OCS Engineering Lead

Arcadis

1d • $106,480 - $159,720 • Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is seeking a technically qualified OCS Engineering Lead to join our Rail & Transit business and work on delivering our existing and future portfolio of projects. This position can be based out of any of our Toronto offices, with flexibility to attend project or client sites as required by project need. The position is a senior-level opportunity to lead design development and technical assurance of large, complex railway projects and serve as a mentor to our broader engineering and design staff.
This role is suited to an experienced licensed Professional Engineer with deep expertise in railway OCS systems and a proven track record of sealing complex infrastructure designs.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering experience in design for major rail and transit projects, preferably within Canada.
• Strong understanding of OCS design is required. Preferably with experience in both Light and Heavy rail.
• Deep knowledge of 25kV AC, 1.5kV DC and 600V DC Traction power systems and their interface with OCS
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline; Master’s degree is an asset.
• P.Eng. license in Ontario is required.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian railway design standards and regulations, Transport Canada Railway Safety Act, CSA standards, AREMA and Metrolinx/GO Technical standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to alternate project delivery models including AFP. Design-Build-Finance, Alliance or P3 structures is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, assurance and integration of transit power systems, ensuring that all solutions are aligned with project goals and client requirements.
• Coordinate closely with civil, systems, and construction teams to ensure the seamless integration of OCS systems into the broader infrastructure.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations is a critical aspect of the role. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining quality and safety throughout the design and assurance process, meeting both industry and owner requirements.
• Uphold Arcadis Quality Management System and ensure deliverables are produced in accordance with project and applicable industry standards,
• Act as technical lead for OCS matters with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to facilitate approvals and resolve technical issues.
• Lead engineering design reviews, risk assessments, and quality assurance activities to maintain the integrity and reliability of the OCS infrastructure as well as resolving complex technical issues and provide guidance on engineering solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and contributing to technical leadership and innovation across the team.

Benefits

• We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
• You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

What This Job Offers

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