Communication Systems Engineer - Systems Network Job Burnaby area,BC Canada,Engineering

Description

Help Shape the Future of Rail and Transit

At Parsons, we design and deliver the infrastructure that keeps communities moving. As a global leader in rail and transit solutions, we work on some of the most complex and high-impact transportation programs in the world — helping our clients deliver systems that are safe, reliable, efficient, and ready for the future.

We are looking for a Communications Systems Engineer – Systems Networks to join our Rail & Transit team in Burnaby, Canada. You will be supporting major transit projects across Western Canada and beyond. If you are excited by complex systems, emerging technologies, and the opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle — from design through commissioning — this could be the role for you

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will contribute to the design and deployment of advanced transit communications and network systems that support command, control, and operational readiness across mass transit environments.

Your responsibilities will include:

Designing communications systems, including:fibre-optic cabling systemscopper cabling systemsoperational IP-based voice and data networksanalog voice systems

Preparing technical and engineering documentation such as:design plansinterface control documentsspecificationsinstallation drawingsengineering analysestest plans and reports

Supporting procurement activities, including:technical specificationsvendor evaluationssupplier coordinationpost-award technical support

Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including:fixed facilitiestrackworkPS&Dguidewayclientsarchitectscode consultantsauthorities having jurisdictionmajor suppliers

Supporting field installation, testing, troubleshooting, and construction activities

Assisting with commissioning and start-up of mass transit communications systems

Supporting customer training and preparing operations and maintenance manuals

Collaborating with project engineering and test teams to ensure systems engineering alignment throughout the project lifecycle

Traveling as needed to support projects and proposals

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a technically strong, collaborative engineer who can work effectively across disciplines and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Required 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 and experience in at least two of the following:

IP networksphone systemsfiber optic distribution systemsstructured cabling solutions

P.Eng designation
, or the ability to obtain professional accreditation in British Columbia

Understanding of formal systems engineering processes and methodologies

Familiarity with:

RAM principlessystems safety principles

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment and independently when needed

Strong computer skills, including proficiency with:

Microsoft Word Excel Visio

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in both a design office environment and hands-on field or installation support roles

Why Join Parsons

At Parsons, you’ll work on projects that matter — projects that improve mobility, strengthen communities, and create lasting impact. You’ll be part of a collaborative team solving complex engineering challenges with innovative tools and a systems-focused approach.

We offer the opportunity to work on transformational transit programs, grow your technical expertise, and contribute to solutions that shape the future of transportation across Canada.

This 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 the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve…