Communications Drafter

Golder Associates Ltd.; Colombia; On-site; COP 181,659,000 - 266,329,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Communications Technologist – Drafting Design to join our Rail and Transit team in Canada. You will produce CAD and BIM drawings, lead discipline drawings, and mentor junior CAD Technicians within a dynamic CAD/REVIT environment.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, ensure standards compliance, and help develop block libraries and automated processes to improve project delivery and design quality across heavy and light rail projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or related discipline.
• 5–10 years of CAD/REVIT experience in rail, transit, electrical, signals, SCADA or communications systems.
• Expert level proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT with CAD standards knowledge.
• Proficiency with BIM environments is considered an asset.
• Strong independent work with ability to collaborate within project teams.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality CAD and BIM drawings that meet client, regulatory, and WSP standards across rail and transit projects.
• Lead the development of discipline specific drawings, sections, schedules, and schematics from general arrangement designs.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and day to day support to junior CAD Technicians.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, sub consultants, clients, and agencies to deliver accurate, integrated designs.
• Review and back check drawings to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to project timelines.
• Contribute to the development of standard blocks, model libraries, and automated processes.
• Support project planning by helping define timelines, milestones, and delivery strategies.

Skills

CAD standards

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Discipline knowledge

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Job Description - Communications Drafter (26001303)

Communications Drafter - ( 26001303 )

Communications Technologist – Drafting Design

What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP

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The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

Join a high performing Rail and Transit Communications Systems team where your technical expertise will shape complex transportation systems across Canada and beyond. In this role, you’ll contribute to the delivery of heavy and light rail projects, provide technical leadership within the CAD team, and help define smarter, more efficient digital design practices that elevate project outcomes.

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Your Impact

• Produce high quality CAD and BIM drawings that meet client, regulatory, and WSP standards across rail and transit projects
• Lead the development of discipline specific drawings, sections, schedules, and schematics from general arrangement designs
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and day to day support to junior CAD Technicians
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, sub consultants, clients, and agencies to deliver accurate, integrated designs
• Review and back check drawings to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to project timelines
• Contribute to the development of standard blocks, model libraries, and automated processes
• Support project planning by helping define timelines, milestones, and delivery strategies

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The Skills That Set You Apart

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or a related discipline from an accredited institution
• 5–10 years of relevant CAD and REVIT experience, ideally within rail, transit, electrical, signals, SCADA or communications systems
• Expert level proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT, with strong understanding of CAD standards and detailing practices
• Proficiency with BIM environments considered an asset
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within project teams
• Proven ability to take communications systems design concepts and create a design from the concept. This requires good working knowledge of Communication systems consisting of fiber optics, networks, and various subsystems that run on these networks. The various subsystems consist of CCTV, telephony, public address, SCADA, fare collection, BMS, train signals, and server and control rooms.
• Strong communication skills with a high level of attention to detail and quality
• Proficiency with collaboration and review tools such as Microsoft Teams and Bluebeam Revu

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Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

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Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $89,800 – $118,900

MB & ON: $81,900 – $112,800

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $81,100 – $107,700

Disclosure:

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.