Junior Technical Graphic Designer

WSP • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

WSP is seeking a full-time Junior Technical Graphic Designer for its Federal Programs Planning Team, based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, or Arlington, Virginia. The role provides project production support for detailed technical reports, site plans, and architectural drawings. The designer works with project managers and technical experts to turn planning and engineering inputs into thoughtful, accessible graphic solutions for print and multimedia presentations.

The position’s principal work includes rendering site plans and floor plans in Illustrator, formatting planning reports in InDesign, preparing PowerPoint briefs, and assisting with proposal and marketing presentations and brochures. The designer creates graphics that make complex technical subjects compelling and easy to understand, and contributes graphic elements to deliverables ranging from long-form document layouts to individual graphics.

This is a collaborative, fast-paced role with multiple short- and long-term projects and strict deadlines. It requires self-management, attention to detail, adaptability, clear communication, and comfort with client relations. The designer is expected to maintain proficiency with current design technologies and trends, and may research and use new software and design or development techniques. The role also requires responsible and ethical decision-making and compliance with WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies. A portfolio and resume should be submitted.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least 3 years of relevant post-education experience in the discipline, including prior graphic design experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship, as required by client requirements.
• Ability to travel at least 10% of the time, including overnight trips and international travel.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Creative and innovative design skills, artistic talent, and ability to apply usability concepts to design.
• Understanding of graphic design fundamentals, including color theory, image composition, and typography, and ability to translate creative ideas and technical concepts into visual solutions.
• Ability to take a project from concept to launch, with attention to detail, efficiency, and quality.
• Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced team environment and self-manage multiple projects.
• Clear communication skills, attentive listening, comfort with client relations, and flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements.
• Ability to work productively as a team member in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams or virtual and remote communication.
• Focus on usability and user interaction.
• Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP health, safety, drug and alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Demonstrated word-processing and proofreading ability.
• Experience formatting documents and materials for printing.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a closely related discipline.
• Architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry experience.
• Document-management expertise, including creative layout of large technical documents.
• Experience laying out maps, site plans, or floor plans with scaling.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Render site plans and floor plans in Illustrator.
• Format planning reports and long technical documents in InDesign.
• Prepare PowerPoint briefs and assist with proposal and marketing presentations and brochures.
• Work with project teams, project managers, and technical experts to produce graphic elements for deliverables.
• Create graphics that communicate complex technical subjects in a compelling, easy-to-understand manner.
• Meet strict deadlines and follow through on commitments while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Maintain knowledge of current graphic design technologies and trends; research and use new software or design and development techniques as needed.
• Manage multiple short- and long-term projects in a fast-paced, multiple-deadline environment.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and follow WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life coverage.
• 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED