D Patel

Results-driven Rail Systems Integration and Interface Manager with experience in leading complex technical interfaces and system integration activities across large-scale LRT and subway transit projects. Extensive expertise in developing and managing Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Interface Management Plans, and Interface Registers for multidisciplinary systems including Rolling Stock, Signaling, Traction Power, Communications, MEP, PRESTO Fare Systems, and Operations & Maintenance Facilities (OMSF). Proven success delivering projects under P3 and Design-Build models while collaborating with Metrolinx, TTC, municipal agencies, contractors, and system suppliers.

Professional

Engineer (P.Eng) and PMP-certified with strong experience in requirements management, RAMS, testing & commissioning, operational readiness, and stakeholder management.

System Integration Manager – Rail and Transit - WeBuild Civil Works Inc - Ontario Line Subway Project

(2024-01)

• Developed and maintained Interface Management Plans, Interface Registers, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for tunnels and underground station packages, ensuring full alignment with Metrolinx and City of Toronto requirements.
• Led multidisciplinary interface coordination across MEP, Tunnel Ventilation Systems (TVS), Electrical, Communications, and Fire/Life Safety systems.
• Coordinated critical infrastructure interfaces associated with TTC Line 2 fan plant relocation while maintaining uninterrupted transit operations.
• Managed interface requirements, registers, and issue resolution processes using IBM DOORS throughout all design stages.
• Represented Project Co within the Commissioning Steering Group (Schedule 14), coordinating testing and commissioning activities across rolling stock, signaling, and infrastructure systems.
• Chaired Design Interface Working Group (DIWG) meetings involving Metrolinx, TTC, contractors, and third-party stakeholders to resolve cross-system conflicts and close interface actions.
• Applied EN50128 System Engineering and EN 50126 RAMS methodologies to identify, assess, and mitigate over 400 cross-system interface risks, ensuring complete integration requirements were incorporated into IFC design packages.
• Managed interface-driven change requests through Contract Change Management Board (CCMB) processes, supporting commercial negotiations and approved design modifications.

LRT Integration Lead/Consultant to Metrolinx - Finch West LRT - Jacobs Canada

(2022-01 - 2024-12)

• Supported project-wide systems integration activities during testing, commissioning, and operational readiness phases.
• Developed, reviewed, and maintained system integration deliverables and managed interfaces between technical systems and operational stakeholders.
• Witnessed and validated testing and commissioning activities to verify integrated system performance and operational readiness.
• Coordinated key interfaces among MEP, HVAC, Trackwork, OCS, and Traction Power systems.
• Collaborated with contractors and subcontractors to support contract administration, site coordination, and training program development.

Light Rail Transit Lead – Waterloo LRT Project - Keolis Canada

(2017-01 - 2022-12)

• Led end-to-end systems integration activities for complex light rail infrastructure projects in compliance with ISO 15288 and EN 50126 standards.
• Managed project delivery from pre-construction planning through commissioning, handover, and project closeout.
• Directed requirements management processes, overseeing validation and verification (V&V) of thousands of system requirements.
• Reviewed design submissions for rolling stock, station MEP systems, and infrastructure components.
• Developed testing procedures, technical reports, modification protocols, and engineering bulletins.
• Managed Testing & Commissioning activities to verify integrated system performance, safety compliance, and operational readiness before revenue service.

Light Rail Systems Technician - Keolis Canada - Waterloo LRT Project

(2016-01 - 2017-12)

• Developed and maintained Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and interface registers to manage technical interfaces between engineering disciplines.
• Verified compliance with Transport Canada, AREMA, and CENELEC standards.
• Supported integration activities across track, signaling, communications, and traction power systems.
• Applied Common Safety Method for Risk Evaluation and Assessment (CSM-REA) methodologies to identify and mitigate integration-related risks.
• Facilitated systems engineering workshops focused on hazard identification, risk mitigation, and safety assurance.

MMSc - Master of Engineering - University of Waterloo

B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering - Gujarat Technological University

Technical Diploma - Electro-Mechanical Engineering - Centennial College