Industrial Designer- Buildings

WSP • Meridian, ID

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About The Position

WSP is seeking an Industrial Designer to support the growth of its Facilities and Industrial Systems practice. The role supports design and coordination of building systems, industrial processes, utilities, material handling systems, and facility infrastructure for industrial and manufacturing clients.

The designer will develop and coordinate design packages for industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, food and beverage facilities, distribution centers, and advanced technology environments. They will prepare 2D and 3D design deliverables, coordinate with multiple engineering and design disciplines, and contribute to project execution, site investigations, construction support, quality reviews, and design standards. The position also includes technical guidance and quality review support for junior designers.

The role requires approximately 10–30% travel throughout the United States. Expected compensation is $30–$45 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, food and beverage, life sciences, mission-critical, or similar facility projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit, including experience developing construction drawings and BIM models.
• Strong experience coordinating multidisciplinary building systems and industrial facility designs.
• Experience preparing equipment layouts, utility plans, facility plans, and construction documentation.
• Ability to interpret and work with laser scan data, point clouds, and existing facility information.
• Understanding of industrial facility design, construction practices, and project delivery processes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10–30% throughout the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree, technical design degree, or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, engineering, drafting, design, architecture, or a related field.
• Experience supporting advanced manufacturing, food and beverage, semiconductor, battery manufacturing, life sciences, or distribution facility projects.
• Familiarity with MEP systems, process utilities, material handling systems, and industrial infrastructure.
• Experience with Navisworks, BIM coordination, and clash detection workflows.
• Experience supporting construction administration, installation coordination, or commissioning activities.
• Knowledge of industry codes, standards, and design practices applicable to industrial facilities.
• Experience working within a consulting engineering environment on multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate design packages for industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, food and beverage facilities, distribution centers, and advanced technology environments.
• Prepare and maintain 2D and 3D design deliverables using AutoCAD, Revit, and other design software in accordance with WSP, client, and industry standards.
• Produce facility layouts, equipment arrangements, utility distribution plans, process support systems, and multidisciplinary coordination drawings.
• Assist with engineering calculations, equipment layouts, system routing, space planning, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate designs with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, process, and architectural disciplines.
• Support project execution activities, including scope development, schedule coordination, and deliverable management.
• Participate in site visits, field investigations, existing conditions assessments, and construction support activities.
• Review drawings and models for quality, accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, contractors, and project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Apply safety, operational, maintenance, and constructability considerations throughout the design process.
• Support and mentor junior designers through project collaboration, technical guidance, and quality reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the advancement of design standards, workflows, and best practices.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation or other personal time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED