Transportation Engineer

Career Opportunities: Transportation Engineer (13553)

Requisition ID 13553 - Posted 08/14/2026 - Transportation Planning and Engineering (20000712) - Project Development and Planning (30000013) - Job Opportunity

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JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 13553

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Transportation Planning and Engineering (20000712) - Project Development and Planning (30000013)

Salary Information: $100,318.40 - $125,434.40

Pay Scale Group: 09SA (CAN/S/J/09SA)

Employment Type: Regular

New or Existing Vacancy: New (Hybrid)

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday & Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: August 13, 2026

Last Day to Apply: August 27, 2026

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America''s third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC's legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Engineer manages transportation engineering projects and assignments by researching, planning and implementing operational improvements to the transportation network that benefit the public transit system in the City of Toronto. Undertakes a variety of research, analysis and implementation assignments to support the Operations Planning Section activities.

What You Will Do

You will investigate and resolve operational problems on surface routes by applying knowledge of traffic signal systems and traffic engineering principles related to traffic flow, road design/geometry, traffic gaps and queuing theories for safe bus operation, etc.

You will represent the department and the TTC as technical specialist on complex internal and external studies, design/application specifics and transit priority applications.

You are required to keep abreast of technological advances in Transportation Engineering.

As a technical specialist with respect to transit priority applications, advise City Transportation Services staff as to the optimum design/application.

As the incumbent, you will conduct and/or review transit/traffic impact analyses associated with new developments and make conclusions/recommendations.

You will analyze intersections being considered for transit priority and project the level of benefit that would result.

You will liaise with internal staff and with a variety of external departments and agencies (e.g. City Transportation Services, Waterfront Toronto and Metrolinx) regarding transportation engineering issues affecting the TTC (e.g. the City and TTC's RapidTO for existing and future RapidTO corridors).

The incumbent will monitor traffic enforcement, and other traffic related matters which impact TTC services.

You will prepare various reports, memos and letters associated with the work. Attend public meetings and make presentations as required.

You will review computer simulation of complex intersections with a view to determine the best signal operation/geometric design for transit vehicles.

You will identify general priority measures for transit in the City of Toronto (e.g. bus and streetcar queue jump and/or dedicated lanes).

You will set up, and analyze, the results of Speed and Delay studies to identify problem locations and recommend possible courses of action.

In addition to the above, you will promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC''s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC''s policies and participate in the TTC''s Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• University degree in Civil Engineering, or the equivalent, combined with several years of directly related experience
• Must be registered (or eligible to be registered within 2 years*) as a licenced Professional Engineer in Ontario. (Candidates not licenced as a Professional Engineer will be considered, however salary will be commensurate with experience and candidate will be hired as a Transportation Engineer in Training until a P.Eng. licence is acquired).
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.
• Sound knowledge of civil engineering principles, methods and practices, specifically in Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning
• Excellent analytical skills; and knowledge of research methods and techniques
• Sound judgement; and well developed technical, problem solving, interpersonal, communication and report writing skills
• Proficient in the use of a PC and computer applications and systems related to the work, including HCS and/or Synchro intersection analyses software
• Experience with Macro, Meso and Microsimulation software would be an asset.
• Understanding of the City of Toronto's traffic signal and roadway design standards including but not limited to traffic signal design, roadway design, and cycling facilities design.

Skills

Apply analytical skills

Perform relevant mathematical calculations and statistical analyses

Gather information and conduct research

Use office technology, software and applications

Provide specialized consultation

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging, representation and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570 or Jobs@ttc.ca . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC's hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 13553

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Transportation Planning and Engineering (20000712) - Project Development and Planning (30000013)

Salary Information: $100,318.40 - $125,434.40

Pay Scale Group: 09SA (CAN/S/J/09SA)

Employment Type: Regular

New or Existing Vacancy: New (Hybrid)

Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday & Sunday Shift: Day

Posted On: August 13, 2026

Last Day to Apply: August 27, 2026

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), North America''s third largest transit system and recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA has introduced its new 2024-2028 TTC Corporate Plan - Moving Toronto, Connecting Communities which continues the TTC's legacy of delivering service to hundreds of millions of customers a year. The TTC's new vision and mission statements also help promote the many environmental, social equity and economic benefits that the TTC provides:

Vision: Moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable, and prosperous future.

