S&TCS Work Package Manager

Trillium Rail Partners•Mississauga, ON

About The Position

The S&TC Work Package Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of signaling and train control systems within railway or LRT projects. This includes managing all phases from design and procurement through installation, testing & commissioning, and final system acceptance. The role ensures safe, reliable, and compliant signaling system integration within the overall railway infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field (Master’s is an asset).
7–10 years of experience in railway electrification systems (OCS and TPSS).
Proven experience in railway, metro, or LRT infrastructure projects.
Minimum 3–5 years in a project management or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS) design and installation.
Strong knowledge of Traction Power Systems (TPSS), including substations, transformers, rectifiers, switchgear.
Familiarity with Power supply and distribution systems.
Familiarity with SCADA integration.
Familiarity with Earthing and bonding systems.
Familiarity with EMC/EMI considerations.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Excellent coordination and interface management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.

Nice To Haves

PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation (or eligibility)
Health & Safety certifications relevant to rail or construction

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Signaling & Train Control Systems (S&TC) work package throughout the full project lifecycle: System design, Procurement and manufacturing, Installation and integration, Testing & commissioning (T&C), Trial running and service demonstration.
Ensure delivery meets schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
Supervise and coordinate signaling design teams and system engineers.
Ensure compliance with Railway signaling standards (e.g., EN, AREMA, IEEE) and Functional safety requirements (e.g., SIL levels, CENELEC standards EN 50126/8/9).
Review and validate technical documentation, system architecture, and design solutions.
Manage signaling system suppliers and subcontractors.
Monitor supplier performance, deliverables, and contractual compliance.
Review and approve design submissions, test procedures, and system documentation.
Coordinate interfaces with Civil and track systems, Rolling stock, Communications systems (COMMS), Power systems (OCS/TPSS).
Ensure seamless integration of signaling systems within the overall railway system.
Oversee signaling installation activities including Trackside equipment (signals, balises, axle counters, interlockings) and Control centers and wayside equipment.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and installation standards.
Supervise and participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), Integration testing and system validation.
Ensure compliance with safety certification and operational requirements.
Support trial running, dynamic testing, and system commissioning.
Ensure adherence to railway safety and signaling certification requirements.
Support preparation and submission of safety cases and approvals.
Work with independent safety assessors (ISA) and regulatory bodies.
Act as the main interface with Client representatives (e.g., transit authorities), Consultants and engineering partners, Regulatory and safety bodies.
Provide clear communication on progress, risks, and technical matters.
Prepare and maintain Project schedules and progress updates, Monthly reports, Risk and issue logs, Certification and handover documentation.
Manage configuration control and documentation throughout the lifecycle.