Job Description

JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID:

11706

Number of Vacancies:

1

Department:

Track & Structures (20001107) - Track & Structure Engineering (30000441)

Salary Information:

$111,129.20 - $138,975.20

Pay Scale Group:

10SA

Employment Type:

Regular

Weekly Hours:

35

Off Days:

Various

Shift:

Various (Hybrid)

Posted On:

August 20, 2025

Last Day to Apply:

August 29, 2025

Reports to:

Assistant Manager, Design and Development

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC's legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision:

Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission:

To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

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We are currently seeking a Senior Engineer, Design and Development to support our Track and Structures team. You will be responsible for providing engineering expertise in support of track projects, condition surveys, defect assessments, as well as corrective and preventative maintenance.

What You Will Do

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Manage the development and review of new/existing track component designs. Develop comprehensive testing programs; diagnosing complex engineering problems, and providing technical input for track related operating issues. Coordinate the design and development of new track components. This involves: + Identifying design objectives, performing complex design calculations and providing detailed design specifications for the development of prototype track hardware components.
+ Developing and overseeing a comprehensive testing program and documenting compliance with design objectives.
+ Enforce quality assurance/quality control methods and practices.
+ Identify the need for external engineering resources along with procurement of resources.
Review the design and performance of existing track components. This involves: + Investigating problems and failures associated with existing track components.
+ Coordinating testing to evaluate materials and products and provide defect analysis.
+ Create and maintain technical specifications for the supply of materials and services.
Develop comprehensive SOGR program working with Track Maintenance and Capital Project Delivery group. Develop maintenance standards and procedures. Provide technical input for track related operating issues. Supervise the work of subordinate staff, including developing annual goals and ensuing project objectives are clearly defined and documented.

What Skills Do You Bring

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Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals Apply analytical skills Communicate in a variety of mediums Use office technology, software and applications Manage projects Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field

What Qualifications Do You Bring

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Registered as a professional Engineer with the Professional Engineers of Ontario. A University Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering is integral and will contribute to the success in this role. Your application will reveal thorough knowledge of engineering principles, methods and practices as they relate to the design of track, track related structures and associated right-of-way. You must have sound judgement, well developed analytical, problem solving, verbal communication and technical report writing skills. Your application will also demonstrate strong knowledge of project management concepts and practices and the ability to carry out and coordinate projects and studies. You must have the ability plan and coordinate the work of others when overseeing the development of new track components and standards. Registration with the Project Management Institute would be considered an asset. Proficiency in the use of a computer and associated Microsoft applications (MS projects, ProjectWise etc.).

What We Offer

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Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve. One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of the TTC defined pension plan. A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more. Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

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The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.



This position is designated Specified Management under the TTC's Fitness for Duty Policy. If you do not currently hold a designated position, you will be required to pass an alcohol and drug test as part of the certification process.


The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.