Chief Engineer, Systems

Job Description

Job title: Chief Engineer, Systems

Company: Toronto Transit Commission

Job description: If you previously applied during the original posting period of June 28, 2024 to July 12, 2024, no need to reapply as all applications will be considered. Thank you.JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 10216
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Engineering (20000108) – LRT Systems Engineering (30000237)
Salary Information: $118,445.60 – $148,020.60
Pay Scale Group: 11SA
Employment Type: Regular
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: October 11, 2024
Last Day to Apply: October 31, 2024
Reports to: Director, LRT Systems and OperationsThe 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 canCareer OpportunityCome join our team at this exciting time and apply for the Chief Engineer, Systems position.What You Will DoReporting to the Director, LRT Systems and Operations, the Chief Engineer, Systems-Communications provides engineering management from a systems and operating perspective in support of the Metrolinx LRT and subway expansion projects. The incumbent acts as a technical subject matter expert to ensure that TTC requirements are coordinated and met through all phases of the expansion projects, including planning, design, commissioning, operations and maintenance. The Chief interfaces with Metrolinx, Metrolinx contractors, and TTC internal workforce (i.e. other Engineering staff, Operations, Infrastructure and Engineering, IT, Investigative Services, Strategy and Customer Experience, and/or Safety and Environment) to coordinate through all phases of the project. The incumbent develops TTC operating requirements and reviewing designs, and ensuring communication systems (Integrated Communications Systems (ICS), Public Address (PA), Intercoms, Voice Data Radio Systems (VDRS)Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems (SCADA) ) have the functionality, level of integration and human machine interfaces (HMI) to meet TTC’s needs. The incumbent promotes a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies. Lastly, the incumbent participates in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.May be required to work beyond regular working hours per business requirements.What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• A University Degree in Engineering along with related experience in the public transit sector managing and leading technical staff, or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Must be a Professional Engineer (P.Eng) licensed in the Province of Ontario.
• Extensive knowledge of systems and HMI interfaces, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Voice Data Radio System (VDRS), Distributed Antenna System (DAS), Integrated Communication System (ICS), Passenger Visual Information System (PVIS), Public Announcement (PA), Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), and Backbone Communications Network (BCN).
• Broad knowledge of engineering principles, methods and practices as related to rail communication systems and rail facilities design, construction and project management.
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.

What We Offer

• 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.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of 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 EDIThis position is designated Safety-Sensitive, Specified Management or Designated Executive under the TTC’s Fitness for Duty Policy. If you do not currently hold a designated position, you will be required to pass a drug test as part of the certification process.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.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.

Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Sun, 13 Oct 2024 07:32:40 GMT