Senior Consultant

Description

• Produce high‑quality analyses, assessments, reports, and designs for client projects while meeting timelines and budgets.
• Plan and execute project activities to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction.
• Provide technical expertise for business development and proposal preparation.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk assessments to ensure client safety.
• Represent the company in client meetings, workshops, and industry events.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to drive project success.
• Contribute to the growth of the North American business through client excellence.

Requirements

We are looking for professionals ready to take on dynamic challenges in the rail industry, joining our Rail Certification and Consulting team. The role leverages expertise in software and safety assurance and welcomes backgrounds in rolling stock, infrastructure, signalling, or operations & maintenance. Candidates who thrive in fast‑paced environments and can apply their skills across diverse rail domains are encouraged to apply.

• Hold a degree in computer science, electronic/electrical engineering or a related field.
• Possess extensive experience in the rail industry.
• Understand system safety for complex electronic rail systems.
• Familiar with CENELEC safety standards (EN50126, EN50128, EN50129).
• Knowledge of railway signalling systems such as CBTC, PTC, and ETCS.
• Experience with safety analysis techniques like fault tree analysis, FMEA, functional failure analysis, and hazard identification.
• Familiarity with safety‑critical software development and verification (coding standards, testing, static analysis).
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Exhibit strong organisational abilities, flexibility, and deadline orientation.
• Awareness of field testing methods including system integration, dynamic testing, and trial runs.
• In‑depth knowledge of CMREA/CSM/CENELEC standards.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Railway System (CMREA) is advantageous.

Benefits

The Senior Consultant Rail position is based in Toronto, Canada, offering a flexible hybrid working arrangement and a salary range of CAD $150,000‑$160,000 per year. This vacancy (Role ID 2026‑3234) is part of Ricardo’s Rail Team, dedicated to delivering rail certification and consulting services. Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world.

At Ricardo you will be warmly welcomed into an inclusive workplace where every voice matters. We support you in finding your place and encourage you to use your passion to deliver innovative solutions that benefit communities worldwide. Your knowledge and desire for change will be valuable in delivering safer, more sustainable outcomes.

We promote work‑life balance through flexible approaches, allowing you to work from home, the office, or a hybrid mix. Well‑being is central to our culture, enabling employees to flourish and reach their full potential.

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