Traction Power CAD Drafter – Rail & Transit

AtkinsRéalis; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work culture

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Generous time-off

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Montreal, Canada, is seeking an Electrical CAD Technician to draft and model traction power supply and distribution systems for transit projects. You will create single‑line diagrams, protection and control diagrams, substation plans, catenary layouts, and grounding diagrams using Bentley MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM 360.

You will ensure adherence to the Canadian Electrical Code and railway standards, while maintaining quality through the organization’s QMS and

Qualifications

• DEP or DEC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent training.
• More than 3 years of CAD experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, BIM 360 and Bentley MicroStation.
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code.
• Knowledge of railway standards (AREMA, NFPA, CSA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update drawings and schematics for traction power supply and distribution systems (single-line diagrams, protection and control diagrams, substations, catenary, grounding).
• Prepare and update 3D models for traction power systems.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System and quality standards.
• Contribute to design of traction power supply and distribution systems.
• Communicate with public utility companies (e.g., Hydro-Québec, CSEM).
• Work with Bentley MicroStation V8i, AutoCAD 3D, Revit Electrical, and BIM 360.

Skills

CAD drafting

Electrical code knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering diploma (DEP/DEC)

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

AutoCAD 3D

Revit Electrical

Autodesk BIM 360

Revit MEP

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Montreal, Canada, is seeking an Electrical CAD Technician to draft and model traction power supply and distribution systems for transit projects. You will create single‑line diagrams, protection and control diagrams, substation plans, catenary layouts, and grounding diagrams using Bentley MicroStation, AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM 360.

You will ensure adherence to the Canadian Electrical Code and railway standards, while maintaining quality through the organization’s QMS and