Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Senior Rail Modelling and Simulation Specialist
Leads rail modelling and simulation projects, guiding teams and optimizing transit networks.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The senior position offers the chance to lead modelling, simulation, and rail systems work that shapes complex transit networks. You will enhance operational performance, inform large‑scale infrastructure design, and collaborate with specialists across Canada and beyond to deliver data‑driven solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently. In this role you will manage end‑to‑end modelling assignments covering rail operations, traction power, tunnel ventilation, pedestrian movement and traffic scenarios, while applying advanced methods to evaluate performance and optimise service planning. You will also develop feasible rail network concepts, mentor junior modellers, improve processes through automation and visualisation, support proposals and multi‑project delivery, and build strong client relationships to reinforce WSP’s leadership. • Lead end‑to‑end rail modelling and simulation projects. • Apply advanced methods to assess network performance and optimise service planning. • Develop feasible rail network and alignment concepts. • Mentor junior modellers to raise team capability. • Design process improvements, automation tools, and visualisation methods. • Support proposals and multi‑project delivery while ensuring technical quality. • Build strong client relationships to reinforce WSP’s leadership in modelling.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸rail modelling
- ▸simulation
- ▸performance analysis
- ▸service planning
- ▸automation
- ▸visualization
What You Bring
The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree (highly preferred) and brings more than ten years of experience in rail modelling, operational analysis and systems engineering. Deep hands‑on expertise with platforms such as OpenTrack, RailSys, RTC and OpenPowerNet, strong knowledge of rail operations and signalling, and advanced data‑handling skills using Python or VBA are essential. Experience across LRT, metro, commuter rail, tram and mixed‑traffic environments, as well as familiarity with ETCS, CBTC and macroscopic tools, further distinguishes the profile. • 10+ years of rail modelling, operational analysis, and systems engineering experience. • Proficiency with OpenTrack, RailSys, RTC, OpenPowerNet (or equivalent) simulation platforms. • Strong knowledge of rail operations, signalling, block design, and track layout. • Advanced data‑handling skills; proficient in Python or VBA for workflow automation. • Experience with timetable planning, service modelling, rolling stock and crew diagramming. • Exposure to LRT, metro, commuter rail, tram and mixed‑traffic environments. • Familiarity with ETCS, CBTC and macroscopic tools such as Viriato, RailPlan, Attune; MATLAB/Simulink a plus. • Engineering degree preferred.
Requirements
- ▸10+ years
- ▸opentrack
- ▸railsys
- ▸python
- ▸engineering degree
- ▸etcs
Benefits
WSP exists to shape communities and advance humanity. As a Top 100 Canadian employer for 2026, we offer a global community of brilliant minds, limitless growth opportunities, and flexible work that respects personal balance. Your role can be tailored to match your ambition, because your growth drives ours. Compensation varies by region, with salary ranges from $103,500 to $151,800, adjusted for education, experience, location and other factors. The final award may differ from the posted range based on business needs and individual qualifications. • Flexible work arrangements promoting work‑life balance. • Opportunities for mentorship, growth, and tailoring your role to your ambitions. • Competitive salary range adjusted for location, experience and qualifications.
Work Environment
Hybrid