Assistant Designer, Electrical
Toronto Transit Commission Voir toutes les offres
- Toronto, ON
- 87.597-109.509 $ par an
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Signals/Electrical/Communications (20000051) - Electrical Engineering (30000440)
Salary Information: $87,596.60 - $109,509.40
Pay Scale Group: 08SA (CAN/S/J/08SA)
Employment Type: Regular (Hybrid)
New or Existing Vacancy: ExistingWeekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday / Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: April 9, 2026
Last Day to Apply: April 22, 2026
Reports to: Senior Design Engineer, ElectricalThe Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America's third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC's legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.The full Plan canCareer OpportunityLooking for a new and exciting opportunity? We are looking for an Assistant Designer, Electrical to join our team!What You will DoReporting to the Senior Design Engineer, Electrical, you will be responsible for providing technical support in the preparation, analysis, monitoring and co-ordination of new projects or modifications to existing equipment as related to the design and testing of TTC's systems and equipment for the department.Other responsibilities of your role will include:
- Assisting with the preparation of estimates, material lists, specifications, standards, policies, work methods, test procedures and drawings.
- Conducting engineering analyses, evaluations, tests and drawing conclusions.
- Conducting investigations into electrical, signaling or track problems, and detecting new areas that require engineering attention to improve safety, productivity and cost effectiveness.
- Preparing and reviewing electrical designs and documentation, and assisting with the preparation of drawings, estimates, material lists, specifications, standards, policies, work methods, test procedures and site inspections in accordance with TTC and Industry Design Standards and Codes.
- Reviewing and interpreting drawings and specifications for accuracy and ensure that all detailed factors have been correctly incorporated.
- Assisting with electrical asset management configuration, documentation and control procedures.
- Visiting work sites before the design begins, during the design and construction phases, and during the testing and commissioning phases.
- Independently accessing all TTC properties, construction sites, and track level on a 24hr basis, 7 days a week.
- Collecting data, performing asset/equipment inventory audits and asset identification/labelling.
- Administering the construction, inspection and commissioning of various electrical Capital State of Good Repair replacement and Operating maintenance repair projects.
- Providing engineering guidance to staff and field personnel, troubleshooting operational problems and providing engineering solutions for existing and new electrical systems.
- Apply analytical skills
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Communicate in a variety of mediums
- Audit systems, processes, and products
- Gather information and conduct research
- Your educational background will consist of the completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (i.e., Electrical Engineering) or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
- Registration with or working towards PEO status with the Professional Engineers of Ontario is an asset.
- Your application will demonstrate related work experience.
- You will have technical knowledge with Industrial and Commercial Power Systems including switchgear, transformers, lighting, power system distribution, electrical grounding, protection and metering as well as power systems electrical test equipment.
- You will also have knowledge of AC and DC power systems design principles and electrical engineering principles, methods and practices.
- Your proficiency with MicroStation/AutoCAD and other computer applications applicable to the work (i.e., MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc.) will be beneficial in this role.
- You will have sound judgement and well developed technical, analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, verbal communication and engineering report writing skills.
- You will also have knowledge of applicable electrical, safety codes/practices/standards.
- As a successful candidate you will acquire Subway Rulebook Certification.
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities. However, on occasion you will be required to visit work sites based on the assigned work.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.
- The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
- All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
- During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
- You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.