Systems Engineering Manager

Systems Engineering Manager - Rail & Transit We are seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to join our Transit & Rail Systems team at AECOM. The newly created position supports delivery of major, complex rail programs and expands technical leadership capacity across Canada. The role may be based in Mississauga, Markham, Calgary, or Edmonton. Company Description AECOM delivers a better world by designing and building infrastructure that improves daily life—roads, transit, water, energy, and more. With over 50,000 professionals worldwide, AECOM partners with clients to tackle complex challenges and create lasting impact. Job Description The Systems Engineering Manager will lead, plan, execute, and govern Systems Engineering activities across multidisciplinary rail and transit programs. Responsibilities include leading teams, ensuring technical quality, managing risks, and coordinating with stakeholders. Responsibilities General Responsibilities Lead and manage Systems Engineering activities across all project phases. Provide technical direction and leadership to interdisciplinary engineering teams. Report Systems Engineering progress and risks to senior leadership. Interpret and execute complex multi‑disciplinary engineering scopes. Maintain technical coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Work independently under broad objectives, exercising professional judgment. Supervise, mentor, and develop engineers and technical staff. Core Systems Engineering Responsibilities Develop, review, and approve Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP), Requirements Management Plans, and V&V Plans. Lead and coordinate Requirements Management, Interface and Integration Management, Configuration Management, Technical governance and assurance. Manage requirements processes from customer capture through design, verification, validation, and acceptance. Lead development of system specifications including functional requirements, system architectures, and interface specifications. Establish and maintain traceability across system requirements using tools such as DOORS and JAMA. Coordinate integration dependencies across disciplines and suppliers. Lead engagement with Independent Safety Assessors (ISA), Technical Authorities, and auditors. Support evidence‑based engineering and progressive assurance activities. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Minimum 8 years of experience in Systems Engineering and Rail Systems. At least 5 years of direct experience delivering Systems Engineering activities on railway or transit projects. Strong working knowledge of requirements management tools (DOORS, DOORS NG, JAMA, or equivalent). Valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications Ideally 15+ years of experience in Systems Engineering and Rail Systems. Experience applying standards such as ISO 15288, ISO 29148, ISO 24748, IEEE 1220, IEEE 24748, EN 50126, IEC 62278, NFPA 130. INCOSE CSEP or ESEP certification. Professional Engineer (P.Eng) licensure or eligibility for registration. Strong understanding of configuration management, change control, governance frameworks, and project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent). Excellent stakeholder communication and leadership skills. Additional Information Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position. Compensation Offered rate based on education, qualifications, experience, and location. Salary range: CAD 170,000 to CAD 220,000 per year. Benefits Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, leaves, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, travel insurance, recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. Work Location Hybrid; open to Mississauga, Markham, Calgary, Edmonton. Employer Commitment As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AECOM is committed to diversity and inclusion. All applicant information is treated with confidentiality pursuant to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence may be used to support screening and selection, but final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team. Contact & Application Apply online via AECOM’s career portal. Reference ID: J . Business line: Transportation. Business group: DCS. Strategic Business Unit: Canada. Career area: Engineering. #J-18808-Ljbffr