Electrical Engineer

VIA Rail Canada • Montreal, QC

27d • CA$86,366 - CA$106,687 • Onsite

About The Position

VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure, from its new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of its infrastructure. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to join its team as an electrical engineer, contributing to large-scale projects. The electrical engineer will be responsible for configuration changes to rolling stock and the refurbishment programs of electrical, electronic, and instrumentation & control systems. They will also serve as an intermediary between various stakeholders, such as workshop personnel, procurement, and operations, providing technical support. Join VIA Rail and be part of realizing its vision for the future of rail transport in Canada, making your mark in the history of transportation.

Requirements

• Holder of a university degree in electrical engineering;
• Registered member of the "Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec";
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as an electrical engineer;
• Experience in designing, analyzing, and modifying electrical circuits or systems, and preparing required documents for production (bill of materials, electrical diagrams, technical specifications, maintenance procedures);
• Experience in electrical (power) controls, electronic controls, and communication systems;
• Proficiency in AutoCAD computer-aided design software;
• Strong command of the Microsoft Office suite;
• Excellent ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing (English and French).

Responsibilities

• Design improvements to railway equipment (preliminary design, schedules, time and material estimates, engineering documentation, etc.);
• Enhance the efficiency and reliability of electrical and control systems, including diagnostics, troubleshooting, and programming;
• Oversee the deployment of solutions (coordination of activities, acceptance testing, liaison with contractors/suppliers and workshop personnel, etc.);
• Provide technical support to various departments (technical review of tenders, safety protocols for design, etc.);
• Develop and ensure compliance with maintenance and operating standards for electrical and electronic systems;
• Work on a variety of electrical systems on board train cars such as HVAC, doors, electrical power transmission, refrigeration systems, lighting, communication systems, monitoring, toilet systems, and circuit protection against freezing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior