Lead, Transit Technology Engineer

The City of Calgary

$115K — $144K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant engineering experience in IT and Communications post-P.Eng. designation.
  • Current licensure as a Professional Engineer with APEGA, with practicing status by start date.
  • Experience with Intelligent Transportation Systems, including CAD/AVL, Onboard Camera Systems, and Real Time Passenger Information Systems is an asset.
  • Previous education in Project Management, IT, or Communications is advantageous.
  • Strong communication, problem assessment, and analysis skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the maintenance and support of transit technology systems.
  • Develop and manage transportation project schedules and designs.
  • Investigate new technologies to align with Calgary Transit goals.
  • Design functional requirements for Transit Service Vehicles division.
  • Prepare plans and RFPs for project design and implementation.
  • Deploy and test new technology versions relevant to transit services.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to integrate and maintain technology solutions.

Benefits

  • Flexible work options, including potential work-from-home arrangements.
  • Standard 35-hour work week with a 5-day work schedule.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge transit technology projects.
Full Job Description
As the Lead, Transit Technology Engineer, you will lead a team of Maintenance Technicians and Electrical Labourers, responsible for supporting and maintaining transit technology systems. This role oversees system upgrades, preventative maintenance, and operational support while contributing to technology-related projects. Primary duties include: • Developing, designing, scheduling and administering transportation projects. • Investigating technologies and their impact to ensure they support the goals of Calgary Transit. • Designing functional requirements that will accommodate the needs and requirements of the Transit Service Vehicles division. • Developing plans and Requests for Proposal (RFP) to support the various stages of the project, its design and implementation. • Actively deploying and testing versions of new technology in relationship with the services being provided and their impact on the Transit Service Vehicles division. • Integrating information flows into the operation to provide the necessary support and data for analysis of the new technology. • Collaborating with technical teams to support the sustainment including integration, and ongoing performance of transit technology solutions. • Respond to requests for information regarding services provided by Calgary Transit. Qualifications • A degree in Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant professional engineering experience in Information Technology (IT) and Communications obtained after receiving your P. Eng. Designation and a current licensure as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) complete with practicing status OR licensure and practicing status by the first day of work Click here for more details . • Experience with Intelligent Transportation Systems including Computer Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) System, Onboard Camera Systems, Automatic Passenger Counter, Real Time Passenger Information Systems, and transit operations is considered an asset. • Previous education in Project Management, Information Technology, Communications, Data Integration or Purchasing is an asset. • Strong communication skills, knowledge of engineering technology alongside the ability to demonstrate problem assessment and analysis skills. Pre-employment Requirements • A security clearance will be conducted. • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Workstyle • This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction. Position and Pay Information • Business Unit: Calgary Transit • Union: Exempt Engineer • Position Type: 1 Permanent • Compensation: Level P3E $115,464 - 144,330 per annum • Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week. • Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle. • Location: 928 32 Avenue NE • Audience: Internal/External • Apply By: August 6, 2026 • Job ID: 314933

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