JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 13679

Number of Vacancies: 3

Department: Signals/Electrical/Communications (20000051) - Electrical Engineering (30000440)

Salary Information: $115,570.00 - $144,526.20

Pay Scale Group: 10SA (CAN/S/J/10SA)

Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)

New or Existing Vacancy: 2 Existing, 1 New

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday/Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: September 24, 2026

Last Day to Apply: October 7, 2026

Reports to: Assistant Manager, Design and Coordination The 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 perks 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 chance for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

Looking for a new and exciting job opportunity? We are looking for 1 Senior Design Engineer, Electrical and 2 Senior Design Engineer, Traction Power to join our team!

This position performs the more complex electrical engineering duties and manages the activities and projects associated with the design, operation, and/or maintenance of the TTC's electrical traction power systems. The role provides engineering support and guidance to maintenance staff on a 24-hour basis, provides engineering expertise.

What You Will Do

- Produce, check and approve various parts of technical documentation: design drawings, systems operation descriptions, estimates, material lists, specifications, standards, policies, work methods, test procedures, schedules and designs for planned and emergency work
- Co-ordinate engineering services with departmental construction crews, outside contractors and other TTC departments
- Inspect, assess, and prepare engineered details for the implementation of new, and modification and rehabilitation of existing systems and facilities in order to ensure acceptable standards of performance and reliability
- Conduct comprehensive testing programs, diagnose complex engineering problems; prepare reports and recommendations related to engineering work requirements, priorities, budgets and schedules
- Provide direction and co-ordination to TTC staff, consultants and contractors engaged in engineering work
- Take professional responsibilities for design work as required by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO)
- May be required to work outside of the standard work week to respond to trouble calls and other requirements of business
- Participation in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program
- 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.

What Skills Do You Bring?

- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Identify and minimize risk of Health and Safety issues
- Apply analytical skills
- Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
- Communicate in a variety of mediums

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

- Your educational background will consist of the completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (i.e. Electrical/Electronic Engineering) or combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent
- Extensive directly related work experience
- Registration with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) is mandatory
- Sound knowledge of electrical engineering principles, traction power substations, operating work methods and practices plus a strong knowledge of project management concepts and practices, and have the ability to carry out and/or co-ordinate projects and activities associated with the electrical and traction power systems
- Strong working knowledge of the AC and DC switchgear, DC traction power substations, industrial electrical installations, protective relays, overcurrent protection coordination, transformers, uninterrupted power supply and battery back up and lighting, and electrical and traction power systems.
- Sound judgement plus excellent technical, analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, verbal communication and report writing skills, and have experience in dealing with the local electric utility and the City of Toronto
- Strong knowledge of the Electrical Safety Code, NFPA codes, the Canadian Electrical Code and the Commission’s electrical and traction power systems, energy billing and power monitoring systems and the associated electrical/electronic equipment as well as the various functions carried out by the SEC Department
- Computer literate with a good working knowledge of personal computers and computerized applications related to the work, particularly various electronic test equipment
- Ability to plan, co-ordinate and direct activities of personnel assisting in electrical design work
- Ability to provide direction to consultants and contractors engaged in associated activities
- Prior experience and knowledge of Electrical and Traction Power system in a transit agency would be beneficial

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. However, on occasion you will be required to visit work sites based on the assigned work.




- 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 EDI 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 or [email protected] . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

- The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
- All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
- During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
- You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC’s hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees 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.

📌 Senior Design Engineer, Electrical & Traction Power (Canada)
🏢 Toronto Transit Commission
📍 Canada