Early Career Technician - Design Support

WSP•Baton Rouge, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking an Assistant Technician, Design Support for its Baton Rouge, Louisiana office, supporting the Power Delivery Distribution Houston/Baton Rouge Team. Under general to minimal supervision, this role provides technical design and CADD support for projects across planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines. The technician develops skills and produces CADD designs for assigned projects of basic complexity, creating accurate design-phase deliverables such as reports, technical memoranda, design manuals, plans and profiles, models, sections, details, specifications, and material lists. Work must meet or exceed acceptable industry standards for quality, accuracy, and functionality. The role supports drafting and design activities by collecting, compiling, and analyzing information from work sites, surveys, structural concepts, plans, schematics, specifications, drawings, sketches, and other sources. The technician uses 3D CADD software to prepare precise drawings and provide basic technical design assistance, taking account of fit, form, function, construction, and maintainability. The position works collaboratively with engineers and technical professionals, prepares design versions for review, and helps ensure that plans and project specifications comply with contract requirements and applicable codes and regulations. Training is provided for assigned tasks. Additional responsibilities may be required according to business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 3 years of relevant post-education experience in the discipline, including prior drafting and design support experience.
Familiarity with drafting and design support principles, practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Strong research and evaluation skills and an analytical mindset.
Interpersonal and communication skills to express ideas effectively and professionally to technical and non-technical audiences.
Self-leadership and attention to detail; ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks, 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 in technical writing, office automation, software, technology, mathematical principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules that meet project-specific requirements and may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Collect, compile, and analyze site, survey, blueprint, schematic, specification, drawing, sketch, and other project information to support drafting and design activities.
Use 3D CADD software to assist with basic design details and prepare precise drawings.
Provide technical design assistance addressing illustration, fit, form, function, geometric dimensioning, tolerances, and quantity calculations, while considering construction and maintainability.
Assist with verifying calculations and designs, reviewing change orders, and interpreting contract plans and specifications; escalate issues or technical problems for resolution.
Work with cross-functional teams to execute project work.
Ensure plans adhere to city codes and state and federal regulations.
Prepare multiple design versions for engineer review.
Specify dimensions, materials, and procedures for assigned projects and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
Collaborate with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
Complete training on assigned tasks and apply current drafting and design support practices.
Follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures, and make responsible, ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.