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Project Engineer – Rail

Job in Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for: Maynard Civil Engineering Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Safety Engineer, Railroad
Job Description & How to Apply Below
My client is seeking a  Project Engineer  with  3–8 years of experience  to support the planning, design, and delivery of rail infrastructure projects across Canada. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary consulting team, providing technical expertise, coordination, and project support across various phases of rail projects, from concept through construction.

This role is well suited to an engineer who is technically strong, organized, and comfortable working in a client-facing consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities
Technical & Engineering

Support the planning, design, and delivery of rail infrastructure projects, including commuter rail, light rail (LRT), heavy rail, freight rail, and transit systems

Prepare and review engineering designs, drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical reports

Apply applicable Canadian standards and codes (e.g., Transport Canada, AREMA, CSA, provincial standards, and client-specific requirements)

Assist with constructability reviews and value engineering exercises

Support interface coordination between civil, track, structures, signals, systems, and other disciplines

Project Delivery & Coordination

Assist Project Managers with scope, schedule, budget, and risk management

Coordinate with internal multidisciplinary teams, subconsultants, and external stakeholders

Participate in meetings with clients, contractors, rail authorities, and regulatory agencies

Support contract administration activities, including RFIs, change requests, progress reporting, and site reviews

Construction & Field Support

Provide engineering support during construction, including site visits and inspections as required

Review shop drawings, method statements, and contractor submissions

Assist in resolving technical issues arising during construction

Quality & Compliance

Ensure work complies with applicable standards, safety requirements, and quality management systems

Contribute to internal technical reviews and quality assurance processes

Required
Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline

3–8 years of relevant experience working on rail or transportation infrastructure projects

Experience in a consulting engineering environment

Knowledge of rail design standards, construction practices, and project delivery methods

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

Preferred

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility for registration in Canada

Experience working with Canadian rail authorities, transit agencies, or major infrastructure clients

Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Micro Station, Open Rail, or similar

Experience supporting construction-phase services

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