Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Engineer

What is the role?

As an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Engineer at LEA Consulting Ltd., you will lead and manage projects that advance transportation infrastructure through innovative ITS solutions. This position involves systems planning, design, and field inspections, while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. You will be responsible for the preparation of designs, drawings, project specifications, cost estimates, system inspections, and quality assurance while collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams. Senior Engineer responsibilities include acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), mentoring staff, and driving technical innovations. With a focus on growth and expertise, you will also identify new opportunities, support proposal development, and contribute to the company's dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

Why join LEA?

LEA is an employee-owned engineering consulting firm, with a history of 70 years. We provide engineering consulting services in the areas of Transportation, Civil, Structures, Construction Administration, Electrical and Infrastructure Systems, and Environmental Management.

We have a history of delivering high-quality, widely known projects in the Transportation Practice Area, including Transportation Planning, Traffic Engineering, Transportation Design, Intelligent Transportation Systems and Infrastructure Security Systems.

At LEA, we strive towards a common goal, which isself-realization and achieving the highest possible results. The company is fully owned by its employees andeveryones collective efforts directly contribute to the firms longstanding success.

Were confident that by Joining LEA, you can discover and realize your full career potential because LEA:

• Recruits high-performing, motivated individuals who strive to achieve the highest level of technical excellence and quality.
• Is an Employee-owned company and almost half of our employees are shareholders.
• Offers a competitive total compensation package of salary, substantial bonuses, benefits and other perks.
• Is continuously involved in many exciting and challenging projects throughout Ontario and around the world.
• Allows for a collaborative hybrid work environment with flexible hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Cultivates team camaraderie and collaboration, offering a variety of social events aimed at fostering relationships across the company including sports leagues, game nights, special events, and volunteer/charitable opportunities.
• Is an organization that is committed to achieving ourEnvironmental, Social & Governance objectives through our various committees.
• Prioritizes mentorship, training, and rotational assignments for knowledge advancement and career growth.
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit as an employee-owned company,with continuousgrowth and expansion taking part in meaningful projects.

In this role, your duties and responsibilitieswill include:

• Manage multiple projects from inception to completion; ensures that project deliverables are on schedule, and within the scope and budget.
• Lead the design and development of system drawings, including layout plans, communication and wiring schematics, and construction details.
• Lead and/or undertake the development of project specifications, quantity calculations, cost estimates, and reports.
• ParticipateinITS systems inspections, testing and commissioning.
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance processes are followed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review of designs, drawings and calculations prepared by other designers and engineers.
• Participate in conducting site visits, undertaking research, data collection/field surveys, data summary, and documenting observations to prepare reports relating to existing and new systems.
• When in a Senior role, Act as a Subject-Matter-Expert (SME); make recommendations on work methods and procedures and technical innovations.
• Manage and coordinate relationships with clients, stakeholders and third parties.
• Identify and develop new and existing opportunities with public and private sector clients, participate in proposal development and project budget planning.
• Mentor junior and intermediate staff and provide quality control of the works prepared by other teammates.
• Continuously enhance professional skills and knowledge through training, seminars, workshops, and involvement in professional associations to stay updated on industry trends, software, and technology.
• Manage other relevant assignments within the scope of the Transportation practice area.

The qualifications you need:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical, Civil, or Systems Engineering with (5-10) years of experience in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).
• Specialization in one or more ITS subsystems.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with the Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO), or with another licensing body in Canada.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification would be an asset.
• Familiar with Ministry of Transportation of Ontario ITS/Electrical design processes, specifications, details, and contract document preparation would be an asset.
• Good understanding of design and drafting software (AutoCAD and MicroStation).
• Proficient with MS Office products, including MS Project.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Interest in work across Canada, and internationally.
• Strategic and process-oriented, prefers to operate in a fast and dynamic environment.
• Team player, able to prioritize with good organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented, and good problem-solving skills.

The work arrangement:

LEA operates in a hybrid environment to ensure flexibility, safety, and the well-being of everyone.

LEA's Commitment to Inclusive Hiring and Equal Opportunity:

LEA Consulting Ltd. is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer, with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) embedded in all strategic planning and operational activities. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ2S individuals, persons with disabilities, and veterans, as part of our commitment to fair representation and equitable access to opportunities.

We evaluate all qualified candidates based on their skills and experiences, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

We provide an accessible work environment and accommodate the accessibility needs of candidates. For information or assistance, please contact hr@lea.ca.

We thank all applicants, and we appreciate your interest, however, only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Consider applying again once you see an opportunity that matches your experience and career interests. We encourage you to keep in touch and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.