Senior Engineer – Rail Operations
Job Overview
- Company Name Arup
- Job Start Date Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:55:20 GMT
- Job Type Part Time
- Job Source Careerjet
Job title: Senior Engineer – Rail Operations
Job description: Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology and rigor to shape a better world.
We are currently seeking a Senior Engineer – Rail Operations with experience in rail operations and strategic operational advisory to help us in delivery of our current and future projects.
Based in the Toronto office and reporting to the Americas Rail Systems Leader, the successful candidate will be part of our Americas and Global Rail Business and is expected to be highly focused on developing compelling solutions that realize rail operational and maintenance efficiencies and enhancements on our current and future projects.
The successful candidate shall utilize knowledge and experience from the previous projects along with the skills and experience of our rail operations team members, and the wider Arup rail skill network to help growing the Rail Operations team in Canada and the Americas through a healthy mix of public and private sector clients.
Specific duties will include:
· Lead rail operations team in Canada with the support of team members in Canada or outside of Canada
· Experience with Rail Systems & Operations Modeling to determine round trip time, fleet requirements. Plan timetable, service levels etc.
· Strong analytical skill set to analyze various scenarios and propose solutions.
· Experience working with the Client including presenting to Client, providing advisory role
· Help in developing and be responsible to implement forward-thinking work plans that supports market and project needs of the rail operations team across Canada.
· Manage and perform rail operations project work, focusing on the technical deliveries.
· Working as part of the rail systems team, developing, and implementing the strategy and vision for rail operations in Canada and supporting greater integration of Arup’s work across the region and beyond.
· Understand and capture areas where Rail Operations and complimentary Arup offerings addresses market needs, develops programs and solutions along with forming trusted client relationships.
· Maintain positive relationships with key clients and emphasizing client care and focus with wider the team.
· Participate on the multiple projects, from market engagement, solution preparation, project execution and delivery, and project closure.
· Keeping up to date with market developments, anticipating market changes, and assessing opportunities to deliver solutions.
· Support the positive industry profile in this market for Arup and specifically for Rail Operations, Engineering and Advisory.
· Help in recruiting, developing, mentoring, and coaching staff, ensuring that new team skills are developed in relation to new market opportunities.
· Actively participate in Americas Rail Skill Network, industry activities and events, including working groups, forums, panels, and interest groups, to contribute to, and engage, best practice, emerging and digital technologies.
· Promoting and communicating Arup’s values by ensuring excellence and quality of work in all activities performed by rail operations team.
Key Experience:
· Minimum 7 years’ experience in a senior engineering role in a rapid, subway or commuter rail operation.
· Demonstrated experience in operations related to Rail Stations, Rail Corridors, Maintenance Yards and facilities, operation control centers, and all other elements associated with operating a safe and reliable railway.
· Proven knowledge and experience in Rail Operations and across the wider Rail industry
· Good understanding of the economic aspects, funding aspects, planning issues and business benefits of transport and rail operations.
· Strong knowledge on technology implementation, organizational and asset improvements
· Experience in rail business case and feasibility studies
· Knowledge in rail asset management
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, electronic, information systems or similar)
· Ontario Professional Engineer status (P.Eng) or similar internationally recognized designation
· Hands-on experience with RaiSim or/and Open Track modeling tools
· Demonstrated success in task management
· Ability to identify solutions and develop strategies and service offerings.
· Ability to develop strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders
· The operational functions of rapid and urban rail systems – with sound knowledge of the systems, infrastructure, assets, facilities, and customer facing interfaces.
Benefits that Work
At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working
We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options include alternative schedules, part-time or reduced hours schedule, and/or the option to work remotely for a portion of your workweek.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, colour, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.
Arup is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and to ensuring that all of our employees have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility, and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on these matters either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis.
If you are contacted by Arup regarding a job opportunity and you feel you need accommodation during the application process, or have a question about our human rights and accessibility accommodation policies, please speak to Human Resources or send an email to americasbenefits@arup.com or call 646-802-3577 to let us know the nature of your request.
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