About Us
Are you ambitious and looking to make the right move in your career? Now is the perfect time to join Egis. Egis is experiencing substantial growth in North America, highlighted by our recent acquisition of McIntosh Perry—now made up of over 1,000 engineers, architects and planners across Canada and the USA. This strategic move underscores our commitment to investing in North America, propelling our expansion to new heights.
Our values showcase everything we believe in:
A Responsible Company - We care about people, and we care about our impact; acting responsibly wherever we work and whatever we do.
A People-First Company - This is an environment of mutual respect where every team member matters, no matter who they are.
A Creative Company - Creativity is in our DNA. This is the fuel that helps us tackle the major challenges of our time.
The more important question you likely have is: Are we the right company for you?
Joining Egis is an opportunity to make a valuable, positive impact on the world, while growing and developing as a person. Our culture is very collaborative, and we care about people and our impact. We take great pride in being responsible for our clients, for each other and for our planet and its people. You’ll work and innovate in an environment where high standards and personal consideration go hand-in-hand.
Learn more about the exciting opportunity below where you’ll be part of projects renowned for technical excellence, ambition and sustainability.
About the Role
We are looking for an Overhead Catenary System Engineer to join our local team in Toronto to work for urban public transport and heavy rail projects. Under the responsibility of the a project director, you will work in collaboration with a team of engineers, experts and project managers, internal and external to the company. You will have the opportunity to participate in several projects at different stages of development. You will be supported by your management to develop your skills and reach your full potential.
As part of the engineering team, depending on Egis positioning on the projects, you will:
- Produce some design: feasibility concept, preliminary and detailed design (including OCS layout plans, cross-sections, sectioning diagrams, bills of quantity, bonding plans) within multi-disciplinary rail projects.
- Produce drawings using CAD (e.g. Bentley MicroStation) software, design software (e.g. Lineardraft and ELF)
- Undertake site surveys/site visits and reporting on asset conditions.
- Review and control documents provided by the Client and produced by him or by other consultants
- Advise the public transport client on design and construction decisions, providing your practical expertise in the OCS field
What do we need from you
- University Engineering degree, or equivalent qualification such as a degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 4 years of railway experience
- Knowledge of Software used for OCS design such as Microstation and AutoCAD
- Main line / heavy rail experience an advantage, although metro and LRT experience can be considered.
- Fluency in English and excellent communication skills
What's in it for you?
Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.
