Rail Infrastructure Engineer / Engineer-in-Training

Rail Infrastructure Engineer / Engineer-in-Training

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

The AtkinsRéalis Rail, Transit & Mobility group designs and builds lasting rail infrastructure for cities and communities across the globe. We offer strategic solutions for the planning, financing, design, construction, operation, testing and commissioning of mass transit systems and railways.  Our diverse and multicultural team is driven by a fierce pride in their work, a pioneering vision and a passion for rail transportation.

We are looking for at least two Generalist Engineers / EITs to work at the intersection of Engineering and Project Management at our Vancouver/Burnaby office.  The successful candidate will report into the Rail Infrastructure team; however, responsibilities and opportunities will vary depending on interest, capabilities and career objectives.  This role is not limited to trackwork design.  Suitable candidates will be agile, self-motivated and interested in pursuing a career in the design, construction and project management for light rail, metro and/or heavy rail transportation networks in Canada and worldwide.

Your role within the team:

• Conceptual and detailed design in Trackwork and Alignment, as well as potential opportunities in other disciplines:
  • Rail Control Systems
  • Rolling Stock
  • Systems Engineering
  • Systems Safety Assurance
  • Project Management
  • Civil Design

• Field engineering and construction support.
• Coordination of project deliverables and associated time management/teamwork.
• Multi-disciplinary coordination and communication.
• Communication with clients, contractors and/or other stakeholders.
• Drawing and documentation sign/seal (if applicable; this does not apply to EIT applicants).
• Assistance with project management tasks such as scheduling and estimating.
• Participation in the development of service offers (bids/pursuits).
• Attendance at the office (Vancouver or Burnaby) at least twice per week on average.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• A university degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Registration or eligibility for registration with the Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC).
• Experience in railway engineering or a related field – or a desire to learn.
• Computer competency and familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Microstation.
• High competency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Good communication skills / soft skills.
• Strong work ethic and career aspirations.
• All levels of experience are considered.

Assets –

• French language skills.
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project.
• Experience in railway project bids and/or construction – estimating, scheduling, construction methodology, quality, etc.
• Other technical rail systems experience – e.g. rolling stock, operations, etc.

The Vancouver Rail Infrastructure team:

The Vancouver Rail Infrastructure team is a diverse team of engineers, drafters, project/business managers and beyond, working together to strengthen our capabilities and to build meaningful transportation projects we can be proud of.  We work in hybrid mode between our homes and two offices in the lower mainland – downtown Vancouver and Burnaby Kingsway. 

At AtkinsRéalis, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (i.e.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

About AtkinsRéalis  

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital.

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  
 

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Expected compensation for this role is (between Pay Range $69,100 - $95000 annually). Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.