit sector managing and leading technical staff, or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) licensed in the Province of Ontario.
• Must have previous experience with commissioning and safety certification of systems on major infrastructure projects.
• Must have previous experience managing project risk registers, hazard logs, certification plans and certification reports.
• Must have experience in hazard analysis and RAM analysis.
• Comprehensive knowledge of business administration, fiscal concepts, human resources policies and legislation/regulations regarding safety, human rights, employment, etc.
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

Reporting to the Director - LRT Systems and Operations, the Chief Engineer - Systems provides engineering management from a systems and operating perspective, specializing in Commissioning, in support of the Metrolinx LRT and subway expansion projects. The Chief Engineer – Systems acts as a technical subject matter expert to ensure that TTC requirements are coordinated and met through all phases of the expansion projects, including planning, design, commissioning, operations and maintenance. This includes developing the TTC commissioning plan, reviewing commissioning related materials, and ensuring commissioning and safety certification of expansion projects are properly documented and adhere to TTC policies and standards. The incumbent interfaces with Metrolinx, Metrolinx contractors, and TTC internal workforce (i.e. other Engineering staff, Operations, Infrastructure and Engineering, IT, Investigative Services, Strategy and Customer Experience, and/or Safety and Environment) to coordinate through all phases of the project. The incumbent promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies. Lastly, the incumbent participates in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.