Intermediate Technician, Drafting Support

About the role

The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Responsibilities

• Supports technical staff, engineers, and project managers for the due diligence, investigation, remediation, impact assessment, permitting, design, development, and construction of utility, industrial, and commercial scale projects in the public and private sector.
• Generates accurate and concise reports and documentation regarding assigned material, installations, and construction specifications.
• Takes part in providing local technical design and CADD support on projects to produce designs and specifications to be used for planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines.
• Generates accurate and concise design phase deliverables including reports, technical memoranda, design manuals, plans and profiles, models, sections, details, specifications, and material lists.
• Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
• Supports engineers, project managers, and technical staff with drafting and design activities related to utility, industrial, and commercial-scale power and renewable energy projects.
• Assists with research, design development, and preparation of drawings for transmission and distribution substations, power distribution systems, renewable energy facilities, and protection and control systems.
• Collects, compiles, and organizes data from surveys, field notes, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and sketches to support drafting and design efforts.
• Uses 2D and 3D CADD software to prepare drawings of basic to moderate complexity with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Works closely with engineers to resolve design questions, incorporate markups, and revise drawings through multiple review cycles.
• Prepares design deliverables such as plans, profiles, sections, details, material lists, and supporting documentation.
• Assists with verifying calculations, interpreting contract plans, and identifying basic design or construction issues for escalation.
• Ensures drawings and designs adhere to applicable city, state, and federal codes, standards, and project specifications.
• Collaborates with cross-functional project teams to support project execution.
• Participates in training and development to build technical knowledge, drafting standards, and design best practices.
• Demonstrates responsible and ethical decision-making and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct, safety policies, and quality standards.
• Performs 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.

Skills

• Proficiency with CADD software.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative working style.
• Effective communication skills.
• Adaptability to new tools and processes.
• Workplace safety awareness.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time off for personal reasons.
• Compensation range of $55,600 - $91,630, with a higher range in Colorado.

Pay

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

Schedule

Project-driven schedules and occasional travel as needed.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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