Simulation Specialist, Rail Operations, Senior

Requisition ID: 91128 

Job Category: Infrastructure 

Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

 

Looking to take the next step in your career?

Hatch, a full-service consultancy, is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Rail Operations Modelling and Simulation Specialist to join the Transit, Operations Modeling and Simulation team in either Montreal, QC, Toronto, ON or Vancouver, BC .

Rail Operations Modelling and Simulation lies at the junction of Rail Systems, Vehicles and Operations practices, and exposes the candidate to all functional aspects of rail infrastructure and operation. Using analysis and modelling tools, including simulation, our team supports our clients’ initiatives to create better operating plans and optimize infrastructure and rolling stock fleets. Team members use their analytical skills to develop and optimize timetables, propose and justify infrastructure enhancements, demonstrate the economic benefits associated with electrification and advanced train control systems.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Be responsible for modelling and simulating rail networks using industry and best practice standards.
• Lead a variety of rail network analyses, studies, simulation model development or optimization, and technical report generation addressing a wide range of operating, infrastructure and performance improvement.
• Direct operational analysis to support the decision-making of railway engineering components including trackwork, signaling, rolling stock, timetabling, stabling, etc.
• Validate system requirements through operational analysis and rail network planning.
• Participate with senior leaders in the establishment of short- and long-term plans.
• Provide support to business development and strategic initiatives, including preparation of proposals.
• Participate in some aspects of task and project management.
• Support the development of more junior staff within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Systems Engineering; specialization in Transportation Planning, Railway Engineering or similar field is preferred.
• 8+ years’ experience in rail operations analysis, rail network planning, railway timetabling, and/or rail network simulation.
• Expertise in rail network simulation software such as OpenTrack, RailSys, or Rail Traffic Controller (RTC).
• Proficiency with programming languages and the ability to guide junior staff in analyzing and visualizing large dataset are highly preferred.
• Interfacing and communicating with the Client on project objectives, constraints, and tasks.
• Diverse experience of modelling and analyzing various rail networks (light rail, commuter, freight etc.).
• Understanding of train control and/or traction power system functionality would be an asset.
• Experience with computer simulation modeling desirable.
• Experience with AutoCAD is desirable.
• Must be a good team player and decision maker with experience in a consulting engineering environment.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.