CAD Technician/Designer (Drafter)
This position is no longer accepting applications(closed Aug 4, 2026).
What if you could redefine what’s possible?
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.
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.
The Opportunity
Shape the World Around You – As a CAD Technician/Designer (Drafter), you’ll be part of multidisciplinary teams shaping civil and environmental infrastructure that communities rely on every day. Based in British Columbia (Vancouver, Kelowna, Victoria), Alberta (Calgary, Edmonton), or Ontario (GTA), you’ll help transform concepts into technical designs that bring meaningful projects to life.
Your Impact
- Interpret topographic survey data, field notes, and engineering inputs to produce precise, high‑quality drawings.
- Develop advanced 3D models in Civil 3D to support engineers with design analysis and proposed infrastructure layouts.
- Lead drafting components on large, multidisciplinary projects while ensuring adherence to WSP CAD standards and quality processes.
- Collaborate seamlessly with engineers, designers, and project managers to deliver accurate, timely design packages.
- Mentor junior and intermediate team members, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
- Integrate WSP’s Life-Saving Rules into every step of your work, prioritizing safety in both field and office environments.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- A diploma or CAD certificate paired with 4–8 years of drafting experience in civil, environmental, or related disciplines.
- Proven expertise with Civil 3D (minimum 4 years) and a strong commitment to maintaining CAD standards.
- Ability to perform advanced calculations and data manipulation in Excel to support engineering workflows.
- Experience preparing complete drawing packages using survey data, client information, and field notes with minimal supervision.
- Asset experience with tools such as Plant 3D, Revit, ReCap, Vulcan, MinePlan, Global Mapper, Surfer, gINT, OpenGround, MicroStation, Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Fluency in French is considered an asset.
Why Choose WSP?
We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
- 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 – whether across the country or around the globe, you can tailor your career path to your ambition.
- Flexible work and real balance – we support balance in all aspects of life.
Compensation
- AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $77,400 – $102,500
- MB & ON: $70,600 – $97,200
- NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $69,900 – $92,900
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.
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.
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