Design Engineer, Electrical and Traction Power

at  Toronto Transit Commission

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 9486
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Streetcar Infrastructure (20000709) - Streetcar Overhead Engineering (30000115)
Salary Information: $88,306.40 - $110,401.20
Pay Scale Group: 9SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35, Off Days: Sat/Sun Shift: Day
Posted On: May 14, 2024
Last Day to Apply: May 28, 2024
Reports to: Senior Design Engineer, Electrical & Signals
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 the principles and practices of quality assurance
• Apply analytical skills
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Communicate in a variety of mediums
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Use office technology, software and applications

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO YOU BRING?

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO);
• A university degree in a related discipline (i.e. Electrical Engineering), or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent;
• Demonstrated experience leading projects, applying electrical engineering principles, methods and practices, and demonstrated knowledge of applicable codes and standards;
• Proven experience in the design of related electrical and/or traction power systems and associated equipment;
• Previous field experience, dealing with multiple internal and external stakeholders; Experience working within a unionized environment is an asset;
• Good working knowledge of electronic testing equipment, transformers, switch gear, emergency power supplies, lighting, power distribution/generation systems and other associated systems/equipment maintained and rehabilitated by the Overhead Engineering section;
• Sound judgement, supported by well developed analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong communication and technical report writing skills, and a proven ability to coordinate and direct the efforts of others (i.e. consultants, contractors, etc.) in order to accomplish objectives;
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computer applications and software related to the work, including strong knowledge of Microstation CADD systems and operations;

Reporting to the Senior Engineer, you will provide engineering design expertise to work associated with the TTC’s electrical and traction power systems. In addition to taking professional responsibility for engineering work as required by Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), you will play a crucial role in providing engineering support to our operational maintenance staff in the field, who keep the system running on a 24-hour basis.

Other responsibilities of your role will include:

• Planning, scheduling, and producing detailed designs, contract specifications and engineering drawings for electrical and traction power projects;
• Coordinating and guiding TTC staff and/or consultants, contractors, suppliers and manufacturers in related design work; checking and approving designs, resolving design issues and ensuring compliance with TTC standards and specifications;
• Preparing engineering calculations, designs and specifications for both planned and emergency work, and supporting testing and commissioning of new systems;
• Working closely with operational teams to investigate, evaluate, and test new, existing or proposed systems, components and/or construction methods; troubleshooting operational problems, malfunctions/faults; recommending alternate design, procedures, equipment, materials and related solutions;
• Participating in estimating, budgeting, and procurement processes as required;
• Performing feasibility studies, surveys and assessments of existing systems and equipment; conducting quality assurance and ensuring conformance to design; reporting safety, reliability, quality and other issues.

You will participate in the TTC’s Customer Service Ambassador Program. You promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You provide 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.