Junior Operations & Modeling Rail Planner/Analyst

Description

• Apply technical knowledge to evaluate project designs and service plans across diverse rail modes.
• Produce clear, compelling deliverables including technical reports, memos, maps, diagrams, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Collect, process, and analyze rail infrastructure and operations data to support modeling efforts.
• Perform independent technical reviews and analyses to support capital projects, service planning, infrastructure development, and outage planning.
• Uphold WSP’s Code of Conduct, ensuring ethical decision‑making and compliance with safety and integrity standards.
• Conduct rail service planning and simulation modeling in collaboration with project teams.
• Stay current with industry practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies.
• Research operational performance of rail networks, vehicles, and train control systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, regulators, academics, and government representatives on federally, state, and locally funded projects.
• Present findings to clients and coordinate technical aspects with partners to ensure alignment with project scope.

Requirements

• Experience in data analytics and industry standard tools
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with rail operations, operating rules, and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering, Planning, Policy, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to varied audiences.
• Professional Credentials such as E.I.T / P.E (Professional Engineer), AICP (Certified Planner), or similar industry certification
• Proficiency in complementary tools such as GIS, CAD, R, Python, or Adobe Suite.
• Professional experience in rail operations, transit, or transportation consulting.
• Knowledge of rail systems, train control/signaling, vehicles, and operations.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.
• Graduate degree in Engineering, Planning, Policy, or related field
• Experience with—or ability to quickly learn—rail simulation and/or operations planning software.
• Hands‑on experience with rail simulation or operations planning software (e.g., Viriato, OpenTrack, RTC, Railsys).
• 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience

Benefits

• Flexibility to work schedules aligned with project needs, including occasional travel.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance