Junior Operations & Modeling Rail Planner/Analyst
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking a Junior Operations & Modeling Rail Planner/Analyst to join their Transit and Rail Operations team. The role involves conducting rail service planning and simulation modeling, evaluating project designs, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support clients in making informed operational decisions.
Responsibilities
- Conduct rail service planning and simulation modeling in collaboration with project teams
- Apply technical knowledge to evaluate project designs and service plans across diverse rail modes
- Collect, process, and analyze rail infrastructure and operations data to support modeling efforts
- Produce clear, compelling deliverables including technical reports, memos, maps, diagrams, dashboards, and visualizations
- Perform independent technical reviews and analyses to support capital projects, service planning, infrastructure development, and outage planning
- Research operational performance of rail networks, vehicles, and train control systems
- Present findings to clients and coordinate technical aspects with partners to ensure alignment with project scope
- Stay current with industry practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies
- Collaborate with engineers, planners, regulators, academics, and government representatives on federally, state, and locally funded projects
- Uphold WSP’s Code of Conduct, ensuring ethical decision‑making and compliance with safety and integrity standards
Skills
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Engineering, Planning, Policy, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent experience
- 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience
- Familiarity with rail operations, operating rules, and practices
- Experience with—or ability to quickly learn—rail simulation and/or operations planning software
- Knowledge of rail systems, train control/signaling, vehicles, and operations
- Experience in data analytics and industry standard tools
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to varied audiences
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and contribute effectively in a team environment
- Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights
- Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP's health, safety, and anti‑harassment policies
- Flexibility to work schedules aligned with project needs, including occasional travel
- Graduate degree in Engineering, Planning, Policy, or related field
- Professional Credentials such as E.I.T / P.E (Professional Engineer), AICP (Certified Planner), or similar industry certification
- Professional experience in rail operations, transit, or transportation consulting
- Hands‑on experience with rail simulation or operations planning software (e.g., Viriato, OpenTrack, RTC, Railsys)
- Proficiency in complementary tools such as GIS, CAD, R, Python, or Adobe Suite
Benefits
- Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation (or other personal time)
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
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