Lighting Designer, Rail and Transit

WSP in Canada; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 70,600 - 97,200; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Lighting Designer – Rail & Transit to design roadway and rail tunnel lighting across Canada, aligning with standards and project specs.

You will perform photometric analysis, prepare wiring diagrams, and develop contractual CADD deliverables while coordinating with clients, consultants, and stakeholders in a collaborative, safety‑minded environment.

Strong CAD skills and knowledge of regional specs are essential.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in engineering, design, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in lighting design or similar technical environments.
• Knowledge of roadway lighting, rail tunnel lighting, and traffic signal design requirements.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Revit, and AGI32.
• Familiarity with PHM-125 traffic signal drawings and regional specifications (City of Toronto, Region of Peel, Toronto Hydro, Alectra).
• Experience producing consistent and professional CADD drawings and managing revision control.
• Understanding of TTC/Metrolinx CADD standards and ESA/CSA codes and standards.
• Asset: Leadership experience or coordination roles within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design roadway lighting, rail tunnel lighting, and traffic signal systems aligned with applicable standards and project specifications
• Perform photometric analysis, lighting calculations, and system circuit design
• Conduct voltage drop calculations and prepare detailed wiring and connection diagrams
• Develop high‑quality contractual deliverables in strict accordance with CADD requirements and design directives
• Review existing conditions, drawings, and specifications to refine designs
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination sessions to resolve interface issues
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, presenting design concepts in workshops and meetings
• Apply proactive, solution‑driven thinking to design challenges and client engagement

Skills

Lighting design knowledge

Team coordination

Client engagement

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

Revit

AGI32

Job description

Opportunity – Your Impact Starts Here

Join our award‑winning Rail & Transit team – recognized globally for excellence in engineering and delivering transformative transit solutions. As a Lighting Designer – Rail & Transit, you will contribute to safer, smarter, and more sustainable transportation infrastructure across Canada, combining technical expertise with real‑world impact in a collaborative environment.

Your Impact

• Design roadway lighting, rail tunnel lighting, and traffic signal systems aligned with applicable standards and project specifications
• Perform photometric analysis, lighting calculations, and system circuit design
• Conduct voltage drop calculations and prepare detailed wiring and connection diagrams
• Develop high‑quality contractual deliverables in strict accordance with CADD requirements and design directives
• Review existing conditions, drawings, and specifications to refine designs
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination sessions to resolve interface issues
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, presenting design concepts in workshops and meetings
• Apply proactive, solution‑driven thinking to design challenges and client engagement

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Post‑secondary diploma or degree in engineering, design, or a related discipline
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in lighting design or similar technical environments
• Knowledge of roadway lighting, rail tunnel lighting, and traffic signal design requirements
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Revit, and AGI32
• Familiarity with PHM‑125 traffic signal drawings and regional specifications (City of Toronto, Region of Peel, Toronto Hydro, Alectra)
• Experience producing consistent and professional CADD drawings and managing revision control
• Understanding of TTC/Metrolinx CADD standards and ESA/CSA codes and standards
• Asset: Leadership experience or coordination roles within multidisciplinary teams

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77 400 – $102 500

MB & ON: $70 600 – $97 200

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69 900 – $92 900

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 wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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