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AECOM Signals Design Engineering in Calgary, Alberta
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM's Rail and Transit Signals group is seeking a highly talented Signals Design Engineer to work with the existing growing Canadian Signals team, working on projects across the country. The EIT role will be based out of AECOM’s Calgary, Alberta office, with AECOM offering flexible work arrangements for work-life balance. As a signal design team member, the successful applicant will have multiple roles.
This will be a full-time permanent position starting as soon as possible.
The qualified candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills:
Reporting to the S&C Manager, Western Canada, provide engineering, technical and management support to the Railway Signals Group.
Assist in the preparation of proposals, design documents and tender documents.
Adopts project management principles and provides support to project managers.
Assist in the preparation of design drawings for transit and freight rail signaling systems that meet customer and AECOM quality standards.
Assist in the preparation of computer-aided design (CAD), MicroStation, AutoCAD drawings for transit and freight rail signaling systems that meet customer and AECOM quality standards.
Produces sets of drawings, including filing and archiving of drawings, and participates in quality checks prior to dissemination of drawings.
Perform first and second level checks for electrical designs.
Experience coordinating multi-office team design projects.
Experience with project management principles.
Experience with proposal and report writing.
Railway experience with knowledge of CPKC, CN or AREMA standards.
Entry-level experience with project financial reporting systems, accounting principles, spreadsheets, report writing, and basic knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Must have completed a Bachelors degree in Engineering from a reputable University (preferably in Electrical or Software)
Preferred Qualifications
2+ years of relevant experience.
In the process of or has their EIT designation
Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle
Some skills in the use of AutoCAD 2D and/or MicroStation, with an interest in developing this skill.
Related experience in transportation and/or electrical/software engineering.
Demonstrates analytical, technical and problem-solving skills and abilities.
Experience writing technical specifications
Ability to prepare, understand, interpret Contracts to review work or submittals and answer RFI’s
Strong problem solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, internal and external clients and contractors
Keen desire to learn new skills, excellent teamwork attitude but must be able to work solo as well
Team player willing to take on assigned work with the ability to consistently set and meet deadlines.
Proficient in Excel (experience with macros is an asset).
Basic knowledge of programmable logic control hardware and software.
Basic understanding of relay logic.
Demonstrates excellent communication skills and willingness to be involved in planning, design, and construction as required by projects.
Willingness to work in the field and travel
Additional Information
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
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Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $60,000.00 - $80,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10107255
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Canada
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid