Rolling Stock – Test and Commissioning Engineer
About the role
SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.
Understand better who we are by visiting www.systracanada.com.
Context
In this role, you will oversee the testing and commissioning of the vehicle systems on railway rolling stock (coaches, cab cars, locomotives, gensets, EMUs, DMUs, etc.), ensuring they meet operational and safety standards. This role requires a deep understanding of vehicle systems, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage testing and commissioning processes to ensure the successful handover of fully operational vehicle systems to the client.
Missions/Main Duties
- Manage the testing and commissioning of railway vehicles and systems to ensure full functionality, integration, and compliance with project standards;
- Develop and implement testing and commissioning plans, while managing resources and coordinating with teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely delivery;
- Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently, minimizing project delays;
- Ensure accurate documentation of all testing and commissioning activities;
- Serve as the main point of contact for vehicle testing and commissioning, providing regular updates and technical support to stakeholders.
Profile/Skills
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or certifications in project management, electrical systems, HVAC, or plumbing are a plus.
Years of experience: Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the testing and commissioning of vehicles or systems, with at least 3 years in transportation or large-scale infrastructure projects. At least 3 years of workshop experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
Technical Skills
- Proven experience managing the commissioning of systems such as power distribution, backup power, lighting, controls, brakes, compressors, HVAC, ventilation, toilets, and related components.
- Good knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, familiarity with design and installation, and in-depth knowledhe of testing, and commissioning requirements.
- Proficient in using electrical and mechanical testing equipment, such as insulation testers, relay test sets, circuit analyzers, and pressure/flow meters.
Personal And Soft Skills
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with strong technical support skills.
SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.
Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
About SYSTRA Canada
SYSTRA Canada, membre du groupe SYSTRA, est une firme d’ingénierie et de consultation, principalement dédiée au transport des personnes et des marchandises.
Notre offre de services est groupée en trois marchés.
- Transport : dédié principalement au marché canadien du transport de passagers.
- Matériel roulant : offre des solutions clé en main pour les voitures de passagers, les wagons et les locomotives.
- Intercités et ferroviaire lourd : fournit des solutions spécifiquement adaptées au rail classique, à la fois pour le transport de passagers et des ressources minières et de marchandises.
SYSTRA Canada est une firme innovante qui fournit des services de consultation, d’ingénierie et de gestion de projets dans tous les secteurs du transport, dont la voie et l’infrastructure, le matériel roulant, l’exploitation ferroviaire, la signalisation et les télécommunications, les études économiques et financières, la commercialisation, le domaine institutionnel et les services d’appoint.
SYSTRA Canada, part of the SYSTRA group, is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions for passengers or goods.
Our service offer is grouped into three markets.
- Transit: focusing on the Canadian passenger mobility market.
- Rolling Stock: offering turnkey solutions for passenger cars, wagons and locomotives.
- Intercity & Heavy Rail: providing our clients with specific conventional rail solutions for transportation of both passengers and freight/mining resources.
We deliver innovative consulting, engineering and project management services in all fields of transportation, including track and infrastructure, rolling stock, railway operations, signalling and telecommunications, economic and financial studies, marketing, institutional and management consulting, as well as support services.
Rolling Stock – Test and Commissioning Engineer
About the role
SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.
Understand better who we are by visiting www.systracanada.com.
Context
In this role, you will oversee the testing and commissioning of the vehicle systems on railway rolling stock (coaches, cab cars, locomotives, gensets, EMUs, DMUs, etc.), ensuring they meet operational and safety standards. This role requires a deep understanding of vehicle systems, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage testing and commissioning processes to ensure the successful handover of fully operational vehicle systems to the client.
Missions/Main Duties
- Manage the testing and commissioning of railway vehicles and systems to ensure full functionality, integration, and compliance with project standards;
- Develop and implement testing and commissioning plans, while managing resources and coordinating with teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely delivery;
- Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently, minimizing project delays;
- Ensure accurate documentation of all testing and commissioning activities;
- Serve as the main point of contact for vehicle testing and commissioning, providing regular updates and technical support to stakeholders.
Profile/Skills
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or certifications in project management, electrical systems, HVAC, or plumbing are a plus.
Years of experience: Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the testing and commissioning of vehicles or systems, with at least 3 years in transportation or large-scale infrastructure projects. At least 3 years of workshop experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
Technical Skills
- Proven experience managing the commissioning of systems such as power distribution, backup power, lighting, controls, brakes, compressors, HVAC, ventilation, toilets, and related components.
- Good knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems, familiarity with design and installation, and in-depth knowledhe of testing, and commissioning requirements.
- Proficient in using electrical and mechanical testing equipment, such as insulation testers, relay test sets, circuit analyzers, and pressure/flow meters.
Personal And Soft Skills
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities, with strong technical support skills.
SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.
Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.
About SYSTRA Canada
SYSTRA Canada, membre du groupe SYSTRA, est une firme d’ingénierie et de consultation, principalement dédiée au transport des personnes et des marchandises.
Notre offre de services est groupée en trois marchés.
- Transport : dédié principalement au marché canadien du transport de passagers.
- Matériel roulant : offre des solutions clé en main pour les voitures de passagers, les wagons et les locomotives.
- Intercités et ferroviaire lourd : fournit des solutions spécifiquement adaptées au rail classique, à la fois pour le transport de passagers et des ressources minières et de marchandises.
SYSTRA Canada est une firme innovante qui fournit des services de consultation, d’ingénierie et de gestion de projets dans tous les secteurs du transport, dont la voie et l’infrastructure, le matériel roulant, l’exploitation ferroviaire, la signalisation et les télécommunications, les études économiques et financières, la commercialisation, le domaine institutionnel et les services d’appoint.
SYSTRA Canada, part of the SYSTRA group, is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions for passengers or goods.
Our service offer is grouped into three markets.
- Transit: focusing on the Canadian passenger mobility market.
- Rolling Stock: offering turnkey solutions for passenger cars, wagons and locomotives.
- Intercity & Heavy Rail: providing our clients with specific conventional rail solutions for transportation of both passengers and freight/mining resources.
We deliver innovative consulting, engineering and project management services in all fields of transportation, including track and infrastructure, rolling stock, railway operations, signalling and telecommunications, economic and financial studies, marketing, institutional and management consulting, as well as support services.