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Sr. Tech Advisor,Rail Vehicles & Signals
City of Ottawa —Ottawa, ON
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- English
- Analysis skills
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Maintenance Program and Reliability Specialist
AIRPRO SAR SERVICES INC. —Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Communication skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Dental care
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Lead Technician, Architectural Design
Architecture49 —Ottawa, ON
- $85,500–$124,200 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Photonics Integration Technician
Q-Block Computing —Ottawa, ON
- $55,000–$75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Assembly
- In-person
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Mechanical Design Director, Buildings
Stantec —Ottawa, ON
- $128,300–$178,300 a year
- Temporary
- No travel
- Wellness program
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Morson Talent (Canada & USA) —Canada
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- Contract
- Hybrid work
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
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Sr. Tech Advisor,Rail Vehicles & Signals

City of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
9 hours ago

Skills

Engineering
English
Analysis skills
Project management
Presentation skills
Bachelor's
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

Requisition ID: 22820
Department: Transit Services Dept.
Service: Transit Engineering Services
Branch: Rail Systems Administration Branch
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Permanent
Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
Affiliation: MPE
Salary Information: $95,127.76 - $120,309.28 annually (2025 rates of pay)
Location: Transit Service, 1500 St.Laurent
City: Ottawa, ON
Job Category: Transit Services - OC Transpo
Application Close: 26/06/2026

JOB SUMMARY

You provide advice, recommendations, and subject matter expertise on a range of technical issues related to diesel and electric light rail vehicle fleets, non-revenue vehicles and various signaling and train control (S&TC) systems. You lead independent investigations and ensure technical compliance with the Project Agreement and applicable industry standards.

You serve as the primary technical authority for the integration and lifecycle performance of the City’s rail systems, specifically focusing on the interface between Rolling Stock (Vehicles) and Signaling & Train Control (S&TC). You ensure that all technical modifications, retrofits, and maintenance strategies comply with the Project Agreement, safety regulatory standards (Transport Canada/EN 50126), and operational reliability targets.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of a 4-year university degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or another related field.

Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in rail vehicle fleet engineering, maintenance, operations, testing and commissioning, overhaul planning, life cycle planning, and reliability improvement programs for new and existing fleets. Experience in transit railway systems and vehicles, including electric and diesel trains, and train control systems is required.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

The following certification(s) and/or license(s) is/are required:

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)

KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrated knowledge of legislative and regulatory frameworks governing rail systems in Canada
In-depth understanding of rail systems engineering, lifecycle management, and performance governance
Knowledge of applicable industry standards including AREMA, Transport Canada, APTA, and EN 50126
Knowledge of system safety principles, risk management frameworks, and HSE/HMRI standards

Familiarity with Rail Fleet Vehicles, Rail Signaling & Train Control Systems and maintenance operations
Principles of project management, including cost containment/control and reporting
Knowledge of light rail systems integration issues including integration between train control, traction power, tunnel ventilation, and rail communication systems
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and delegated authority in managing complex technical systems
Strong analytical and decision-making skills to provide guidance in a high-risk operational environment
Ability to manage competing priorities and align technical outcomes with organizational objectives
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong leadership skills, including taking ownership of tasks, managing priorities, and guiding technical direction when required
Proven capability to produce high-quality technical reports, professional assessments, and clear, actionable technical advice
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present complex technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong presentation skills, including preparing and delivering briefings, reports, and recommendations to partners, clients, and senior management
Ability to carry out inspections to resolve project on-site problems and accept/reject contractors’ work based on contact deliverables
Ability to foster trust and cooperation to coordinate activities between technical staff, consultants, contractors

Core Behaviours

Core behaviours define the City’s expectations of the behaviours employees should demonstrate in performing their work. They are reflective of the City’s culture and values and guide all our present and future activities. Every employee is encouraged to learn, embody and demonstrate these core behaviours.

Review the Core Behaviours.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions.
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at [email protected].

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