Mission: To serve the needs of transit riders by providing a safe, reliable, efficient, and accessible mass public transit service through a seamless integrated network to create access to opportunity for everyone.

The full Plan can be viewed on ttc.ca.

Career Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Engineer manages transportation engineering projects and assignments by researching, planning and implementing operational improvements to the transportation network that benefit the public transit system in the City of Toronto. Undertakes a variety of research, analysis and implementation assignments to support the Operations Planning Section activities.

What You Will Do

You will investigate and resolve operational problems on surface routes by applying knowledge of traffic signal systems and traffic engineering principles related to traffic flow, road design/geometry, traffic gaps and queuing theories for safe bus operation, etc.

You will represent the department and the TTC as technical specialist on complex internal and external studies, design/application specifics and transit priority applications.

You are required to keep abreast of technological advances in Transportation Engineering.

As a technical specialist with respect to transit priority applications, advise City Transportation Services staff as to the optimum design/application.

As the incumbent, you will conduct and/or review transit/traffic impact analyses associated with new developments and make conclusions/recommendations.

You will analyze intersections being considered for transit priority and project the level of benefit that would result.

You will liaise with internal staff and with a variety of external departments and agencies (e.g. City Transportation Services, Waterfront Toronto and Metrolinx) regarding transportation engineering issues affecting the TTC (e.g. the City and TTC's RapidTO for existing and future RapidTO corridors).

The incumbent will monitor traffic enforcement, and other traffic related matters which impact TTC services.

You will prepare various reports, memos and letters associated with the work. Attend public meetings and make presentations as required.

You will review computer simulation of complex intersections with a view to determine the best signal operation/geometric design for transit vehicles.

You will identify general priority measures for transit in the City of Toronto (e.g. bus and streetcar queue jump and/or dedicated lanes).

You will set up, and analyze, the results of Speed and Delay studies to identify problem locations and recommend possible courses of action.

In addition to the above, you will promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of inclusive and accessible policies, programs and/or services for employees and customers in accordance with TTC''s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC''s policies and participate in the TTC''s Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• University degree in Civil Engineering, or the equivalent, combined with several years of directly related experience
• Must be registered (or eligible to be registered within 2 years*) as a licenced Professional Engineer in Ontario. (Candidates not licenced as a Professional Engineer will be considered, however salary will be commensurate with experience and candidate will be hired as a Transportation Engineer in Training until a P.Eng. licence is acquired).
• Must have or rapidly acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code and Related Orders including disability accommodation and accessibility requirements pertaining to passengers and employees.
• Sound knowledge of civil engineering principles, methods and practices, specifically in Traffic Engineering and Transportation Planning
• Excellent analytical skills; and knowledge of research methods and techniques
• Sound judgement; and well developed technical, problem solving, interpersonal, communication and report writing skills
• Proficient in the use of a PC and computer applications and systems related to the work, including HCS and/or Synchro intersection analyses software
• Experience with Macro, Meso and Microsimulation software would be an asset.
• Understanding of the City of Toronto's traffic signal and roadway design standards including but not limited to traffic signal design, roadway design, and cycling facilities design.

Skills

Apply analytical skills

Perform relevant mathematical calculations and statistical analyses

Gather information and conduct research

Use office technology, software and applications

Provide specialized consultation

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging, representation and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
• A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
• Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues' well-being.

Commitment to EDI

The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570 or Jobs@ttc.ca . Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

General Prohibition in Hiring Process

The TTC is also committed to a fair hiring process based on job related qualifications, merit, and abilities. You are expected to write your own materials and provide your own qualifications and experiences during the hiring process. The TTC will not tolerate the use of artificial intelligence or external resources in any of your submissions or responses, or the disclosure of interview questions to others. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

• The use of any artificial intelligence (AI) tool including, but not limited to, ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to generate or produce any information or materials to be submitted or any response to any assessment question or any interview question, is prohibited.
• All information and materials you submit, including resume, cover letter, and assessment responses, are your own original work without the use of any AI tool
• During any interview, your response to any interview question is your own without the use or assistance of any AI tool or any person.
• You will not disseminate or disclose to any person any interview question.

Should you breach the prohibition of AI tool use, or information dissemination or disclosure, you will be in violation of TTC's hiring process and TTC may withdraw your application and may prohibit you from participation in the TTC hiring process.

Relatives of TTC Employees

The TTC's policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.