Track Design Engineer

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

Mott MacDonald is seeking a skilled and motivated Project Engineer to join our Rail team, focusing on the design and delivery of track infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in developing innovative and sustainable track design solutions for light rail, heavy rail, and freight systems across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the design of rail track alignments, including horizontal, vertical geometry.Prepare engineering design plans, calculations, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design integration and compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct gauging assessments and buffer stop risk evaluations using specialized software.
• Participate in site visits to assess field conditions and support construction activities.
• Mentor and lead junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the team.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and sub-consultants to ensure project success.
• Support BIM implementation and data environment setup for design collaboration.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in rail track design and civil infrastructure.
• Proficiency in design software such as Civil 3D, Bentley Rail Track, or OpenRail.
• Familiarity with relevant Canadian, U.S. and international rail standards and safety regulations.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) license in Ontario preferred or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Mott MacDonald Canada Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.