Designer, Linear Infrastructure Design, Rail & Transit
WSP · Thornhill
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The Opportunity
Design What Comes Next
Join a collaborative, high-performing Rail & Transit team delivering major infrastructure projects across Canada. As a Designer, Linear Infrastructure Design, Rail & Transit, you will play a key role in developing 2D and 3D drawings and models that support safe, efficient, and modern transit operations. Working alongside engineers and specialists, you will contribute to the design and delivery of complex rail infrastructure programs that improve mobility and enhance communities across the country.
Your Impact
- 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.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- 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.
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.
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Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $92,000 – $121,900
MB & ON: $84,000 – $115,600
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $83,100 – $110,400
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.
Make Your Mark on Canada's Next Generation of Transit Infrastructure
If you're passionate about design excellence, digital engineering, and shaping the future of rail and transit systems, this is your opportunity to contribute to projects that move millions of people every day. Join a team of industry-leading engineers and designers, expand your technical expertise, and help deliver infrastructure that creates lasting value for communities across Canada.
Apply today and help redefine what's possible.
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At WSP, you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
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Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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