Senior Signalling Engineer, Rail & Transit

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.

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 a Senior Signalling 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, light rail, and heavy rail projects.

In this role, as a senior member of the Rail Systems Engineering team, you will be given opportunities to use your transferrable skills to define processes, create execution plans, mentor the junior team members, and be the technical lead for multiple projects. You will be supported by management to develop work plans and professional skills to become a strong leader in the consulting environment.

Your Impact

• Develop and analyze signal systems for transit and heavy rail in both Communications Based Train Control and traditional relay‑based systems. Analysis includes braking calculations, control tables, routes and aspects, schematics, and phasing plans.
• Preparation of detailed calculations, technical specifications, procurement documents, design and installation packages, proposal evaluations, technical reports, cost estimates, detailed analyses, design justifications, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes in rail signaling.
• Perform detailed checks of signals and circuit designs by other signaling engineers within the team, or from third‑party sources through clients in a consultancy environment.
• Create signaling schemes compliant with industry standards and codes using knowledge of signaling principles, circuits, and components.
• Ensure all signaling design elements conform to all applicable industry codes and standards and client specifications.
• Ensure all design elements are compliant with the relevant Rail Operation Rules.
• Interact with clients to discuss technical topics in a clear and professional manner. Facilitate resolution of customer expectations versus technical issues.
• Work with tight schedules, be flexible, control project budgets, and motivate junior staff.
• Plan and execute project work, based on an understanding of the project scope, schedule, and budget.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), or eligibility to apply.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Railway Signaling in both Communications Based Train Control and traditional relay‑based systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and / or equivalent CAD software.
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong working knowledge of: CROR (Canadian Rail Operating Rules), AREMA standards and Transport Canada GCR/GCS requirements.
• Experience in signaling design, circuit design, relay logic design, communications‑based signals design, and grade crossing warning systems design.
• Proven ability to work successfully in multi‑disciplinary teams and across different business units.
• Strong communication skills, presentation skills, and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of signaling principles, train control solutions including CBTC (moving block or fixed block) and PTC, and railway standards such as CENELEC and MIL‑STD.
• Skilled in developing, modifying, and validating vital logic and application data across multiple signaling platforms.
• Proven experience programming and configuring railway signaling systems such as: XP4, ElectroLogIXS and related industry‑standard signaling systems.
• Experience with simulation software such as SATS or Vital‑Sim.
• Experience supporting system testing, commissioning and troubleshooting of field issues.

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.

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Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $135,200 - $179,100
• MB & ON: $123,300 - $169,800
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $122,100 - $162,200

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.

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About Us

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.

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 .