Quality Engineer

 Reference Number : 1241 

Status : Permanent - Full-time  

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : 86 366 - 106 687

Number of positions to be filled : 1 

Application Deadline : 04/18/2026

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility. 

Why join us?
Because in addition to taking on stimulating challenges, you will benefit from a human, innovative, and development‑focused environment.

OUR BENEFITS

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work policy (depending on the position)
• Comprehensive insurance plan (medical, dental, disability, life)
• Competitive pension plan with employer contribution
• Employee assistance programs and well‑being support
• Opportunities for continuous learning (e.g., Power BI, advanced analytics, project management)
• Opportunities for advancement within a transforming organization
• Collaborative, inclusive, and innovation‑driven work environment

POSITION

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Quality the incumbent performs quality inspection and audit of rail equipment (cars). He will contribute to various continuous improvement initiative and implementation of quality department procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and Perform inspection on rail equipment;
• Manage and follow up non-conformance until resolution;
• Manage and contribute to various continuous improvement initiatives to increase equipment maintenance operational efficiency in maintenance facilities;
• Ensure non-conformances identified are rectified with the implementation of corrective actions following NCR process;
• Produce and update various audit and qualification reports with KPIs for general report;
• Support QC inspectors and QA programs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 

• Secondary 5 or baccalaureate in quality, mechanics, industry or similar discipline;
• 5-10 years experience in a similar role (railroad and/or VIA Rail equipment knowledge is an asset);
• Experience on implementation of Kaizen quality tools;
• Experience on dimensional measurement process, classical tools and CMM;
• Good knowledge on reading drawings, geometrical dimension and tolerancing (GD&T) ASME 14.5;
• Strong computer knowledge, in particular Microsoft Word, Power Point, Microsoft Excel;
• Bilingual (oral and written), with strong competencies for technical writing;
• Available to travel on an occasional basis;
• Mainly on day shift, but could work on evening and night shifts.

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

Join our 3,000 other employees in helping provide Canadians with a safe, accessible, environmentally sustainable way to travel!