Senior OCS Engineer

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer with specialized expertise in Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS) to support the planning, design, and delivery of Light Rail Transit (LRT) projects across Canada.

This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, providing technical leadership, and ensuring the successful execution of OCS components within complex transit infrastructure programs.

Your role

• Lead the design and engineering of OCS systems for LRT projects, including alignment with civil, structural, and electrical disciplines.
• Develop and review technical specifications, drawings, and calculations for OCS components (e.g., poles, cantilevers, tensioning systems, feeders).
• Conduct site assessments, feasibility studies, and risk evaluations related to OCS installations.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to ensure project objectives, timelines, and budgets are met.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian standards, including AREMA, CSA, and applicable provincial regulations.
• Support construction and commissioning phases, including field inspections and resolving technical issues.
• Participate in tender evaluations, contractor coordination, and change management processes.
• Be the client facing local representative for the OCS systems for the region.
• This role requires a proactive approach to client relationship development, including regular engagement, clear communication, and collaborative problem-solving.

About you

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• P.Eng. designation in a Canadian province (or eligibility to obtain).
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in railway electrification, with a focus on OCS design and implementation.
• Experience working on major transit infrastructure projects in Canada is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in OCS design software (OpenTrack and OpenPowerNet) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of railway safety standards, construction practices, and project delivery methodologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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