Rail & Transit Linear Infrastructure Designer

WSP USA; Whitby; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Designer, Linear Infrastructure Design, Rail & Transit to join a collaborative Rail & Transit team. You will develop 2D and 3D drawings and models supporting safe, modern rail operations across major infrastructure programs with engineers and specialists.

The role involves designing linear infrastructure, cable containment, and rail assets, producing coordinated drawing packages, and supporting all design phases from conception to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary engineering technology diploma or degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant infrastructure design experience.
• Proven experience as 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop 2D and 3D linear infrastructure and cable containment designs in accordance with Metrolinx, CN, CP, AREMA, Hydro One, and project standards.
• Produce accurate 3D models supporting systems such as CCTV, intrusion detection, access control, SCADA, lighting, wayside signals, switch heaters, duct banks, axle counters, 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 Proficiency

2D/3D design workflows

Rail & transit design

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Postsecondary engineering technology diploma or degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Bentley MicroStation

Revit

Job description

WSP in Canada is seeking a Designer, Linear Infrastructure Design, Rail & Transit to join a collaborative Rail & Transit team. You will develop 2D and 3D drawings and models supporting safe, modern rail operations across major infrastructure programs with engineers and specialists.

The role involves designing linear infrastructure, cable containment, and rail assets, producing coordinated drawing packages, and supporting all design phases from conception to commissioning.