Track Design Lead

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Job Description:

Parsons is a leader in the design and construction of rail and transit systems, committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance transportation infrastructure. Our full-service team utilizes advanced 3D modeling to provide comprehensive design, construction, and technology integration for clients across North America. Parsons is seeking an experienced Senior Track Engineer to join our Rail and Transit division as a Track Engineering Design Lead. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in track design for large-scale transit projects. This role would be based in the Greater Toronto Area Region.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and lead the design and alignment of track infrastructure for various transit systems using AutoCAD Civil3D or MicroStation Open Rail Designer.
• Responsible for leading internal Designers and Engineers with a primary focus on managing the track design and resolving technical challenges to reach a design solution that meets all requirements including specifications and standards and adheres to Parsons QAQC processes.
• Prepare calculations, engineering design plans, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates, and present to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring effective design coordination across disciplines. Participate in design coordination meetings and address critical issues as it pertain to track design within an interdisciplinary team.
• Mentor and develop junior-intermediate track staff. Provide functional guidance and support to enhance technical and non-technical skills.
• Review and approve shop drawings and technical documentation. Implement railway systems and procedures to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and safe project delivery.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, develop and verify technical scopes, and assist with budget and schedule planning and management.
• Be a leader within the Project Team to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality rail transportation projects on time, meeting client expectations and objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil Engineering typically preferred);
• Designation as a Professional Engineer in Ontario;
• 8+ years experience with track design engineering for large-scale rail transit systems including Class I Railways, LRT, or Commuter Rail;
• Demonstrated experience in the design of rail alignments, special trackwork, junctions, yards, and facilities;
• Experience in design-build contract delivery is an asset;
• Detailed understanding of local authorities' codes and design standards;
• Strong capabilities in AutoCAD Civil3D Subassembly Composer, Dynamo and Navisworks for BIM interface;
• Strong capabilities in OpenRail Designer - MicroStation;
• Demonstrated experience on large-scale interdisciplinary projects with track design leadership responsibilities and interface with civil, utilities, and systems engineering;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English;
• Organizational and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work independently with high attention to detail and accuracy in work.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers' visions—and to help them see what's nextWe value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyleParsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY

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