Intermediate Technician, Drafting Support

About the role

This opportunity is for an Intermediate Technician – Drafting support (Renewables) to join WSP’s Power & Energy team in Cottonwood Heights, UT, with consideration for Houston, TX; Boise, ID; Lakewood, CO; and Boulder, CO. The role supports engineers, project managers, and technical staff on utility, industrial, and commercial-scale power and renewable energy projects, contributing to due diligence, investigation, remediation, permitting, design, development, and construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide drafting and design support for utility, industrial, and commercial-scale power and renewable energy projects.
• Assist with research, design development, and preparation of drawings for transmission and distribution substations, power distribution systems, renewable energy facilities, and protection and control systems.
• Collect, compile, and organize data from surveys, field notes, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and sketches to support drafting and design efforts.
• Use 2D and 3D CADD software to prepare drawings of basic to moderate complexity with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work closely with engineers to resolve design questions, incorporate markups, and revise drawings through multiple review cycles.
• Prepare design deliverables such as plans, profiles, sections, details, material lists, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with verifying calculations, interpreting contract plans, and identifying basic design or construction issues for escalation.
• Ensure drawings and designs adhere to applicable city, state, and federal codes, standards, and project specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams to support project execution.
• Participate in training and development to build technical knowledge, drafting standards, and design best practices.
• Demonstrate responsible and ethical decision-making and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct, safety policies, and quality standards.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business and project requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of relevant drafting or design support experience, preferably in power, energy, utilities, or related infrastructure fields.
• Working knowledge of drafting and design support principles, processes, and techniques.
• Familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and documentation practices.
• Proficiency with CADD software and basic technical tools.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn and follow established drafting standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers and technical professionals while also managing assigned tasks independently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to adapt to new tools, processes, and project requirements in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with WSP policies.
• Willingness to work project-driven schedules and travel occasionally as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in drafting, engineering technology, or a closely related discipline.
• Entry-level or developing professional certification related to drafting or design support.
• Exposure to renewable energy or power delivery projects.

Benefits

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

Pay

Expected Salary (all locations): $55,600 – $91,630

Expected Salary (Colorado only): $55,600 – $91,630