Quality Specialist - Rail and Transit

Senior Quality Specialist

As a Senior Quality Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of rail and transit systems across Canada. This is your chance to contribute to projects that enhance mobility, improve safety, and create sustainable communities.

• Develop and implement a Transportation Systems Quality Management System aligned with ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Lead the creation of Quality Management Plans and procedures for major projects, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct project audits and analyze KPIs to drive continuous improvement and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to resolve technical issues and maintain quality standards.
• Train project teams on QMS requirements, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement techniques.
• Monitor nonconformance reports and ensure timely resolution to maintain project integrity.

• University degree in Engineering and recognized quality assurance/quality control designation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in rail systems projects using CENELEC and/or AREMA standards.
• Internal and/or Lead Auditor certification; PMP and/or P.Eng designation is an asset.
• Proven experience in consulting engineering environments and managing complex quality processes.
• Strong knowledge of Rail Systems QA/QC principles and lifecycle phases (design, testing, integration).
• Proficiency in tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
• WSP in Canada Rail & Transit team has achieved 1st place for "Great Company to Work for in Canadian Rail" at the Inaugural TRACCS Transit & Rail Association Awards.

• Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, Yukon: $135,200 – $179,100
• Manitoba & Ontario: $123,300 – $169,800
• New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island & Quebec: $122,100 – $162,200

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

WSP is a leading professional services firm with over 65,000 members worldwide. In Canada, we have more than 12,000 employees working across all disciplines. Our focus is on creating sustainable communities through engineering, design, and construction services.

WSP welcomes and encourages people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to equity in employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies.