Technician in Training, Design Support

WSP•Saint Louis, MO

22h

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a technician in training, Design Support for our Saint Louis, MO office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Saint Louis Line Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges. This Opportunity Tasks may include assisting and receiving training in developing skills with CADD design on basic projects. Generates accurate and concise design phase deliverables regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, accuracy, and functionality. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help. Your Impact Develop working knowledge of Client/WSP CAD Standards and Compliance. Adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedure requiring upmost personal accountability to enhance the project team’s success. Maintain a high level of drafting quality and efficiency in alignment with project scope and budget. Develop an understanding in both AutoCAD and MicroStation to support project requirements, which include: Vicinity Maps, Structure Outlines, Plan and Profiles, Phasing Drawings, Route Maps, Foundation Drawings, Structure Assembly Drawings, Permit and Crossing Drawings, Load and Design Drawings. Through drafting assignments and project work, seek to gain a transmission line understanding beyond just the redline mark-ups. Potentially travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities as needed. Work within Bentley’s ProjectWise document management system to perform workflow of drawings and check print processes. Complete training on assigned tasks. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma
0-2 years’ experience
AutoCAD 2020-2025 experience
Adobe PDF creation
Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Time management and organizational skills are essential.
Must be flexible to changes in work assignments as changes occur in project needs.
Must be able to self-check own work for completeness and accuracy.
Able to read and interpret drawings and drawing mark-ups.
Able to use architectural and engineering scale to read and create drawings.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules is conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
Experience with AutoCAD
Experience with MicroStation is a plus
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Good background in basic mathematics
Experience working with 3D drafting and detailing is a plus
Bluebeam Revu experience is a plus
Working knowledge of survey coordinate systems is a plus
Practical intern or utility industry experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Develop working knowledge of Client/WSP CAD Standards and Compliance.
Adhere to WSP’s QA/QC procedure requiring upmost personal accountability to enhance the project team’s success.
Maintain a high level of drafting quality and efficiency in alignment with project scope and budget.
Develop an understanding in both AutoCAD and MicroStation to support project requirements, which include: Vicinity Maps, Structure Outlines, Plan and Profiles, Phasing Drawings, Route Maps, Foundation Drawings, Structure Assembly Drawings, Permit and Crossing Drawings, Load and Design Drawings.
Through drafting assignments and project work, seek to gain a transmission line understanding beyond just the redline mark-ups.
Potentially travel to client offices/field/vendor facilities as needed.
Work within Bentley’s ProjectWise document management system to perform workflow of drawings and check print processes.
Complete training on assigned tasks.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.