CAD Designer - Aviation

WSP Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Canada is seeking a detail-oriented CAD Designer for their Aviation team. This role involves preparing high-quality CAD drawings and BIM models for airport infrastructure projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with design standards. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in civil engineering technology and proven experience in CAD and BIM design, particularly in aviation or large infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Outstanding career opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CAD and BIM design, preferably in aviation or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed CAD drawings and BIM models for airport infrastructure projects.
• Ensure drawings meet project goals and technical specifications.
• Perform thorough quality control checks to maintain drawing accuracy.

Skills

CAD design

BIM design

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or bachelor's degree in civil engineering technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Navisworks

AviPLAN

Job description

The Opportunity

WSP is currently seeking a CAD Designer to join our growing Aviation team. This role is ideal for a detail‑oriented and collaborative individual with experience in developing high‑quality civil design drawings for airport infrastructure projects. You’ll be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the design and delivery of airside and groundside projects across Canada and internationally.

Aviation Group Services

The Aviation group at WSP provides a full spectrum of services including runway, taxiway, and apron design, stormwater and drainage design, airfield lighting layout, terminal area development, and airport master planning.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we’re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we’re open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it’s like to be a part of our journey.

What you can expect to do here

• Prepare detailed CAD drawings and BIM models for airport infrastructure projects, including airside and landside facilities
• Collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and other design team members to ensure drawings meet project goals and technical specifications
• Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Navisworks, and AviPLAN to develop and review construction drawings, layout plans, aircraft movement simulations, and design visualizations
• Support site development planning and conceptual design tasks for airport expansion and rehabilitation projects
• Ensure all drawings and models are developed in accordance with relevant FAA, ICAO, and TP312 design standards and client‑specific requirements
• Perform thorough quality control checks to maintain drawing accuracy, consistency, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle
• Assist in the preparation of design documentation, technical reports, and construction packages

What you’ll bring to WSP

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering technology, Architecture, or a related field
• Proven experience in CAD and BIM design, preferably in aviation, transportation, or large infrastructure projects
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and experience with Navisworks and AviPLAN
• Working knowledge of TP312 5th Edition, ICAO Annex 14, and FAA design regulations
• Understanding of airport site development and airfield design principles
• Ability to interpret engineering sketches and translate them into precise and accurate drawings
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams

Compensation

Salary range (in British Columbia): $82,900 - $114,000
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Health, Safety & Environment

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Offers of employment for safety‑sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

Equal Employment Opportunity

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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