System Specialist I, Operations System

Marketing Statement

A career at TransLink and our family of companies means working with people with a wide range of skills and perspectives, all teaming up towards a common goal: preserving and enhancing the region's world-envied quality of life. Together, we connect the region and enhance its livability by providing a sustainable transit and transportation network, embraced by our communities and people.

At TransLink we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings.

Looking for a great place to work where your contributions are valued and you can make a difference in a vibrant city? At TransLink, one of BC’s Top Employers, you'll help make Metro Vancouver a better place to live, built on transportation excellence. Put your future in motion!

Responsibilities

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Provides full working level of engineering expertise to integrated system-related projects that support transportation service delivery in an integrated, multi-modal environment.

Leads integrated system projects of smaller scope, and risk, and/or assists on assigned elements of projects involving moderate to large scope and higher risk.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Conducts and/or leads the integrated system design elements of projects and/or maintenance activities for existing systems to address performance/availability risks.

Works through project life cycle (definition, design, test, commissioning, and warranty) providing input and feedback to internal/external stakeholders. Includes review of supplier documentation, preparation and execution of test plans, and following up with anomalies and issues.

Participates in troubleshooting to establish systems that meet service level quality standards.

Works with operations staff and engineers, participating in development and documentation of designs and related manuals to facilitate system operations related to transit infrastructure efficiencies.

Provides technical advice, analyses and designs to resolve system and safety issues, develop robust and reliable solutions, and to review related design, test and as-built documentation provided by others.

Assesses and communicates technical impacts, and implication of operational decisions and needs to internal/external stakeholders.

Represents TransLink's interests at project related meetings with our subsidiaries and other stakeholders. Participates in development of long range plans and studies to assess system-related transportation infrastructure requirements.

Participates in definition and review of supplier change scope and related quotations to enable best value to be delivered in terms of time, quality and price.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The requirements for this position would be acquired through a degree in electrical, civil, computer science or systems engineering, including a P.Eng. designation or eligibility to be registered with APEGBC, and 3 years’ experience in an engineering environment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Solid knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts and practices of system engineering, including the application of principles related to conceptual design, requirements definition, design, design review, testing and project management.

Solid analytical skills to identify, assess and provide input/recommendations related to the design, delivery and operation of integrated systems and to understand and manage project-related risks and opportunities in an integrated, multi-disciplinary environment.

Solid interpersonal and communication skills to build trust by consulting and liaising with others and applying a team approach as needed to achieve solutions; and also to write and deliver comments, procedures, reports and presentations.?

Solid decision-making skills with the ability to work independently to make recommendations/resolve system engineering and project-related issues, and to make recommendations on priorities.

Familiarity with TransLink’s existing systems is preferred

Other Information

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Hybrid

This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $91,840 - $137,760 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner of the page or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.

INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.

Posting Date: March 5, 2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TransLink is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca.