Intermediate Communications Design Specialist
At a glance
Mid-level Communications role at Emit. Toronto · full-time.
Emit states pay in the role description below.
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What you'll do
- Design rail communications systems spanning fibre, CCTV, access control, PA, telephony, radio, SCADA, and fare solutions
- Produce layouts, risers, wiring diagrams, schedules, specifications, calculations, and testing documents
- Apply systems engineering, integration, assurance, and cybersecurity principles to large transit designs
- Support testing, commissioning, site visits, as-built checks, and resolving issues in the field
- Coordinate with design disciplines, BIM specialists, and leads on integrated rail solutions
What you bring
- Five to ten years designing and delivering complex rail communications on major transit infrastructure projects
- An engineering degree in a relevant field, with a P.Eng. designation strongly preferred
- Knowledge of IP networking plus rail systems such as SCADA, fibre, CCTV, PA, radio, and access control
- Experience using systems engineering, integration, and assurance methods on multidisciplinary rail work
- Ability to develop and scrutinize precise design packages, reports, specifications, and test records
Who this fits
You’ll suit a mid-level rail communications specialist who has worked across complex transit systems and can carry designs into commissioning. The role is based in Toronto, Canada, and includes construction support, site visits, and field issue resolution. Ontario’s stated compensation range is $104,500 to $143,900.
From the employer
What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
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The Opportunity – Build the Future with Us
Build the future of transit with us.
Across Canada, WSP is delivering the communications, systems, and digital infrastructure that power safer, smarter, and more connected rail networks. As an Intermediate Communications Design Specialist, you’ll shape major transit projects from concept through commissioning—bringing systems engineering, system integration, and cybersecurity principles to life on the ground.
Your Impact
- Support the design of complex communications systems, including fibre backbone networks, CCTV, Access Control, Public Address, telephony, passenger signage, radio, intrusion detection, fare systems, SCADA, and master clock solutions.
- Develop and review technical design deliverables such as layouts, risers, elevations, schedules, wiring diagrams, and fibre termination diagrams.
- Prepare technical documentation, including specifications, reports, calculations, test plans, test procedures, and test reports that comply with project requirements.
- Apply systems engineering, systems integration, and assurance principles to communications designs for large rail infrastructure projects.
- Incorporate cybersecurity standards into system architecture and ensure designs meet relevant rail cyber requirements.
- Support construction and commissioning activities, including T&C, site visits, as-built reviews, and field issue resolution.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams, BIM specialists, and discipline leads to deliver fully integrated solutions.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- A well-rounded background in rail communications systems, with 5–10 years of experience designing and delivering complex systems on large transit infrastructure projects.
- An engineering degree in a relevant discipline, with P.Eng. designation considered highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of IP-based networking and the full suite of rail communications systems, including SCADA, fibre networks, CCTV, passenger announcement (PA), radio, and access control.
- Demonstrated experience applying systems engineering, system integration, and assurance principles across multidisciplinary rail projects.
- Working knowledge of rail cybersecurity standards (e.g., CISSP, GICSP, IEC 62443) is considered a strong asset.
- Proven ability to interpret, review, and develop technical documentation—design packages, reports, specifications, and test documentation—with precision and clarity.
Why Choose WSP?
We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
- Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026
- A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we’ll help you tailor your role to match your ambition—because your growth drives ours.
- Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
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This role falls within our Rail & Transit portfolio, a team recognized industry‑wide for delivering award‑winning transit solutions.
Compensation
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $114,600 –$151,800
MB & ON: $104,500 – $143,900
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $103,500 – $137,400
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future?
If you’re excited to work on transformational transit projects and grow your career in systems integration, we’d love to hear from you. Join WSP and help redefine what’s possible.
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