Posted 6 months ago
Safety Assurance Senior Engineer – Rail & Transit
@ Hedgehog Technologies Inc.
Burnaby, British Columbia
Overview
Hedgehog Technologies Inc. is hiring a Safety Assurance Senior Engineer for rail and transit projects across Canada and North America. The role leads hazard identification, risk assessment and safety assurance deliverables aligned with CENELEC and Canadian regulatory frameworks, and requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and P.Eng eligibility. The posting states a competitive base salary, comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, and a professional development budget.
Responsibilities:
- Lead hazard identification, risk assessment and safety requirement allocation
- Produce and review safety plans, safety cases and hazard logs
- Ensure compliance with CENELEC standards and CMREA
- Contribute to independent safety assessment and system assurance audits
- Coordinate safety requirements with clients, suppliers and regulators
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
- P.Eng designation or eligibility in a Canadian province
- 10+ years in rail safety assurance or RAMS engineering for senior roles
- Experience with CENELEC EN 50126/8/9 and CSM-RA
- Experience in ISA, auditing or compliance activities
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | P.Eng |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering |
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Hedgehog Technologies Inc.
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Practical solutions for complex visions. Specialized in electrical, mechanical, and risk management.
Full company description
Hedgehog Technologies is an award-winning consulting engineering firm founded in 2001. We specialize in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and risk management, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto. Our diverse team of engineers, project managers, and safety experts deliver solutions that shape industries and strengthen communities worldwide. As TÜV Rheinland-certified Functional Safety Engineers, we are trusted to design and commission some of the world’s most complex, safety-critical, and mission-critical systems. Our portfolio spans amusement rides, transportation infrastructure, industrial automation, renewable energy, and product innovation—projects that consistently push the boundaries of engineering possibility. We also bring clean, reliable power to remote Indigenous communities, building sustainable renewable energy and microgrid systems that support long-term resilience. What sets Hedgehog apart is our culture of bold innovation and our ability to solve problems that others cannot. We thrive on complexity, partnering with clients where safety, reliability, and performance are non-negotiable. With a global impact reaching cities and communities around the world, Hedgehog Technologies is more than a consulting firm. We are your partner in engineering a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future. Visit us at www.hedgehogtech.com
- LinkedIn followers
- 3,546
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 26
- Reported office locations
- 3001 Wayburne Dr, Unit 275, Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 4W3, CA
- 300-160 Quarry Park Blvd SE, Calgary, Alberta T2C 3G3, CA
- 200 Bay St., North Tower Suite 1200, Toronto, Ontario M5J 2J2, CA
- Business categories
- Renewable Energy
- Public Safety
- Energy
- Project Management
- Other recorded names
- Hedgehog Technologies Inc.
- Hedgehog Technologies
- Specialties
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Functional Safety Engineering
- TÜV Rheinland
- Risk Management
- Industrial Automation
- Control System Design
- Safety-critical Systems
- System Integration
- Renewable Energy
- Project Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Community Engagement
- Indigenous Relations
- Amusement Rides
- Owner's Engineer
- Product Development
- Transportation
- and Innovation
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Hedgehog Technologies is an award-winning consulting engineering firm founded in 2001. We specialize in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and risk management, with offices in Vancouver, Calgary, and Toronto. Our diverse team of engineers, project managers, and safety experts deliver solutions that shape industries and strengthen communities worldwide. As TÜV Rheinland-certified Functional Safety…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Burnaby, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringFunctional Safety EngineeringTÜV RheinlandRisk ManagementIndustrial AutomationControl System DesignSafety-critical SystemsSystem IntegrationRenewable Energy |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
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Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Safety Assurance Engineer– Rail & Transit to lead and deliver safety and risk assurance activities across complex rail and transit projects in Canada and North America.
The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and implementing safety assurance strategies aligned with CENELEC standards and Canadian regulatory frameworks (including CMREA), supporting major rail programmes.
This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to engage clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary project teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead safety assurance activities, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and allocation of safety requirements
- Support the development and delivery of safety assurance strategies across rail and transit projects
- Produce and/or review safety assurance deliverables, including Safety Plans, Safety Cases, Hazard Logs, and related documentation
- Undertake hazard identification and risk assessment activities (e.g. HAZID, HAZOP, risk workshops)
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and client requirements – including CENELEC standards and Canadian regulatory frameworks (including CMREA)
- Establish and define safety requirements across all railway system disciplines, including civil, architectural, electrical, mechanical, hardware, and software
- Contribute to Independent Safety Assessment (ISA) or Independent Competent Person (ICP) activities, where applicable
- Support system integration, testing, validation, and commissioning activities from a safety perspective
- Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, suppliers, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure effective communication and coordination of safety requirements
- Engage with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to support successful project delivery
- Contribute to System Assurance Audits and support continuous improvement through the application of lessons learned and industry best practices
- Provide technical input and assurance across different subsystems and disciplines as required
Qualifications
- Minimum a bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
- P.Eng designation or eligibility for certification in a Canadian province (or equivalent)
Desirable Competencies and Experience
- Experience in rail and transit safety assurance across one or more disciplines (e.g. signalling – CBTC/ETCS desirable, infrastructure, rolling stock, electrification, operations & maintenance)
- 10+ years of experience in rail safety assurance or RAMS engineering (for senior/principal roles)
- Familiarity with relevant safety standards and frameworks (e.g. CENELEC EN 50126/8/9, CSM-RA, CMREA, IEC standards, or equivalent)
- Experience in Independent Safety Assessment (ISA), auditing, or compliance activities
- Involvement in independent quality activities such as witnessing, trial running, testing, validation, or verification
- Understanding of system safety lifecycle and hazard management processes
- Experience working within the Canadian rail industry is advantageous, but not essential
Key Competencies and Experience
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Analytical and problem-solving capability
- Organized, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
- Proven leadership skills with a team spirit and a passion for safety
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Professional development budget.
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