Senior Rail Operations Advisor (Train Simulation Modeling)

Metrolinx

Job Location:

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

What will I be doing

- Conducting rail network analyses studies computer simulation model development or modification and technical report generation to address a wide range of operating infrastructure and performance issues.
- Perform operational analysis using historical data scenario models and rail network design.
- Validating system requirements through operational analysis and rail network planning.
- Incorporating Network service growth and future expansion alternative models identifying infrastructure requirements and constraints.
- Conducting analysis of results and identifies trends in rail scheduling issues and recommends efficiencies to methodologies and processes for network expansion service delivery and cost improvements as related to service expansion and construction activities.
- Reviewing proposals for additional service increases and infrastructure projects and analyzes risk to rail operations and customer satisfaction by contributing to the development of rail service recovery plans.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

Demonstrated years s of post-secondary education preferably engineering computer science transportation planning or similar field.
Demonstrated years progressively related experience in commuter rail operations traffic simulation transportation engineering or another appropriate logistical function or a combination of education and experience considered equivalent will be considered.
Knowledge of the Canadian Railway Operating Rules would be an asset.
Knowledge of OpenTrack Rail Traffic Controller (RTC) or equivalent rail network simulation software would be an asset.
Programming experience (Python R JavaScript VBA etc) would be an asset.
Good oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in data management and quantitative analysis.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel PowerPoint)

Dont Meet Every Requirement

If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

Metrolinx is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are also committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point during the hiring process please contact us at: or email

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time-sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate.

For Internal applicants with the recent implementation of the Internal Mobility Policy the internal recruitment process has changed for non-union roles. Candidates must be in their current role for 12 months prior to applying for another role and each applicant must be in good standing (not participating in a Performance Improvement Plan). Please review all provisions of the policybefore submitting your application.

Should it be determined that any background information provided is misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

DescriptionMetrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Tor...