Traction Power Supply Engineer

Amico is a leading, Canadian-owned and operated construction company specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects. With a strong track record in general contracting, civil engineering and road building, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that shape the communities of Ontario. Our expertise spans major infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, and critical public works that require meticulous planning, innovative engineering, and precise execution.

At Amico, we believe in fostering collaboration and empowering our team to tackle ambitious challenges head-on. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and proven project management practices, we consistently deliver high-quality infrastructure projects, regardless of their scale or complexity.

If you're ready to be part of a team that plays a pivotal role in Ontario's most impactful infrastructure developments, while gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading projects, we invite you to join us.

About the Project:

The Eglinton Crosstown West Extension will bring the Eglinton Crosstown LRT another 9.2 kilometres farther west, creating a continuous rapid transit line from the east end of Toronto into Mississauga. The Stations, Rail, and Systems (SRS) package encompasses the design, construction, integration, and commissioning of key project components.

Position Overview:

The Traction Power Supply Engineer is responsible for supporting the design, engineering, and integration of traction power supply systems, including substations, power distribution, and related equipment, while contributing to Operations & Maintenance (O&M) readiness for these elements on the ECWE project. This role involves collaborating with the systems design production team to ensure technical requirements, performance specifications, and interface obligations are met within the overall wayside systems design. The position requires technical expertise in electrical engineering and experience working on multidisciplinary teams for rail or transit projects.

Traction Power Supply Design & Integration

• Contribute to the engineering and design of traction power supply systems, including substations, rectifiers, feeders, and grounding systems.
• Assist in producing and validating design deliverables, ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and safety requirements.
• Support coordination with the System Integration and Interface team for interfaces between traction power systems, overhead catenary, rolling stock, and civil works.
• •Incorporate systems requirements, TVRA recommendations, and operational considerations into traction power designs.
• Ensure traction power designs align with project standards, Metrolinx requirements, and applicable codes.

O&M Readiness

• Assist in developing and implementing O&M readiness strategies for traction power assets, focusing on maintainability, accessibility, and lifecycle management.
• Review design documentation to embed operational maintainability and reliability in traction power decisions.
• Collaborate with Metrolinx and O&M stakeholders to define maintenance philosophies, asset strategies, and spare parts planning for traction power systems.
• Support the creation of operation and maintenance manuals, training programs, and handover documentation.

Management & Coordination

• Work within a multidisciplinary team of systems engineers, contributing to timely deliverables aligned with project milestones.
• Overview WSP Traction Power supply Design Team production, and participate in design progress reviews, risk assessments, and change management for traction power elements.
• Provide technical input and collaborate with design partners and subcontractors on traction power matters.
• Attend internal and external meetings with Metrolinx, WSP, and stakeholders as needed for traction power discussions.

Interface and Assurance

• Help define and validate interface requirements between traction power systems and other project elements.
• Support system assurance activities, including RAMS, verification & validation, and safety certification for traction power.
• Maintain configuration control and requirements traceability for traction power throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with Integration and Testing & Commissioning teams for traction power handover and testing readiness.

Reporting and Compliance

• Provide updates on traction power design status, risks, and issues to the System Wayside and O&M Manager.
• Ensure all traction power designs meet Metrolinx and applicable International and Ontario standards.
• Track actions from design reviews, RFIs, and technical clarifications related to traction power.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in traction power supply design, integration, and V&V for transit or rail projects.
• Experience in Design-Build or P3 environments preferred (Contractor side).
• Knowledge of CENELEC / ISO / IEC standards (EN 50126/50128/50129, ISO/IEC 15288).
• Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS, Aconex).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaborative skills.
• Ability to interpret operational requirements, technical documentation, and system interface information.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, operational efficiency, and high-quality delivery.

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Strictly no third-party resumes accepted.