Senior Signaling and ATC Engineer

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Senior Signaling and ATC Engineer role at Egis Group in Hamilton, full-time onsite, leads the design, integration and commissioning of CBTC and ATC for a major urban LRT project; requires 10+ years in rail signaling, P.Eng. in Ontario or eligibility, hands-on CBTC system experience (Alstom Urbalis, Bombardier Cityflo, Thales SelTrac or equivalent), ATP, ATO, ATS subsystems and interlocking, plus EN 50126/50128/50129 and IEEE 1474/CENELEC standards; oversee FAT and SAT, coordinate with clients and contractors, and mentor junior engineers. To apply, highlight leadership, Canadian project experience, stakeholder management and a proven track record in urban rail signaling and commissioning; emphasize licensure status, safety case experience, and a concise portfolio of CBTC design and testing milestones. Egis promotes a responsible, people-first, creative culture, offers accommodations, a competitive salary and a referral bonus, and invites you to tailor your resume to reflect CBTC design, verification and yard operations expertise.

Company Description

Join Egis, where your ambition meets unparalleled growth opportunities. As we continue to expand within Canada, we're looking for talented professionals like you to be a part of our innovative team. Imagine working alongside over 1,000 top-tier engineers, architects, and planners, all dedicated to shaping the future of infrastructure and development. 

At Egis, your skills and aspirations will find the perfect environment to thrive. Elevate your career with us and be a driving force in our exciting journey. 

Our values showcase everything we believe in: 

A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.   

A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.  

A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.   

Job Description

Lead the design, integration, and commissioning of signaling and Automatic Train Control (ATC) systems for a major urban LRT project. This role requires deep expertise in Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC), Automatic Train Protection (ATP), and Automatic Train Operation (ATO) systems for light rail transit applications.

• Lead the design and engineering of CBTC/ATC signaling systems for the LRT alignment, including wayside and onboard subsystems.
• Oversee integration of signaling systems with other LRT subsystems including OCS, communications, SCADA, and vehicle systems.
• Develop and review signaling system specifications, interface control documents, and safety cases in accordance with EN 50126/50128/50129 and AREMA standards.
• Manage signaling system verification, validation, and commissioning activities including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Coordinate with the client, technical advisors, and systems contractors on signaling design reviews and approvals.
• Provide technical leadership for underpass and grade separation signaling designs interfacing with existing rail corridors.
• Mentor junior signaling engineers and review their technical deliverables.
• Support OMSF signaling and train control system design for vehicle movements and yard operations.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering license (P.Eng.) in Ontario or eligibility for licensure.
• Demonstrated experience delivering CBTC systems (Alstom Urbalis, Bombardier Cityflo, Thales SelTrac, or equivalent).
• Expert knowledge of ATP, ATO, ATS subsystems and interlocking design.
• Experience with IEEE 1474 CBTC standards and CENELEC railway safety standards (EN 50126/50128/50129).
• Proficiency in signaling simulation tools and system modeling.
• Track record of successful signaling commissioning on urban rail transit projects.
• Strong stakeholder management and technical communication skills.
• Experience with Canadian rail transit projects preferred.
• 10+ years professional expirience in rail signalling system design.

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.