Human Factors Specialist – ALTO - #231264

SYSTRA Canada is part of the SYSTRA group, an international consulting and engineering group, a world leader in the design of transport infrastructures. SYSTRA Canada is an engineering and consulting firm whose primary focus is to offer transportation solutions, whether for passengers or goods: feasibility studies of building a new railway line, increasing the capacity of the existing infrastructure, privatization of a railway.

Context

Join SYSTRA Canada in shaping the future of Canada with this impressive ALTO high-speed rail project connecting Quebec City to Toronto, the largest infrastructure project in Canada in generations.

The ALTO high-speed rail project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities, and stimulate economic growth.

Are you convinced that a more sustainable world is possible and that mobility is an integral part of thinking about the future of our planet? Come aboard with SYSTRA Canada and be part of the project that will revolutionize the railway industry in Canada!

Missions/Main Duties

As a Human Factors Specialist, you will contribute to the successful delivery of rail, transit, and telecommunications systems projects by supporting the integration of human factors principles throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver high-quality, practical solutions in line with recognized industry standards.

• Developing and maintaining Human Factors processes, methodologies, and documentation for rail and transit projects. Supporting the full delivery of Human Factors assignments for clients, including scope definition, cost estimating, proposal support, planning, and execution.
• Delivering Human Factors services that meet quality expectations, project schedules, budgets, and client requirements.
• Building strong working relationships across technical disciplines and internal teams to promote effective integration of Human Factors in project delivery.
• Providing expert Human Factors support to the rail industry, with a focus on usability, ergonomics, accessibility, and the interaction between people and systems.
• Collaborating with Systems Assurance, verification and validation, and requirements management teams in the delivery of mass transit, urban rail, and freight rail systems.
• Identifying opportunities to expand Human Factors services and support business growth with existing and prospective clients.
• Contributing to clear and proactive client communication throughout project delivery.
  
  

Profile/Skills

Education: Degree in Human Factors, Ergonomics, Applied Psychology, or another relevant discipline is required.

Professional certification in Human Factors and Ergonomics, such as CCPE, BCPE, or CIEHF, is considered a strong asset.

Years of experience: A minimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience applying Human Factors standards and practices is required. Experience working within engineering project teams and/or in railway systems and their human interfaces is considered highly desirable.

Technical Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge and practical experience in the following areas:

• Application of Human Factors standards, principles, and methods.
• Human Factors Engineering across the full spectrum of ergonomics, usability, and accessibility.
• Development of technical documentation and Human Factors deliverables.
• Support for project planning, delivery, and coordination in multidisciplinary engineering environments.
• Contribution to systems-oriented projects involving rail transit, urban rail, or freight rail systems.
• Ability to work effectively alongside teams involved in systems assurance, verification and validation, and requirements management.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, both in French and in English*
• Reasons for requiring bilingualism: You will have the opportunity to work with a varied clientele, including both French- and English-speaking companies. Bilingualism is therefore fundamental to building strong relationships with our customers, understanding their specific needs, communicating effectively in their preferred language and facilitating strategic meetings.
  
  

Personal & Soft Skills

• A client-focused approach and the ability to maintain positive professional relationships.
• Sound organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across functions and disciplines.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify improvement and business development opportunities.
• Good judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  
  

SYSTRA Canada is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values applications from all and offers employment equity based on the merits and abilities of candidates and personnel.

We use AI-enabled tools in our recruitment platform (iCIMS) for tasks like resume parsing and candidate matching. These tools do not make hiring decisions; all applications are reviewed by a human recruiter, and final decisions are made by our hiring team.For questions about our hiring process or AI tools, please contact [email protected].

Note: In this description, the masculine gender is used for easy reading purposes and includes the feminine.