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Senior RAM Engineer
GFT
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
The Senior RAM Engineer should possess a working knowledge of safety assurance principles and understand the integration between RAM and Safety activities within a RAMS framework.
Added 1 month ago
Senior Systems Safety Engineer
GFT
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
GFT is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join our Practice or CBG Team our of either Ontario, Alberta, or British Colombia.
Added 1 month ago
Senior Systems Safety Engineer
GFT
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
GFT is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join our Practice or CBG Team our of either Ontario, Alberta, or British Colombia.
Added 1 month ago
Senior RAM Engineer
GFT
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
The Senior RAM Engineer should possess a working knowledge of safety assurance principles and understand the integration between RAM and Safety activities within a RAMS framework.
Added 1 month ago
Senior RAM Engineer
GFT
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
The Senior RAM Engineer should possess a working knowledge of safety assurance principles and understand the integration between RAM and Safety activities within a RAMS framework.
Added 1 month ago
Senior Systems Safety Engineer
GFT
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
GFT is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join our Practice or CBG Team our of either Ontario, Alberta, or British Colombia.
Added 21 days ago
Senior RAM Engineer
GFT
AB · Vancouver, BC · Mississauga, ON · Toronto, ON · Edmonton, AB
Full-time
The Senior RAM Engineer should possess a working knowledge of safety assurance principles and understand the integration between RAM and Safety activities within a RAMS framework.
Added 21 days ago
Senior Systems Safety Engineer
GFT
AB · Vancouver, BC · Mississauga, ON · Toronto, ON · Edmonton, AB
Full-time
GFT is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join our Practice or CBG Team out of either Ontario, Alberta, or British Colombia.
Added 1 month ago
Senior RAM Engineer
GFT.
Edmonton, AB · Vancouver, BC · Mississauga, ON · Toronto, ON
Full-time
The Senior RAM Engineer should possess a working knowledge of safety assurance principles and understand the integration between RAM and Safety activities within a RAMS framework.
Added 1 month ago
Senior Systems Safety Engineer
GFT.
Edmonton, AB · Vancouver, BC · Mississauga, ON · Toronto, ON
Full-time
GFT is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join our Practice or CBG Team out of either Ontario, Alberta, or British Colombia.
Added 1 month ago
Senior Signaling Engineer
Arup
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Given our growing business, Arup is looking for an accomplished Signaling & Train Control Senior Engineer based in our North Geography (Toronto, Canada). You will be a key member of Arup’s…
Added 1 month ago
RAM Specialist, Senior
Hitachi Rail
Toronto, ON
Full-time
The Senior RAM Specialist will also work under the guidance and mentorship of more senior team members to learn and perform RAM Engineering tasks and activities for CBTC systems. He/she…
Added 2 months ago
Senior Satellite Systems Designer - Payload Lead (Contingent)
Kepler Communications Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
Full-time
As a Senior Satellite Systems Designer / Engineer focused on Payload Management, you will serve as a key technical leader responsible for coordinating, integrating, and managing…
Added 2 months ago
RAM Specialist, Senior
Hitachi
Remote, Canada
Full-time · Remote
The Senior RAM Specialist will also work under the guidance and mentorship of more senior team members to learn and perform RAM Engineering tasks and activities for CBTC systems. He/she…
Added 3 months ago
Senior Satellite Systems Designer - Payload Lead
Kepler Communications
Toronto, ON
Full-time
As a Senior Satellite Systems Designer / Engineer focused on Payload Management, you will serve as a key technical leader responsible for coordinating, integrating, and managing…
Added 23 days ago
Technical Director
Aecon
Toronto, ON · Montreal, QC
…architectural, geotechnical, utilities, track, guideway, stations, systems, mechanical, electrical, communications, signaling, traction power, overhead catenary, tunnel systems, and related…
Added 4 months ago
Senior RAMS Lead
HDR
Kingston, Ontario
Full-time
We are seeking a Senior RAMS Lead, with a proven skillset in RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety) to join our rapidly growing Rail and Transit Systems Team.…
Added 4 months ago
Senior RAMS Lead
HDR
Kingston, Ontario
Full-time
We are seeking a Senior RAMS Lead, with a proven skillset in RAMS (Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, and Safety) to join our rapidly growing Rail and Transit Systems Team.…
Added 4 months ago
Senior SCADA Engineer
Hitachi
Remote, Canada
Full-time · Remote
Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Senior SCADA Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of…

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GFT

Senior Systems Safety Engineer

AB, Canada
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mississauga, ON, Canada
Toronto, ON, M5J 2T3, Canada
Edmonton, AB, Canada

Pay: The salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $163,000.00.
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 15+ years of experience in system safety engineering.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 6, 2026

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What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Senior Systems Safety Engineer to join our Practice or CBG Team out of either Ontario, Alberta, or British Colombia.

Working on the transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature transportation projects here.

What you’ll be challenged to do:

Under limited supervision, the Senior Safety Engineer independently leads safety assurance and safety certification activities for major rail transit projects. The individual serves as a technical authority on safety matters and provides leadership in hazard management, safety engineering, safety assurance, and regulatory compliance activities.

The Senior Safety Engineer should possess strong knowledge of safety engineering methodologies and a working understanding of RAM principles sufficient to coordinate integrated RAMS activities and interface effectively with RAM specialists.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Lead project safety programs and safety assurance activities.
Define project safety plans and safety management processes.
Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, and hazard management processes.
Lead preparation and review of Safety Cases and Safety Assurance Reports.
Act as technical lead for safety certification programs.
Establish safety requirements and acceptance criteria.
Interface directly with clients, regulators, assessors, and project stakeholders.
Lead contractor safety reviews and acceptance activities.
Ensure integration of safety activities with systems engineering, integration, testing, and RAM programs.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership.
Support business development and proposal activities.
Serve as trusted advisor on safety matters for clients and project teams.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related STEM discipline.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada highly desirable.

What we prefer you bring:

15+ years of experience in system safety engineering.
Experienced IEC 61508 and/or EN 50126 practitioner.
Skilled at dissecting complex stakeholder needs and articulating an assurance case based on reasoned logic and well-rounded judgement.
Experience leading the execution of safety management programmes, and supporting Independent Safety Assessments.
Working knowledge of RAM principles and RAM analyses.
Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $163,000.00. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life.

We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together, we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of GFT.

Location: ON, AB, or BC.

No relocation assistance will be provided for this position.

Local candidates will be given preference.

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Systems Safety Engineer will lead safety assurance and certification activities for major rail transit projects while serving as a technical authority. They are responsible for hazard management, safety planning, and ensuring regulatory compliance across multidisciplinary technical teams.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related STEM discipline, with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation being highly desirable. A minimum of 15 years of experience in system safety engineering and proficiency in IEC 61508 or EN 50126 standards is preferred.

Skills

System safety engineering
Hazard management
Safety assurance
Regulatory compliance
RAM principles
Safety certification
Risk assessment
Safety cases
Systems engineering
Stakeholder management
Technical leadership
Project management
Rail transit
IEC 61508
EN 50126

Benefits

Hybrid work environment
Wellness programs
Parental leave
Pet insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development support
Incentive compensation

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Keywords

System Safety Engineering
Rail Transit
Hazard Identification
Risk Assessment
Safety Assurance
Safety Certification
RAMS
IEC 61508
EN 50126
Safety Cases
Regulatory Compliance
Systems Engineering
P.Eng.
Transportation Infrastructure
Multimodal Roadway Systems
Stakeholder Management
Technical Leadership
AEC Firm
Infrastructure of Life
Independent Safety Assessments

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