Traction Power Designer

GFT is seeking a Traction Power Designer to join our Practice in Toronto! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Toronto office. 

Working on the transit and rail team at GFT means contributing to cutting-edge projects that drive the future of sustainable and efficient transportation. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for high-profile transit and rail infrastructure across North America, from planning and design to construction and operations. Join us as part of a dynamic group focusing on safety, quality, and technological advancements, significantly impacting urban mobility and community connectivity. Explore some of our signature transit and rail projects. 

What you’ll be challenged to do:

As a Traction Power Designer, you will contribute to the design and development of traction power systems for rail and transit projects, performing engineering calculations, creating design layouts, and supporting field assessments. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to help deliver efficient and effective transportation solutions.

We are open to new graduates for this opportunity. 

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Contribute to the design and development of traction power systems for railway and transit infrastructure.
• Perform electrical engineering calculations such as load analysis, power distribution, and energy efficiency evaluations.
• Assist in creating detailed design layouts and technical drawings using engineering software.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure system compatibility and integration.
• Participate in field surveys, site assessments, and support the preparation of reports, technical documents, and specifications.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together, we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ 

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: Toronto 

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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