Assistant Technician, Design Support

About the Role

Under general to minimal supervision, provides technical design and CADD support on projects to produce designs and specifications for planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines. Tasks include developing CADD designs on assigned projects of basic complexity and generating accurate, concise design-phase deliverables such as reports, technical memoranda, design manuals, plans, profiles, models, sections, details, specifications, and material lists. Ensures deliverables meet or exceed acceptable industry standards for design, accuracy, and functionality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from physical work sites, surveys, structural concepts, blueprints, schematics, verbal or written specifications, technical drawings, sketches, diagrams, and other matrices to support drafting and design activities.
• Use 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software to prepare precise drawings and assist with basic design details.
• Provide technical design assistance, ensuring proper illustration, fit, form, and function using geometric dimensioning, tolerance, and quantity calculations while maintaining construction and maintainability standards.
• Verify calculations, design, change orders, and interpret contract plans and specifications; escalate technical issues for resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute project work and ensure plans adhere to city, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare multiple design versions for engineer review and specify dimensions, materials, and procedures for assigned projects in compliance with contract requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
• Complete assigned training and exhibit knowledge of current drafting and design support practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company resources and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant post-education experience in drafting and design support.
• Familiarity with drafting and design support principles, practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
• Knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Excellent research, evaluation, and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-leadership with attention to detail, ability to multitask, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies.
• Flexibility to work extended schedules as required by project-specific needs.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a closely related discipline.
• Essential professional licensure or certification.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid sick leave, vacation (or other personal time), and parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.

Pay

Expected salary range (all locations): $24/hr – $35.40/hr. WSP USA reserves the right to adjust compensation based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location.

Expected salary range (Colorado only): $27/hr – $36/hr.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environmental markets. With over 15,000 employees in 300+ U.S. offices, we partner with clients to help communities prosper. WSP offers a flexible and agile workplace model alongside comprehensive benefits to support employees' careers and well-being.