Job Description Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Capital Projects Group workforce is made up of driven and dedicated professionals who care deeply about working together to deliver infrastructure and make a positive impact in our communities. Join us as we build a knowledgeable and collaborative team that courageously changes how transit projects will be delivered.

Our corridor-specific teams are seeking a dynamic Director of Engineering to lead and drive engineering processes for our Capital Projects Group (CPG). This role is critical in providing strategic oversight and operational guidance across multidisciplinary projects to support Metrolinx’s objectives and deliver value to our clients.

As the Director of Engineering, you’ll oversee the engineering and assurance processes for designated CPG projects, managing all phases of the engineering lifecycle—from planning and design through to execution and maintenance. Your leadership will be essential in ensuring successful project outcomes and maintaining high standards of operational excellence.

We’re looking for an experienced leader with a strong engineering background, a proven ability to manage complex infrastructure projects, and a talent for collaborating with diverse stakeholders across functions.

What will I be doing?

• Build and lead teams to deliver complex engineering projects, overseeing contract management and the work of external contractors.
• Provide direction and expertise to ensure CPG projects are prioritized and aligned with key milestones, organizational goals, and program objectives.
• Leverage industry-leading processes and technology to establish a high-performing delivery organization that supports critical infrastructure initiatives.
• Offer technical guidance to inspire project teams and contractors to meet performance targets.
• Work closely with project management, commercial, and planning teams to oversee engineering deliverables, controlling costs, schedules, quality, and productivity for various contract types.
• Lead in defining and controlling technical and functional interfaces between systems (e.g., track, signaling, traction power, and vehicles).
• Support other business units to resolve technical challenges as they arise.
• Provide strategic advice on project development and delivery, including approval of business cases.
• Ensure timelines, quality standards, and budget objectives are achieved or exceeded for both project and operational milestones.
• Cultivate relationships with Metrolinx teams, technical partners, and customers to align with corporate goals and safety targets.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Asset Management, planning teams, and contractors to establish comprehensive project management plans and address program design or implementation challenges.
• Define benchmarks, KPIs, monitoring systems, and reporting mechanisms to ensure projects meet corporate strategies and engineering standards.
• Oversee compliance with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements for rail, transit, and transportation projects, contributing to audits and managing risk through regular reviews and contingency planning.
• Provide oversight to staff and project teams, define roles, manage performance, monitor progress on assignments, and implement action plans to address any performance gaps.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

• Proven experience in senior engineering leadership, successfully leading large and complex construction projects from inception to completion. Experience in the transportation industry and public sector in Canada is a strong asset.
• A degree in Engineering from an accredited university or a combination of education, training and experience deemed equivalent. Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation, MBA, or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is considered assets.
• Strong understanding of the organization's vision to ensure Capital Projects Group initiatives align with and support broader business objectives.
• Knowledge of ETCS, electrification systems, safety protocols, and system assurance practices.
• Knowledge of railway legislation (e.g., Railway Safety Act) and Transport Canada regulations and ability to provide direction and leadership for the integration, delivery, and support of GO Expansion projects. Experience with applying these regulations to railway operations is essential.
• Cross-functional leadership experience to drive integration and deployment of engineering projects and assets.
• Senior management experience providing technical and administrative leadership to multiple teams within an operational or functional unit.
• Strong project management skills, including budget and schedule oversight, to lead and guide cross-functional teams and consultants. Experience managing projects in sensitive, high-visibility environments, requiring adaptability, flexibility, and decisive leadership.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement? If you’re excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesn’t quite align with every qualification of this posting, we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities, including those who identify as Indigenous, Black, racialized, women, people with disabilities, and people with diverse gender identities, expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: 416-202-5601 or email hr.recruitment@metrolinx.com .

Application Process All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence, we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants, with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy, the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policy before submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.