System Safety Specialist, Rail & Transit

System Safety Specialist, Rail & Transit Job Description

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The Opportunity

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Help shape the future of rail and transit safety by contributing to projects that improve how people and communities move. As a System Safety Specialist
, you will support the development, documentation, and maintenance of safety processes that help multidisciplinary project teams identify hazards, assess risk, define safety requirements, and deliver safe, reliable, and compliant transportation systems.

This is a hybrid position with no travel requirements. The role is not client-facing and will primarily involve collaboration with internal design, Human Factors, RAM+S, and project teams.

Your Impact

• Support the development and maintenance of hazard management processes, Hazard Logs, risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and Safety Requirements.
• Collaborate with design, Human Factors, RAM+S, and other project teams to define, document, and track risk control actions and safety requirements.
• Assist with hazard identification and analysis activities using recognised approaches such as HAZID, SHA, FTA, FMECA, and risk matrices.
• Review safety evidence to help demonstrate compliance with applicable safety requirements, standards, and regulations.
• Contribute to the preparation of System Safety Reports, Safety Case artefacts, and related technical documentation.
• Apply relevant safety standards and regulations, including Transport Canada requirements, CSA R114:22 (CMREA), and EN 50126/50128/50129, throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strengthen project outcomes through clear technical writing, analytical thinking, and effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
• Help advance safe, dependable rail and transit systems that support communities and improve mobility.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, such as Functional Safety, Industrial, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or a related technical field.
• 2–5 years of experience in system, functional, or technical safety; internship or co-op experience may be considered.
• Competency in functional and technical safety, including familiarity with hazard identification and analysis.
• Experience or familiarity with qualitative, semi-quantitative, and quantitative risk assessment methods, including HAZID, SHA, FTA, FMECA, and risk matrices.
• Good technical writing, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to prepare clear safety documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Knowledge of Transport Canada regulations, CSA CMREA, and EN 50126/50128/50129 is considered an asset.
• Experience in rail and transit projects and eligibility for P.Eng. designation are considered assets.

Why Choose WSP?

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 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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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $85,100 - $112,800
MB & ON: $77,700 - $107,000
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $76,900 - $102,100

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,…