Communication Systems Engineer - SCADA/PLC
Job in
Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for:
Parsons Corporation
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-21
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description
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As a global leader in rail and transit, Parsons delivers transformative solutions that keep complex transit systems moving safely, reliably, and efficiently. The scale and complexity of today’s transit programs demand a visionary, systems-engineering-led approach that leverages advanced digital tools to deliver fully integrated solutions—from early planning through to final commissioning and operational readiness. Parsons brings specialized capabilities and expertise that set us apart in the market.
Our Rail and Transit Solutions engineers perform a wide range of tasks across the full systems engineering lifecycle, including requirements management, design, integration, verification, and validation of system elements to ensure robust systems assurance.
Are you ready to contribute to complex transportation projects that will have a lasting impact across Canada?
We are seeking a Communication Systems Engineer – SCADA and PLCs to support projects in Western Canada and beyond. You would be based out of our Parsons Burnaby office.
The successful candidate will execute engineering and design activities for the deployment of state-of-the-art SCADA systems, PLCs/RTUs, and operator interfaces as a key professional member of the Parsons team. You will be organized, detail-oriented, and effective at communicating plans, requirements, results, and technical information to internal and external stakeholders at various management levels and with diverse technical backgrounds. If you are passionate about technology and eager to take on new challenges, this role—and Parsons—will be an excellent fit for you.
Key Responsibilities
Develop designs for communication systems, including SCADA and BMS/BAS headends, and field RTUs and PLCs.Prepare engineering documentation to support transit projects, including plans, interface control documents, specifications, installation drawings, analyses, and test plans and reports.Prepare and support component, sub-system, and system procurement documentation (technical specifications, vendor selection support, post-award technical support, etc.).Interface with, and provide guidance to, other design disciplines (fixed facilities, trackwork, PS&D, guideway, etc.) and external stakeholders (clients, architects, code consultants, AHJs, major suppliers, etc.).Support construction and installation activities in the field.Supervise, review, or witness testing and troubleshooting activities.Support commissioning and setting to work of mass transit communications systems.Support training of customer staff.Develop and contribute to Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals.Coordinate with other project engineering and test team members to provide systems engineering support.Travel as required in support of projects and proposals.Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline degree related to area of specialty (
NOTE:
Newly-hired PhD graduates are typically hired into this level.)5+ years of related professional experienceExperience in at least two of the following is required: SCADA, BAS/DDC, RTUs, PLCs, data networksP.Eng designation in British Columbia, or eligibility for accreditation in BCAbility to understand and participate in a formal Systems Engineering approachUnderstanding of RAM (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability) principles and Systems SafetyAbility to work effectively in a multidisciplinary systems environment or independently, as requiredStrong verbal communication skills, including effective listening and speakingStrong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and guide others in the development of technical analyses and reportsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel, Visio in particular)Preferred: combination of design office experience and hands-on, practical field experienceThis position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.
For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within…
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