Senior Technician, Design Support

About the Role

The position provides technical design and CADD support to engineers and project managers across planning, transportation, and infrastructure business lines. Responsibilities include generating accurate CADD designs, reports, design manuals, plans, profiles, models, sections, details, specifications, and material lists for projects ranging from moderate to large scale. All deliverables must meet or exceed industry standards for design quality, accuracy, and functionality. Daily activities involve collecting and analyzing data from sites, surveys, blueprints, and specifications to create precise 3‑D drawings, while collaborating closely with engineers to resolve design discrepancies. The designer verifies calculations, change orders, and contract plans, ensures compliance with city, state, and federal regulations, and prepares multiple design revisions for review. Additional duties include monitoring quality control, documenting progress, providing technical guidance, mentoring junior staff, and staying current with drafting best practices. The role may also require occasional client and contractor coordination and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct. • Draft and design site civil components for electrical utility and renewable energy projects, including grading, erosion control, stormwater management, and access roads. • Produce CADD deliverables such as plans, profiles, models, sections, details, specifications, and material lists. • Collect and analyze field data, surveys, and specifications to support design work. • Use 3D CADD software to create precise drawings and resolve design discrepancies with engineers. • Verify calculations, change orders, and contract specifications, escalating issues as needed. • Ensure designs comply with city, state, and federal codes and project standards. • Prepare multiple design revisions for engineer review and monitor quality control throughout the project. • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and serve as the primary drafting support on moderate‑complexity projects. • Provide mentorship and training to entry‑level drafting staff. • Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of drafting techniques and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cadd design
• ▸3d modeling
• ▸data analysis
• ▸code compliance
• ▸quality control
• ▸client coordination

What You Bring

Required qualifications include a high school diploma and at least nine years of post‑education experience in drafting and design support, with strong knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, and technical computation methods. Candidates must demonstrate analytical thinking, sound judgment, effective communication, and self‑leadership in a dynamic environment, along with proficiency in technical writing, CAD software, spreadsheets, and office automation. A solid safety record, ability to work extended schedules, and occasional travel are also essential. • Minimum 9 years of relevant drafting/design experience with strong knowledge of codes and technical calculations. • Demonstrated analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills. • Proficiency in technical writing, CAD software, spreadsheets, and office automation. • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work independently, and adapt to extended project schedules. • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and professional licensure/certification.

Requirements

• ▸9+ years
• ▸cad
• ▸spreadsheets
• ▸technical writing
• ▸bachelor's
• ▸problem solving

Benefits

Preferred qualifications are a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and any applicable professional licensure or certification. WSP USA, a global engineering firm with more than 15,000 employees, offers a flexible workplace model and a comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings. The company promotes an inclusive culture, equal opportunity employment, and encourages career growth and knowledge development. • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and retirement savings.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time