Traction Power Supply Engineer

Description

The Traction Power Supply Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, engineering, and integration of traction power supply systems, including substations, power distribution, and related equipment, while contributing to Operations & Maintenance (O&M) readiness for these elements on the ECWE project. This role involves collaborating with the systems design production team to ensure technical requirements, performance specifications, and interface obligations are met within the overall wayside systems design. The position requires technical expertise in electrical engineering and experience working on multidisciplinary teams for rail or transit projects.

• Work within a multidisciplinary team of systems engineers, contributing to timely deliverables aligned with project milestones.
• Support the creation of operation and maintenance manuals, training programs, and handover documentation.
• Support system assurance activities, including RAMS, verification & validation, and safety certification for traction power.
• Track actions from design reviews, RFIs, and technical clarifications related to traction power.
• Support coordination with the System Integration and Interface team for interfaces between traction power systems, overhead catenary, rolling stock, and civil works.
• Collaborate with Metrolinx and O&M stakeholders to define maintenance philosophies, asset strategies, and spare parts planning for traction power systems.
• Provide updates on traction power design status, risks, and issues to the System Wayside and O&M Manager.
• Contribute to the engineering and design of traction power supply systems, including substations, rectifiers, feeders, and grounding systems.
• Assist in developing and implementing O&M readiness strategies for traction power assets, focusing on maintainability, accessibility, and lifecycle management.
• Incorporate systems requirements, TVRA recommendations, and operational considerations into traction power designs.
• Ensure all traction power designs meet Metrolinx and applicable International and Ontario standards.
• Maintain configuration control and requirements traceability for traction power throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with Integration and Testing & Commissioning teams for traction power handover and testing readiness.
• Attend internal and external meetings with Metrolinx, WSP, and stakeholders as needed for traction power discussions.
• Help define and validate interface requirements between traction power systems and other project elements.
• Review design documentation to embed operational maintainability and reliability in traction power decisions.
• Provide technical input and collaborate with design partners and subcontractors on traction power matters.
• Ensure traction power designs align with project standards, Metrolinx requirements, and applicable codes.
• Overview WSP Traction Power supply Design Team production, and participate in design progress reviews, risk assessments, and change management for traction power elements.
• Assist in producing and validating design deliverables, ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and safety requirements.

Requirements

O&M Readiness

Interface and Assurance

• Experience in Design-Build or P3 environments preferred (Contractor side).
• Knowledge of CENELEC / ISO / IEC standards (EN 50126/50128/50129, ISO/IEC 15288).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, Aconex).
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in traction power supply design, integration, and V&V for transit or rail projects.
• Ability to interpret operational requirements, technical documentation, and system interface information.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, operational efficiency, and high-quality delivery.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaborative skills.

Benefits

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance