Rail & Transit Linear Infrastructure CAD Designer (2D/3D)

WSP in Canada; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 84,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top 100 Employer in Canada 2026

Flexible work options

Global opportunities

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Designer, Linear Infrastructure Design, Rail & Transit to develop 2D and 3D drawings and models for major rail projects across Canada. You will collaborate with engineers and specialists to ensure safe, efficient, and modern transit systems.

You'll contribute to design and delivery across design, construction, and commissioning phases, producing high-quality drawings that meet project standards while supporting client submissions and documentation controls.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary engineering technology diploma or degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant infrastructure design experience.
• Proven experience as a CAD/CADD Designer supporting rail, transit, linear infrastructure, or underground utility projects.
• Strong proficiency using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation, and/or Revit for 2D and 3D design workflows.
• Experience producing professional engineering drawings and technical deliverables in accordance with project standards.
• Familiarity with railway communications technologies, railway standards, and infrastructure interfaces.
• Demonstrated expertise in drawing version control, document management, and quality assurance processes.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Adaptability and problem-solving capability within complex, deadline-driven project environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop 2D and 3D linear infrastructure and cable containment designs in accordance with project standards.
• Produce accurate 3D models supporting systems such as CCTV, intrusion detection, access control, SCADA, lighting, wayside signals, duct banks, and related rail assets.
• Prepare coordinated design and drawing packages for client submissions, ensuring quality, consistency, and alignment with project requirements.
• Support multidisciplinary engineering teams through all phases of design, construction, and commissioning.
• Review site conditions, specifications, design inputs, and external documentation to ensure integration and technical accuracy.
• Conduct quality reviews and maintain rigorous drafting, version control, and document management standards.
• Contribute to design optimization, alternatives analysis, and value engineering initiatives that improve project outcomes.
• Present design concepts, technical updates, and coordination solutions during meetings, workshops, and client engagements.

Skills

CAD/CADD Designer

Rail & Transit design experience

2D/3D design workflows

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Documentation & QA

Education

Postsecondary engineering technology diploma or degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley MicroStation

Revit

Job description

WSP is seeking a Designer, Linear Infrastructure Design, Rail & Transit to develop 2D and 3D drawings and models for major rail projects across Canada. You will collaborate with engineers and specialists to ensure safe, efficient, and modern transit systems.

You'll contribute to design and delivery across design, construction, and commissioning phases, producing high-quality drawings that meet project standards while supporting client submissions and documentation controls.