Rail Systems Team lead

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Rail Systems Team Lead

WSP is seeking a Rail Systems Team Lead to join our Transportation & Infrastructure team. This role will be responsible for leading and coordinating multidisciplinary teams involved in rail systems projects, ensuring technical excellence, effective collaboration, and successful project delivery.

The successful candidate will provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to a diverse team of engineers and specialists while supporting the integration of multiple rail systems disciplines. Although deep expertise in every rail systems discipline is not required, the candidate must possess a broad understanding of systems engineering principles, systems assurance, and the interfaces between technical disciplines.

Would you like to contribute to transformative transportation projects and collaborate with industry-leading professionals? At WSP, you will have the opportunity to work on complex and innovative rail projects while advancing your career within a globally recognized organization.

Why Choose WSP?

• We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and are committed to maintaining it.

• Flexible work policy: We recognize the importance of work-life balance and support our employees in achieving it.

• A Canadian success story: We are proud to represent Canada and showcase its expertise around the world.

• Enhancing the world around us: From transportation infrastructure to sustainable development, we contribute to the growth of communities worldwide.

• Exceptional career opportunities: We continue to grow, embrace innovation, and pursue continuous improvement.

• We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, a strong organizational culture, and comprehensive employee benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Rail Systems team, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support.

• Foster collaboration across multiple engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.

• Serve as the primary leader and point of contact for the Rail Systems team.

• Support project delivery by identifying and resolving technical, operational, and coordination challenges.

• Facilitate communication and integration between different technical groups and project teams.

• Promote the application of Systems Engineering and Systems Assurance best practices throughout project execution.

• Support workforce planning, recruitment, candidate evaluation, and team development activities.

• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, project requirements, and organizational processes.

• Participate in technical reviews, project planning activities, and strategic initiatives.

• Support project managers and technical leaders in achieving project objectives.

• Contribute to the continuous development of team capabilities, methodologies, and tools.

• Promote a culture of technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Railway Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Master's degree or postgraduate studies in Systems Engineering, Rail Systems, Transportation Engineering, Project Management, or a related field will be considered an asset.

• Professional certifications related to Systems Engineering, INCOSE, Systems Assurance, Functional Safety, or Project Management are highly desirable.

Experience

• 6 to 9 years of professional experience in Rail Systems, Systems Engineering, Systems Integration, Systems Assurance, or similar technical environments.

• Experience leading technical teams, coordinating multidisciplinary groups, or supervising engineering activities.

• Experience supporting transportation infrastructure or railway projects is highly desirable.

• Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Experience facilitating technical discussions and managing complex technical interfaces.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Systems Engineering methodologies and Systems Assurance practices.

• Understanding of the V-Model, including both verification and validation processes.

• Experience in requirements management, requirements decomposition, and application of SMART and ATOMIC principles.

• Knowledge of international railway and engineering standards such as CENELEC EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, AREMA, IEEE, Military Standards, or equivalent.

• Understanding of Safety Assurance processes and development of Safety Case documentation.

• Familiarity with INCOSE principles and Systems Engineering best practices.

• Knowledge of RAM principles (Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability).

• Broad understanding of multidisciplinary engineering environments and systems integration concepts.

• Ability to understand, review, and coordinate technical deliverables from various engineering disciplines.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and team development.

• Strategic thinking.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Stakeholder engagement and influence.

• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Collaboration and teamwork.

• Conflict resolution and facilitation skills.

• Adaptability and continuous learning.

• Results-oriented mindset.

• Ability to work effectively in multicultural and global environments.

Languages

• Advanced English proficiency (C1 or higher), both written and spoken, is required.

Key Profile

The candidate is not required to be a subject matter expert in every Rail Systems discipline. However, as the Team Lead, the individual must possess sufficient technical knowledge and leadership capabilities to:

• Provide technical direction and support when required.

• Address and resolve team and project-related challenges.

• Facilitate collaboration and interaction across multidisciplinary groups.

• Act as the recognized leader of the Rail Systems team.

• Participate in the evaluation, selection, and development of talent for current and future positions.

Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and qualifications demonstrating the ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of the role will be considered.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV in English. We look forward to hearing from you.