Structural Design Engineer – Rail, Transit

TYLin

Structural Engineer specializing in transit infrastructure projects for Canada. Leading design and analysis efforts in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$90,000 - CA$115,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support structural engineering design for rail and transit infrastructure projects throughout Canada.
Perform structural analysis, design calculations, and engineering assessments for a variety of transportation structures.
Develop design drawings, technical specifications, engineering reports, and construction documentation.
Design and review structural systems utilizing steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, timber, and other construction materials.
Coordinate closely with civil, track, systems, architecture, geotechnical, and construction teams.
Participate in all project phases, from planning and preliminary engineering through detailed design and construction support.
Conduct structural inspections, condition assessments, and rehabilitation studies as required.
Ensure designs meet applicable Canadian codes, standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
Support client engagement, proposal development, and business growth initiatives within the Rail + Transit practice.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering, or a degree in Structural Engineering from an accredited institution.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada is required.
5+ years of progressive structural engineering experience.
Experience designing transportation, transit, rail, bridge, industrial, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
Strong knowledge of Canadian design codes and standards, including CSA and applicable transportation agency requirements.
Experience with structural analysis and design software such as SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, MIDAS, RAM, or similar platforms.
Experience developing construction documents and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering designs.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high standard of technical excellence.
Passion for infrastructure and a desire to help shape the future of transportation in Canada.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Continuing education benefits
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

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Hard Skills & Tools

Structural AnalysisDesign CalculationsEngineering AssessmentsDesign DrawingsTechnical SpecificationsConstruction DocumentationStructural InspectionsCondition AssessmentsRehabilitation StudiesMultidisciplinary Engineering Designs

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingAbility To Manage Multiple Assignments

Certifications

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)