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Careers in our Canada rail team
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The cornerstone of our success is the diversity of professional backgrounds, technical disciplines and personal outlooks throughout our teams.
Working alongside colleagues with a deep knowledge of the Canadian railway are those attracted from fields such as government, academia and science who bring fresh insights and practices. Binding us together is the freedom to provide clients advice and support they can trust. We're a home for professionals who want to see things done properly.
With new projects starting all the time across Canada and further afield, we always want to talk to talented individuals from the rail sector - or specialists who honed their skills in other sectors - to discuss how they can help us complete some of our most complex assignments.
Our projects
The work we do
Toronto rail upgrade
We are the safety assessors for the expansion and renewal of Toronto's integrated rail system
Ottawa O-Train
As System Integration Verifier, our experts provided details reviews of the risks and technical challenges.
Finch West
The appointed Safety and Security Auditor of new light rail line
Toronto Subway Line 2
Independent Safety Assessor of route's extension to Scarborough
Currently recruiting
Prefer a general careers discussion? Send your CV direct to usClients of the Ricardo group in North America include:
- California Fuel Cell Partnership
- Canadian National Railway
- CRRC / Chicago Transportation Authority
- Department of Energy (DOE)
- Federal Railroad Administration
- Metrolinx - Greater Toronto and Hamilton Region
- NASA
- Ottawa City Council
- Pratt & Whitney Canad
- State of California
- WorldAutoSteel
A diverse and supportive community
- We are diverse thinkers and doers who embrace new ways of working
- We want colleagues to thrive in an inclusive culture, where everyone’s voice is valued and you are encouraged to be your authentic self
- With hybrid and flexible working practices, and a range of benefits, we support work-life balance as well as your physical and mental wellbeing.
- As part of the Ricardo group, we can offer all the benefits you would expect of a global organisation, but without the impersonal feel a multi-national conglomerate.
- Take part in Ricardo's professional communities and forums, discussing issues ranging from data security to innovations in Formula 1 or the protection of eco-sensitive habitats.
Our people
What our colleagues say
Stuart Gough - Regional Director, North America Rail
"I believed in Ricardo’s strategy and being part of that journey has been incredibly rewarding. The team give you every opportunity to take on new challenges and progress your career – be that in a role within your country of residence or globally".
Cherrelle Johns - Operations Manager, North America
"Returning back to work after 10 months Maternity Leave has been a very easy transition. Ricardo made me feel like my return could be lead by myself and in turn I didn’t feel pressure to take on too much too soon".
Alistair Leach CEng FIMechE - Lead Principal Consultant
"Moving with a family could have been stress-inducing, but we’ve been welcomed to Canada by our neighbours and the Ricardo business and we’re looking forward to many new experiences".
Patrick Burke - Principal Consultant
"Within weeks of starting I was in Montreal on a site visit. Soon after, I was walking around a new-build station that is part of the huge rail works in the Toronto area".
Our people
Scroll the career stories of some of our collegues
Carolyn Salmon
Assessment Body Lead
"It has been thrilling to see the new railway progress through intense testing"
Read Carolyn's story
Patrick Burke
Senior Consultant
"We have such a varied and wide portfolio of work here in Toronto"
Read Patrick's story
James Morrison
Graduate Consultant
"From a career perspective, I've been at the forefront of rail developments"
Read James' story
Our core service areas
Independent Assurance
Whether assessing new products against international standards such as EN 50126 or supporting the construction of entire railways, we offer a broad portfolio of independent assurance services via Ricardo Certification, an independent business within the Ricardo group.
Operations and Maintenance
Our team enables railway operators and maintainers to make informed data-driven decisions that enhance operational efficiency, extend asset life and optimise maintenance strategies.
Systems Engineering and Integration
We partner with Railway OEMs and suppliers to provide systems engineering and integration expertise, helping to ensure projects are seamlessly integrated into the wider rail network.
Technical Advisory
Whether you are looking to develop new regional transport plans, introduce low-emission technologies or procure new fleets, we bridge the divide between core engineering disciplines and the economic and environmental challenges of rail transport.
