Senior Systems Integration Specialist

HDR is seeking a Senior Rail Systems Integration Specialist to join our Toronto office. Reporting to the Section Lead - Systems and Operations, you will be part of the larger North America Rail and Transit Systems Team, working closely with project managers and engineering disciplines on a variety of projects in Canada and the US. As an specialist with experience in the rail and transit field, you will support in the development and application of Systems Integration principles (such as requirements management and interface management) on projects. Working with a wide variety of engineering disciplines you will need to be creative, hands-on, and good at problem solving, being able to look at projects from a bigger holistic systems perspective. The expectation is that this candidate will have the ability to help lead (internally and in front of the client) the management of interfaces between systems and infrastructure elements as part of the project management team. The candidate will be involved with developing and apportioning system-wide operational and technical requirements and can collaborate between technical groups in the solution of complex integration challenges. This position is ideal for an candidate with a broader view and understanding across multiple engineering and project disciplines (including communications, signalling, civil engineering, architecture, track, and other rail systems), as opposed to working as a specialised electrical engineer. Key Responsibilities - Take responsibility for all aspects of client and design-team management of commuter, shortline, freight, transit and class-one rail projects - Coordinate the planning and environmental process; manage the assembly of plans, specifications and construction estimate packages - Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity while planning and developing projects or designing activities that have significant impact on major company programs - Be able to plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians - Serve as Project Manager on larger projects as needed; project management is not sole focus of position - Serve as a high-level point of contact between the client and HDR - Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications - Undergraduate engineering degree in a related field (civil, mechanical, environmental, systems, industrial, mechatronics, etc.) - Understanding of systems integration principles such as interface management and requirements management, including experience using tools such as DOORS NG, and familiarity with ISO15288 Standard would be considered an asset - Experience working in large, multi-disciplinary projects - Self-starter, able to work independently and lead initiatives on projects2 - Adaptable to different project environments, good communication and interpersonal skills - Highly creative, out-of-the-box approach for problem-solving Qualifications Required Qualifications - Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience - A minimum of 15 years of engineering experience in the discipline to be supported - Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline to be supported - Extensive knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline being supported - Proven ability to work in multi-disciplinary environments - Proficient with Microsoft Office - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must