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Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Montréal, QC
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 18, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education
Bachelor’s degree
Apply by
Oct 16, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level

Job summary

The Electrical Engineer develops electrical schematics, design instructions, and wiring diagrams for passenger railcars and locomotives. They are responsible for hardware selection, creating installation and testing procedures, and leading design teams through conceptual studies and shop drawings.

Job details

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. Context As part of the Rolling Stock Division, the Electrical Engineer will be involved in a variety of projects on passenger railcars and locomotives. He/she will work on the creation and presentation of electrical schematics. He or she will provide design instructions, wiring diagrams and equipment selection. It will also define installation and testing procedures. The position requires the development of electrical sub-assemblies such as distribution and control panels, transformers, etc. The electrical engineer will lead or work with the design team to generate conceptual studies and shop drawings. Missions/Main Duties Develop electrical schematics for rail vehicles; Provide design instructions for schematics, design, wire specification, routing and load table; Perform design analysis and calculations, and generate technical reports; Select hardware and other components; Develop installation and testing procedures; Occasionally follow up on site or in manufacturing and installation shops for electrical components and systems; Participate in the formal problem-solving process; Monitor the activities of designers, engineers and trainees, and report to the team and/or project manager. Profile/Skills Education: Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). Years of experience: A minimum of 15 years in a similar role. Technical Competencies Experience in the rail and transport sector is an asset; Good knowledge of electrical diagramming software: SEE Electrical, ePLAN; Good knowledge of electrical and transportation standards: CSA, IEEE, SAE, APTA, FMVSS and FRA; Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English* Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, and communicating effectively in their preferred language. Personal & Soft Skills Ability to work in and mobilize a team; Interest in acquiring and applying new knowledge. Other Information Possess a valid driver's license; Willingness to travel 15 to 25% of the time, mainly within Canada. 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. Workplace Type

What you’ll do

The Electrical Engineer develops electrical schematics, design instructions, and wiring diagrams for passenger railcars and locomotives. They are responsible for hardware selection, creating installation and testing procedures, and leading design teams through conceptual studies and shop drawings.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, OIQ membership, and at least 15 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in electrical diagramming software and knowledge of transportation standards (CSA, IEEE, FRA) are required, along with bilingualism in English and French.

Listed skills

  • Technical Reporting · Preferred
  • Team Leadership · Preferred
  • Bilingual communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Electrical Schematics
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Equipment Selection
  • Design Analysis
  • Technical Reporting
  • SEE Electrical
  • ePLAN
  • CSA Standards
  • IEEE Standards
  • SAE Standards
  • APTA Standards
  • FMVSS Standards
  • FRA Standards
  • Bilingual Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Monitoring

Job areas

  • Engineering
  • Transportation
  • Consulting
  • Manufacturing

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