Engineer

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Duties

Engineers at the Innovation Centre of Transport Canada design project test and evaluation plans based on approved work plans and related protocols to verify safety, efficiency or environmental technical parameters for advanced technologies, and align them with domestic and international industry and governmental engineering best practices. They also identify and solve technical problems during all phases of the testing (design, testing, delivery, and analysis).

For this job opportunity, one of the fields of expertise is cyber security, notably to assist road authorities in preparing for the integration of connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) into their Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS).

Work environment

Transport Canada (TC) is responsible for transportation policies and programs. We promote safe, secure, efficient and environmentally responsible transportation. The Programs Group manages a wide variety of programs and activities related to air, marine and surface infrastructure, waterways, the environment, and innovation. This group has a wide skillset that helps them manage complex agreements between the Crown and provincial and municipal governments, private stakeholders, and port and airport authorities.

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TC continues its commitment to strengthening diversity, accessibility and inclusion through concrete actions that will reduce assessment biases and barriers and encourage more inclusive hiring practices. For example:

• Merit criteria (qualifications for the position) are established with inclusion in mind
• Assessment tools and methods are evaluated, and potential barriers are identified, removed, or mitigated
• Selection board members are diverse
• Selection board members are trained on unconscious bias via Canada School of Public Service COR120 - Inclusive Hiring Practices for a Diverse Workforce
• Dedicated resource through the "Career Navigator program" to better support Canadian Indigenous applicants when they apply for positions
• Accommodations are made, when required, at each step of the process
• Documentation and communication with applicants will be accessible by default

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff a position of Engineer - Advance Connectivity and Automation in the Transportation System (ACATS). A pool of qualified candidates may be created for future vacancies within Transport Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in computer or software engineering or some other engineering specialty relevant to the duties of the position.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 2 years of experience in the following items (experience accrued from master’s and doctorate degrees will be considered):
Ex1. Experience working on/with industrial control systems (ICS), operational technology (OT), and/or embedded systems.
Ex2. Experience in project planning and project management.
Ex3. Experience conducting or writing technical reports or studies.
Ex4. Experience in working within project teams.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Willing and able to travel domestically and internationally

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

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KNOWLEDGE:
K1. Knowledge of theories, principles, and concepts of engineering applicable to transportation technologies and processes
K2. Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, such as National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
K3. Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, network protocols, and secure software development
K4. Familiarity with connected and automated vehicle (CAV) and intelligent transportation system technology, architecture, and protocols.

CORE COMPETENCIES
Klc1. Demonstrating integrity and respect.
Klc2. Working effectively with others.
Klc3. Showing initiative and being action oriented.
Klc4. Thinking things through.

ABILITIES:
A1. Ability to manage projects.
A2. Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A3. Ability to communicate effectively orally.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
Aex1. Work experience with cybersecurity measures in the design and implementation of ITS infrastructure.
Aex2. Experience ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices for secure communications, network segmentation, access controls, and secure firmware/software updates.
Aex3. Experience in cyber security of industrial control systems (ICS), operational technology (OT), and/or embedded systems.

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

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Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

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Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

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We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.