Technical Writer, Rail and Transit (Toronto)

Technical Writer, Rail and Transit (Toronto)

17 Apr
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WSP
|
Toronto

17 Apr

WSP

Toronto

The Prospect

Your impact starts here. Join WSP's Rail & Transit team in Toronto as a Technical Writer , where your expertise will help shape complex transportation infrastructure projects that move communities forward. Working alongside engineers, project managers, and technical specialists, you will play a critical role in delivering clear, accurate, and client‑ready documentation that meets project, regulatory, and WSP quality standards.

WSP’s Rail & Transit team is proud to be recognized globally for delivering award‑winning transit and rail solutions that improve mobility, safety, and sustainability across cities and regions.

Your Impact

- Write, edit, review, and format technical documents for transportation infrastructure projects, including reports, procedures, standards, specifications, and technical submissions.
- Edit documents for clarity, consistency, grammar, and compliance with style and quality standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (rail systems, civil, structural, electrical, systems engineering, and project management) to gather and organize technical content.
- Translate engineering and technical information into clear, concise, and well‑structured documentation for internal use, clients, and stakeholders.
- Support document review cycles, revisions, and version control in accordance with project requirements.
- Apply established templates, style guides, and document control processes.
- Coordinate with project teams to meet schedules, milestones, and deliverable requirements.

The Skills That Set You Apart

- Degree in Technical Writing, Communications, Journalism, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.



A degree in Engineering or Architecture is beneficial but not required.
- 5+ years of experience producing technical documentation in an engineering or consulting environment, preferably for transportation infrastructure projects.
- Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with close attention to detail.
- Ability to understand technical concepts and work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and document formatting tools.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Why Choose WSP

- 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.

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

Be part of a team that is redefining how people move through cities and communities. At WSP, your work contributes to projects that matter — today and for generations to come.

You will be required to comply with WSP’s Health and Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times.

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📌 Technical Writer, Rail and Transit (Toronto)
🏢 WSP
📍 Toronto

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