Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,635
Employers: 1,446

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $103,989Across 633 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $47.90Across 54 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $126,788Across 29 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 2%107 listings
Hybrid: 37%1,704 listings
On-site: 61%2,817 listings

Not specified: <1% (7 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (263), Stantec (137), AtkinsRéalis (132).

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

Engineering & architecture jobs in Canada

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Senior Product Designer
Loblaw Companies Limited
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Mercer Celgar
Castlegar, BC
- Full-time
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Electrical Engineer, Buildings
WSP in Canada
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Buildings
WSP in Canada
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Buildings
WSP in Canada
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
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Electrical Engineer, Buildings
WSP in Canada
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
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Staff Product Designer, Login and MFA (Auth0)
Okta
Toronto, ON
- $140,000 to $192,500 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Senior Product Designer
Nurun
Toronto, ON
- $95,000 to $115,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Senior Director of Engineering, International
Clio
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Engineering to lead the success of Clio's product suite across international markets, with a primary focus on the UKI, APAC, Canada, and an…
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Senior Industrial Designer
Sidekick
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior (Revit) Architectural Technologist
IPS-Integrated Project Services
Vaughan, ON
- Full-time
At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of…
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Water Resources Engineer
Stantec
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Director of Engineering
Lantern
Vancouver, BC
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Senior Mining Engineer
JDS Energy & Mining
Calgary, AB
The Senior Mining Engineer will support Project Managers by completing open pit and underground mine engineering, design, planning, and operating and capital cost estimation. The Senior…
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Water Resources Engineer EIT-Mining
Stantec
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Civil Engineer – Talent Pool (Future Opportunities Across Canada)
Protecnium
Canada
- Full-time
Protecnium is an international firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently building a Talent Pool of Civil Engineers for future…
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Land Surveyor – Talent Pool (Future Opportunities Across Canada)
Protecnium
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Land Surveyor – Talent Pool (Future Opportunities Across Canada)
Protecnium
Canada
- Full-time
Protecnium is an international firm specializing in engineering and technical services (www.protecnium.com/en). We are currently building a Talent Pool of Land Surveyors for future…
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Senior Geotechnical Engineer
McElhanney
Terrace, BC
- Full-time
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a…
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Mid Level Electrical Engineer (Power)
Carollo Engineers
Burnaby, BC
- $110,000 to $140,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater,…
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Forensic Structural Engineer, P.Eng
EFI Global
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and…
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Electrical Technician
Horizon Aircraft
Kawartha Lakes, ON · Lindsay, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Product Designer
AssemblyAI
Canada
- $180,000 to $240,000 USD / year
- Full-time
…should have a strong design background paired with real frontend engineering ability, and be deeply interested in what exceptional product design looks…
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Engineering Manager
Augment
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Intermediate Municipal Engineer
Hazen and Sawyer
Calgary, AB
- Full-time

GFT.

Senior Systems Safety Engineer

Edmonton, AB, Canada
777 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Mississauga, ON, Canada
Toronto, ON, Canada

The salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $163,000.00. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: The salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $163,000.00.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Aug 25, 2027
Experience: 15+ years of experience in system safety engineering.
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 25, 2026

Original job description

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.

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.

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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More about this job

Responsibilities

The Senior Systems Safety Engineer leads safety assurance, hazard management, and certification activities for major rail transit projects. They serve as a technical authority, interfacing with clients and regulators while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related STEM discipline, with a P.Eng. designation being highly desirable. The role requires over 15 years of experience in system safety engineering and proficiency in IEC 61508 or EN 50126 standards.

Skills

Systems safety engineering
Hazard management
Safety assurance
Regulatory compliance
RAM principles
Safety certification
Risk assessment
Safety cases
Systems engineering
Stakeholder management
Technical leadership
Multidisciplinary team management
IEC 61508
EN 50126
Business development

Benefits

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

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Systems Safety Engineering
Rail Transit
Hazard Identification
Risk Assessment
Safety Case
Safety Assurance
RAMS
IEC 61508
EN 50126
Regulatory Compliance
P.Eng.
Infrastructure
Transportation
Systems Engineering
Stakeholder Management
Technical Authority
Safety Management
AEC Firm
Multimodal Roadway Systems
Independent Safety Assessment

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