Track Expert - Alberta, Canada

Reference: 304782221_1751643234

Track Expert - Light Rail Transit (LRT)
Location: Alberta, Canada
Industry: Transportation Infrastructure / Rail Transit
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

EWI are supporting a leading infrastructure group who are currently seeking a Track Expert to support the planning, design, construction, and commissioning of a major Light Rail Transit (LRT) project. This is a long-term opportunity to be part of a transformative urban transportation initiative, working with multidisciplinary teams to ensure track systems are delivered to the highest safety and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and review detailed design drawings, specifications, and horizontal/vertical track alignments

  • Conduct field surveys and site assessments to inform track design and construction methods

  • Oversee integration of track systems with civil, signaling, traction power, and other LRT infrastructure

  • Provide technical support during construction, including inspections, installation oversight, and resolving site issues

  • Coordinate with project stakeholders and segment leads for full system integration

  • Ensure compliance with local and international rail standards and safety codes

  • Perform geometric and structural design for both ballasted and ballastless track types

  • Support procurement and evaluation of materials and subcontractors

  • Participate in risk reviews, constructability assessments, and value engineering exercises

  • Lead and support readiness for dynamic testing, including inspection of tracks, switches, and special trackwork

  • Conduct real-time wheel/rail interface tests and track component evaluations for LRV (Light Rail Vehicle) commissioning

  • Manage interface with operations and vehicle suppliers during temporary operations and testing phases

  • Supervise inspection teams and coordinate safe LRV movements during commissioning

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline (Master's preferred)

  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility is preferred

  • Minimum 10 years' experience in track design and construction within rail or transit infrastructure

  • Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation

  • Strong understanding of embedded, slab, and ballasted track construction

  • Experience with special trackwork (e.g., switch machines, crossovers, axle counters, wheel detectors)

  • Demonstrated ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and field reports

  • Familiarity with commissioning, vibration mitigation, and operational interfaces

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills

Additional Requirements:

  • Valid driver's license (Class 5 or equivalent); clean abstract preferred

  • Comfortable working on active construction sites in varying terrain and weather conditions

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

$110,000.00 - $150,000.00
Per annum
USD110000 - USD150000 per annum
Added 04/07/2025
Reference: 304782221_1751643234

Track Expert - Alberta, Canada

Canada Permanent Rail

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