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VIA Rail Canada

Sr. Advisor - Legacy Fleet , Electrical Engineering

Montreal, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 30, 2026
Experience: 10+ years of experience in the rail industry (or similar sector).
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

Original job description

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.

Why Join VIA Rail?

At VIA Rail, we are shaping the future of sustainable rail transportation in Canada. As an Electrical Engineering Expert, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and modernization of our fleet, leveraging your expertise to support strategic projects that impact millions of travelers every year.

What VIA Rail Offers

We believe our employees are our greatest strength. Here’s what you’ll find at VIA Rail:

Competitive salary and performance bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit pension plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous paid time off and flexible schedules
Exclusive travel discounts for you and your family
Professional development and continuous training opportunities
A culture focused on diversity, inclusion, and sustainability

Your Role

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager, you will serve as the reference point for electrical rolling stock and control software. You will oversee technical support for the Rolling Stock Maintenance (RSM) teams responsible for VIA Rail’s legacy fleet, while guiding Technical Services (TS) to ensure:

Alignment with best practices
Regulatory compliance
Selection of optimal materials and processes
Definition and verification of technical requirements

Your leadership will be exercised through influence, fostering collaboration, transparency, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise for Maintenance Teams

Provide advanced support for maintenance and product improvements related to electrical components and control software.
Diagnose complex failures and recommend sustainable solutions.

Strategic Advice and Technical Oversight

Supervise specialists and technical advisors, ensuring project alignment with VIA Rail’s objectives.
Monitor the impact of changes to maintenance programs and recommend adjustments.

Quality and Compliance

Approve technical documents related to electrical work and software.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

Representation and Communication

Act as an ambassador for Technical Services with internal and external stakeholders.
Actively participate in strategic meetings, committees, and planning initiatives.

Innovation and Project Development

Contribute to defining new projects, drafting scopes of work, and conducting design reviews.
Identify and implement initiatives to improve efficiency and reliability of electrical systems.

Health and Safety

Support initiatives aimed at protecting our teams and operations.
Ensure project compliance with rail safety standards.

Leadership Through Influence

Promote cross-functional collaboration and transparent communication.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professionalism.

Requirements

University degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
10+ years of experience in the rail industry (or similar sector).
Member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
Expertise in electrical components, control software, and related regulations.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Bilingual (French and English).

Ready to Move Canada Forward?

Apply today and help shape the future of rail transportation with VIA Rail.

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

Join our 3,000 other employees in helping provide Canadians with a safe, accessible, environmentally sustainable way to travel!

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Responsibilities

Provide expert technical support and oversight for electrical systems and control software across VIA Rail’s legacy fleet, including diagnosing complex failures, guiding maintenance teams, and ensuring technical and regulatory compliance. Lead and advise specialists, contribute to project development and design reviews, represent Technical Services with stakeholders, and promote safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Requires a university degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification, at least 10 years of experience in the rail industry or a similar sector, and membership in the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec. Candidates must have expertise in electrical components, control software, and relevant regulations, along with strong leadership and communication skills and bilingual proficiency in French and English.

Skills

Electrical Engineering
Rail Rolling Stock
Electrical Components
Control Software
Failure Diagnosis
Technical Support
Maintenance Program Oversight
Regulatory Compliance
Technical Requirements
Quality Assurance
Project Development
Design Reviews
Leadership
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Communication
Rail Safety

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Performance Bonuses
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Schedules
Travel Discounts
Professional Development
Continuous Training

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Keywords

Electrical Engineering
Rail Transportation
Legacy Fleet
Rolling Stock
Electrical Components
Control Software
Rolling Stock Maintenance
Technical Services
Failure Diagnosis
Maintenance Programs
Technical Requirements
Regulatory Compliance
Technical Documentation
Quality Assurance
Materials Selection
Work Processes
Project Scopes
Design Reviews
Reliability Improvement
Rail Safety Standards
Technical Oversight
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Continuous Improvement
French
English

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