OCS Engineer - Rail and Transit

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Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Design and manage overhead catenary systems for rail transit projects.
1 months ago ago
C$106,000 - C$150,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Markham, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
ocs design
construction drawings
system engineering
interface management
procurement specs
client interaction
  • Interface with other technical disciplines such as Traction Power System, Comms Systems, S&TCS, Electrical, Mechanical, Structural, Architectural, Trackwork, and Civil; including coordination and design of interfaces, both physical and functional.
  • Produce Issued for Construction drawing and document packages.
  • Lead technical interactions with clients, operators, and other major stakeholders.
  • Generate design reports for all phases of system design.
  • Participate in project pursuit efforts.
  • Perform technical review of other team members’ designs.
  • Support cost estimates, project schedules and budget forecasts.
  • Develop detailed OCS designs for public transit rail projects.
  • Produce OCS design deliverables such as layout drawings, profiles, hanger tabulations, erection diagrams, sectioning diagrams, foundation drawings, grounding drawings, and others.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior personnel as part of team development.
  • Author procurement specifications, performing vendor bid evaluations and selection, and manage vendors until final delivery.
  • Support the authoring of project plan documents.
  • Support the management of System Interfaces and creation of Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
  • Support System Engineering and Assurance efforts such as Requirements Management, Verification & Validation, RAM, Safety Assurance, Quality Management, EMI/EMC, and others.
  • Perform condition assessments and feasibility studies for state-of-good-repair projects.
  • Participate in the implementation phase of projects, such as Installation, Testing & Commissioning, Cutover, Record Drawings and final reports.
What you bring
ocs design
professional engineer
bachelor
traction power
testing
8 years
  • Self-motivated and able to work with limited direct supervision.
  • Experience with OCS design in Maintenance and Storage Facilities preferred.
  • Accustomed to operating within a multi-disciplinary project structure with responsibility for OCS design.
  • Professional Engineer designation in Canada
  • 8 years or more of relevant experience.
  • Able to lead discussions with senior project staff, partners, clients and suppliers.
  • Bachelor Degree + 6 years of relevant experience in OCS design for public transit rail projects
  • Able to multitask due to concurrent projects.
  • Working knowledge of codes and standards applicable to rail projects.
  • Experience in Testing & Commissioning, Cutover, Interface Management and Operations & Maintenance.
  • Driver’s License
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to be client-facing representing the project team.
  • Experience with Traction Power System design preferred.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
  • Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
  • Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
  • Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
  • Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
  • Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
  • Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
  • Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
  • Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
  • Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
  • Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
  • Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
  • Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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