JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 13386
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Rail Cars And Shops - Subway Operations (20000405) - T1,Srt & Workcar Engineering (30000415)
Salary Information: $104,124.80 - $130,166.40
Pay Scale Group: 08SA (CAN/S/J/08SA)
Employment Type: Regular (On-site, Greenwood)
New or Existing Vacancy: Existing
Weekly Hours: 40 Off Days: Sunday/Saturday Shift: Day
Posted On: July 22, 2026
Last Day to Apply: August 5, 2026
Reports to: Senior Designer, Electro/Mechanical Design
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC’s legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC’s new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:
Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.
Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.
The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.
Reporting to the Senior Designer, Electro/Mechanical Design, this position is responsible for performing a variety of technical assignments within the Rail Cars & Shops Department.
- Perform a variety of technical assignments related to the design, maintenance, reliability, rehabilitation, and lifecycle support of TTC revenue rail vehicles, associated equipment, and vehicle subsystems.
- Investigate, diagnose and perform root cause analysis of complex failures involving electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems; develop corrective actions and monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
- Research, develop, evaluate and implement modifications, engineering improvements, repair methods and maintenance practices to enhance vehicle safety, reliability, maintainability and performance.
- Prepare and revise technical specifications, engineering drawings, design packages, standards, maintenance instructions, test procedures and other technical documentation related to rail vehicle systems and associated equipment.
- Plan, coordinate and conduct inspections, testing, commissioning and validation activities associated with fleet modifications, engineering projects, equipment upgrades and new technology implementations.
- Analyze maintenance, reliability, warranty and operational performance data to identify trends, support engineering investigations and develop recommendations for fleet improvements and lifecycle management strategies.
- Coordinate technical activities related to vehicle refurbishment, equipment replacement, reliability improvement initiatives and capital projects; monitor progress and provide recommendations to support departmental objectives.
- Provide technical support for procurement activities, including development of technical requirements, review of engineering submissions, evaluation of supplier proposals, and acceptance of equipment and services.
- Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance, operations, trades, engineering and project staff regarding vehicle systems, troubleshooting techniques, modifications, standards and best practices.
- Develop and deliver technical training programs, presentations and supporting documentation related to engineering changes, maintenance procedures, new technologies and departmental standards.
- Prepare technical reports, engineering assessments, failure analyses, cost evaluations, lifecycle studies and correspondence related to assigned projects and programs.
- Support the administration of design reviews, configuration control processes and engineering change management activities to ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Apply analytical skills
- Audit systems, processes, and products
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Gather information and conduct research
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronics or Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent.
- OACETT certification as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) and/or registration with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) would be considered an asset.
- Several years of directly related experience supporting the design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and improvement of complex electro-mechanical systems. Experience with rail vehicles, transit systems or heavy industrial equipment would be considered a strong asset.
- Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design principles, technical specifications, system integration, reliability engineering and lifecycle support methodologies.
- Thorough understanding of electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, with demonstrated ability to diagnose failures, develop corrective actions and implement technical solutions.
- Experience conducting technical investigations, root cause analyses, testing programs, validation activities and engineering assessments of complex equipment and systems.
- Experience supporting technical projects involving vehicle modifications, equipment upgrades, refurbishment programs, procurement activities and engineering change implementation.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare clear and effective engineering reports, technical specifications, maintenance instructions, procedures, training materials and technical correspondence.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise sound engineering judgement and make evidence-based recommendations.
- Effective interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with technical, supervisory, trades, operational and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and engineering software used for design development, technical drafting, data analysis, testing and documentation. Experience with DraftSight, SolidWorks, maintenance management systems, engineering databases, and data acquisition and diagnostic tools would be considered an asset.
- Experience providing technical guidance, mentoring and training to technical, trades and operational personnel.
- The successful candidate may be required to attend and successfully complete TTC in-house training programs related to the work.
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.
Commitment to EDI
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570 or
[email protected] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
General Prohibition in Hiring Process
The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
- The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
- All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
- During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
- You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.
Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.
Relatives of TTC Employees
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
