Posted 2 months ago
Drafting Technician, Traction Power Supply & Distribution
@ AtkinsRéalis
Montréal, Quebec
Overview
AtkinsRéalis is hiring a full-time Drafting Technician for its Transit and Rail practice to prepare CAD drawings, schematics and 3D models for traction power supply and distribution systems. The role reports to the Associate Director, Energy & Electrification, and involves quality compliance and coordination with utilities such as Hydro-Québec. The posting describes a hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and update electrical drawings, schematics and catenary plans
- Prepare and update 3D models for traction power systems
- Ensure quality and compliance under the Quality Management System
- Participate in the design of traction power supply and distribution systems
- Communicate with public utility companies such as Hydro-Québec
Requirements summary:
- DEP or DEC in electrical engineering or relevant training
- More than 3 years of CAD drafting experience
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Autodesk BIM 360 and Bentley MicroStation
- Excellent knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code
- Revit MEP and railway standards (AREMA, NFPA, CSA) as assets
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English, French |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Paid training |
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AtkinsRéalis
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We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---
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We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. ---
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Montreal, QC |
| Organization type | Public Company |
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Job Description
Overview
Please note that this job posting is intended for you to express your interest in future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.
Reporting to the Associate Director, Energy & Electrification, within the Transit and Rail practice of the Technical Professionals organization, the individual will be responsible for preparing CAD design drawings, 3D modeling, and ensuring the quality and compliance of all aspects and deliverables related to traction power supply and distribution systems for transit and rail projects.
Your Role
- Prepare and update drawings and schematics for traction power supply and distribution systems, including single-line diagrams, electrical protection and control diagrams, substation equipment installation plans, catenary plans, and grounding and bonding diagrams.
- Prepare and update 3D models for traction power supply and distribution systems.
- Demonstrate mastery of the Quality Management System and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Participate in the design of traction power supply and distribution systems.
- Communicate with public utility companies (e.g., Hydro-Québec, CSEM).
- Use Bentley MicroStation V8i, AutoCAD 3D, Revit Electrical, and Autodesk BIM 360.
About You
- DEP or DEC in Electrical Engineering or any other relevant academic training.
- More than 3 years of experience in computer-aided drafting (CAD).
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Autodesk BIM 360, and Bentley MicroStation software.
- Knowledge of Revit MEP is considered an asset.
- Excellent technical knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
- Knowledge of railway standards (AREMA, NFPA, CSA, etc.) is an asset.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Worker Type
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RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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