Fiber Design Engineer Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 industrywide for delivering awardwinning transit solutions.

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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.

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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.

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
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At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
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