Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 21, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,710
Employers: 1,496

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $104,619Across 712 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $45.84Across 55 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $140,153Across 35 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%112 listings
Hybrid: 36%1,688 listings
On-site: 62%2,900 listings

Not specified: <1% (10 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (234), Egis Group (137), Stantec (130).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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GFT
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Senior Systems Safety Engineer
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Vancouver, BC
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GFT

Systems Safety Engineer

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Pay: The salary range for this position is $97,000.00 - $144,000.00.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Sep 24, 2026
Experience: 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 25, 2026

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Original job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Systems Safety Engineer to join our Practice or CBG Team our 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 the supervision of a Senior Systems Safety Engineer or Systems Assurance Manager, the Safety Engineer supports the execution of system safety, safety assurance, and safety certification activities during the concept, design, construction, testing, commissioning, operation, and maintenance phases of commuter, light rail, metro, and heavy rail transit projects.

The Systems Safety Engineer develops and reviews safety analyses, hazard management documentation, safety cases, and assurance evidence while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams. The candidate should possess a solid understanding of rail system safety principles, risk management processes, and applicable industry standards, together with strong technical writing and communication skills. Familiarity with RAM concepts is expected.

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

Support development and maintenance of Hazard Logs.
Support System Hazard Analysis (SHA), Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), Operating and Support Hazard Analysis (OSHA), Interface Hazard Analysis (IHA), and related safety studies.
Assist in development and review of Safety Cases and Safety Assurance Reports.
Support verification and validation of safety requirements.
Review contractor safety deliverables and provide technical comments.
Support implementation of safety certification programs.
Assist in development of project safety requirements and safety plans.
Participate in design reviews, risk workshops, and hazard review meetings.
Support safety audits and assessments.
Coordinate with RAM, Systems Engineering, and Integration teams to ensure consistency of project assurance activities.
Assist proposal development and technical pursuits.
Follow company quality, safety, environmental, and project management procedures.

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or related STEM discipline.
Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in Canada

What We Prefer You Bring:

8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
Familiarity with CENELEC EN 50126, EN 50129, EN 50716, CSA R114, or MIL-STD-882.
Understanding of hazard identification and risk assessment methodologies.
Understanding of rail systems and systems engineering principles.
Familiarity with RAM concepts and their relationship to safety performance.
Strong technical writing and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary project environments.

Compensation:

The salary range for this position is $97,000.00 - $144,000.00. 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: Ontario, Alberta or British Colombia.

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 Systems Safety Engineer supports safety assurance and certification activities across all phases of rail transit projects. Key duties include developing hazard logs, performing safety analyses, and reviewing contractor safety deliverables.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and eligibility for Professional Engineer registration in Canada. Preference is given to candidates with 8+ years of experience and familiarity with CENELEC or MIL-STD safety standards.

Skills

Systems Safety Engineering
Hazard Management
Risk Management
Safety Certification
Technical Writing
RAM Concepts
Hazard Analysis
Safety Case Development
Verification and Validation
Safety Auditing
Systems Engineering
Rail System Safety

Benefits

Hybrid work environment
Wellness programs
Parental leave
Pet insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid-time-off (PTO) accrual
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development
Internal and external training programs
Incentive compensation

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Keywords

CENELEC EN 50126
EN 50129
EN 50716
CSA R114
MIL-STD-882
System Hazard Analysis (SHA)
Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA)
Operating and Support Hazard Analysis (OSHA)
Interface Hazard Analysis (IHA)
RAM
Safety Case
Safety Assurance Reports
Rail Transit
Light Rail
Metro
Heavy Rail
Multimodal Roadway Systems
STEM
Professional Engineer
Risk Assessment

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