Designer, Communications

Career Opportunity

Looking for a new and exciting opportunity? We are looking for a Designer, Communications to join our team!

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Senior Design Engineer, Communications, you will provide expertise in design services associated with the various maintenance, alteration and rehabilitation work carried out on the communications, mechanical or electrical systems of the TTC's various facilities. You will perform duties in preparing designs, drawings, estimates, material lists, specifications, standards, policies, work methods, test procedures, designs and schedules for new installations, rehabilitation projects and emergency work.

Other responsibilities of your role will include:

• Providing expertise in relation to design work associated with the TTC's communications and other systems such as Train Door Monitoring, analog and digital CCTV systems, Access Control Systems and associated networks.
• Preparing drawings, estimates, material lists, specifications, standards, policies, work methods, test procedures, designs and schedules for new installations, rehabilitation and emergency work.
• Solving design problems using standard procedures and/or modifications, conducting independent studies and analyses as well as preparing interpretations and conclusions using recognized standards.
• Checking electrical designs and assisting in the overall coordination of projects prepared/conducted by external consultants.
• Providing design support and guidance to maintenance staff during and outside of normal working hours on a 24-hour basis as required and tracking all assigned engineering deliverables.
• Preparing work plans, reports and recommendations for individual contracts.
• Investigating, evaluating and testing new, existing or proposed communications systems and components and providing reports and recommendations for the utilization, modification, etc. of such systems.

As a TTC employee, you will promote a respectful work and service environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and is free from harassment and discrimination. You will provide 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. You will also participate in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.

What Skills Do You Bring?

• Manage projects
• Apply analytical skills
• Demonstrate specialized expertise and knowledge in the assigned field
• Plan and organize activities / projects to meet section and organizational goals
• Communicate in a variety of mediums

What Qualifications Do You Bring?

• Your educational background will consist of the completion of a post-secondary college diploma or university degree in a related discipline (i.e. Electrical Engineering) or a combination of education, training and experience deemed to be equivalent.
• Your application will demonstrate several years of directly related experience.
• Registration with or working towards PEO status with the Professional Engineers of Ontario is considered an asset.
• Your experience in the application of electrical engineering principles, methods and practices will benefit you in this role.
• Your application will also reveal your experience with conducting communications related tests and interpreting the results.
• Your knowledge of communications equipment, electronic testing equipment, computers, and vital on-line applications and other associated equipment utilized, maintained and rehabilitated by the Communications Engineering section will contribute to your success in this role.
• You will have sound judgement and well-developed technical, analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, verbal communication and technical report writing skills.
• In addition, you will be computer literate with a strong knowledge of personal computers and computerized applications related to the work (e.g. MS Office, MS Word, Excel, etc.)
• Your application will demonstrate your experience with CADD systems (preferably MicroStation CADD).
• You will be familiar with the applicable codes, practices and standards. Additionally, you will possess knowledge of the Commission's communication systems as well as the various functions carried out by the S/E/C Department.

What We Offer

• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
• 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. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.