Join Our Team as a Railway Signals Project Engineer
Location: Ontario
Company: Universal Rail Services Inc.
Employment: Full‑Time
Salary Range: $90,000 to $120,000; based on experience
Design the Systems That Keep Canada’s Railways Moving — Safely.
If you’re an experienced Railway Signals Engineer with a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and a passion for safety‑critical systems, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on rail infrastructure projects across Canada.
Universal Rail Solutions Inc. is seeking a Railway Signals Project Engineer to support the design, review, and implementation of railway signaling systems in accordance with regulatory standards, client specifications, and internal quality systems.
Who We Are
At Universal Rail Solutions Inc., we keep Canada’s railways moving — safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We work coast‑to‑coast across every railway sector and project size, delivering service excellence and exceptional value to our clients.
Within our team, we call this Doing It Right!
The Opportunity
The Railway Signal Project Engineer is responsible for generating and reviewing signaling design drawings in compliance with industry standards, client requirements, and internal engineering procedures.
Working closely with the Engineering team, this role supports the design lifecycle from concept through commissioning, while maintaining drafting discipline, ISO compliance, and quality control across signaling deliverables.
This role is more than design — it’s about engineering safe, reliable systems that protect rail operations every day.
What You’ll Do
- Produce and review railway signaling and electrical layout/design drawings
- Ensure designs comply with applicable standards and governing bodies (e.g., CSA, TSSA, AREMA)
- Maintain company and client drafting standards within the Engineering department
- Maintain and apply current CAD standards across drawings and development work
- Perform work accurately within established cost and schedule limits
- Act as an independent checker for signaling designs and data prepared by others
- Update and revise existing drawings as required
- Assist Mechanical Designers with layout and design drawings
- Maintain product standards and oversee quality control programs per ISO 9001:2015 requirements
- Support ISO documentation and processes for purchasing, production, assembly, installation, NCRs, CPARs, and internal audits
- Program PLCs (e.g., ScadaPack) for signaling and related applications
- Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT) of wired assemblies
- Participate in on‑site commissioning of signaling systems and equipment
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and operations teams to support project execution
- Perform additional duties as required to support engineering and production objectives
What You Bring
- University or college degree in Electrical Engineering
- 5+ years of railway signaling design experience
- Strong understanding of signaling principles and industry standards
- Proficiency with CAD and drafting systems
- P.Eng designation is an asset
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
- Solid planning, organizational, and time‑management abilities
- Familiarity with modern software development tools
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
- Working knowledge of ISO quality systems and documentation requirements
- Operational knowledge and an understanding of field commissioning activities
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- An industry‑leading benefits program
- Opportunities for professional growth and technical development
- A collaborative team environment where Safety is always the top priority
Apply Today!
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Universal Rail Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A.I. may be used in the grading of candidates for selection purposes.
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