Electrical Engineer - Traffic Signal

SYSTRA

$95K — $125K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in good standing with a Canadian engineering regulator.
  • 5-10+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering roles.
  • Minimum 3 years of direct experience in traffic signal design.
  • Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and applicable transportation standards (OTM BOOK 12, OPSD, OPSS).
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D software for infrastructure projects.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement electrical systems specifically for traffic signal design.
  • Develop and maintain design documentation, specifications, and reports to industry standards.
  • Collaborate with architects and civil engineers for seamless integration of electrical systems.
  • Provide technical expertise and mentorship to junior engineers and design teams.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and local codes.
  • Participate in client meetings to offer insights and feedback on projects.
  • Contribute to the development of departmental standards and templates.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and mentorship.
  • Collaborative work environment within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Engagement in sustainability initiatives and energy-efficient design practices.
Full Job Description
Context

TheElectrical Engineer 6 Traffic Signal Design is a technical role within multidisciplinary infrastructure project teams. The position focuses on the design and delivery of electrical systems supporting urban transportation infrastructure, with an emphasis on traffic signal systems.The role contributes across multiple project phases, including preliminary design, detailed design, regulatory compliance, and construction support. Responsibilities involve coordination with civil, transportation, and municipal stakeholders to ensure integrated and codecompliant electrical solutions aligned with Canadian standards and client requirements

The ideal candidate brings extensive experience in traffic signal, demonstrates technical leadership capability, and provides oversight and mentorship to junior engineering staff while supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives within electrical design teams.

Missions/Main Duties
  • Designand implementation of electrical systemswith experience in TrafficSignalDesign.
  • Develop and maintain design documentation, specifications, and reports in accordance with industry standards.
  • Collaborate with architects, civil engineers, and other multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into larger projects.
  • Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and design teams.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, local codes, and industry best practices.
  • Participate in client and project meetings, providing valuable input and insights.
  • Contribute to the growth of the Electrical department through the review and development of standards and templates.
Profile/Skills
  • Bachelordegree inElectrical Engineeringfrom an accredited institution.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)designation in good standing with a Canadian engineering regulator
  • 5-10+ yearsof progressive experience in electrical engineering roles
  • Minimum3 years of direct experience in traffic signaldesign.
  • Strong working knowledge of theCanadian Electrical Code (CEC)and applicable transportation standards(OTM BOOK 12, OPSD , OPSS)
  • Proficiency withAutoCAD and Civil 3Dsoftwaresused for infrastructure projects.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both internal teams and external clients.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and mentor teams.
  • Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and energy-efficient design practices.

Salary Range - $95,000 - $125,000; variable depending on role and experience of the personnel.

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