Senior Design Support Technician

WSP Global Inc.; Detroit (MI); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 100.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Support Technician to join their dynamic team in Detroit. This role involves providing essential technical design and CADD support to engineers and project managers, ensuring high-quality deliverables for transportation and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in drafting and design, alongside proficiency in CADD software, particularly OpenRoads Designer. This opportunity allows you to work on impactful projects while collaborating with talented professionals in a supportive environment. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to meaningful projects, this position is perfect for you.

Qualificações

• 9+ years of drafting and design support experience required.
• Proficient in CADD software and technical writing.
• Strong knowledge of design principles and regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical design and CADD support to engineers.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project work.

Conhecimentos

CADD Software

Technical Writing

Interpersonal Communication

Geometry and Mathematical Concepts

Attention to Detail

Formação académica

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in closely related discipline

Ferramentas

OpenRoads Designer

Descrição da oferta de emprego

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time,Senior Design Support Technician for ourDetroit, MI or Lansing, MI offices. Be involved in projects with ourMichigan Roadway Design Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.

Provides technical design and CADD support to engineers and project managers to produce designs and specifications to be used for planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines. Responsibilities involve generating CADD designs on various assigned projects of moderate- to larger-scale, scope, and/or complexity. Generates accurate and concise design phase deliverables including reports, technical memoranda, design manuals, plans and profiles, models, sections, details, specifications, and material lists. 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.

Your Impact

• Use 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software and work closely with engineers to resolve design details or discrepancies, and to prepare drawings which require a high degree of precision on projects of moderate complexity and/or scope.
• Follow standard practices to provide technical design assistance and guidance that accounts for the proper illustration, fit form, and function using geometric dimensioning, tolerance and quantity calculations, while ensuring the construction and maintainability of designs according to design standard specifications.
• Verify accuracy of calculations, design, change orders, interpretation of contract plans and specifications, recognizing moderate to slightly intricate construction or engineering problems and escalating or resolving any differences, errors, or technical problems for appropriate resolution.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Assure plans adhere to city code, state and federal regulations.
• Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineers.
• Monitor drafting and design plans to ensure quality control and contract compliance; documenting work progress and issues arising throughout the scope of the project.
• Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
• Provide guidance and training to design support staff.
• Experience working on Michigan Department of Transportation projects is preferred.
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant post-education experience in discipline with prior drafting and design support experience.
• Experience with the most recent version of OpenRoads Designer.
• Well-defined knowledge of drafting and design support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Well-defined knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Defined ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of geometry and mathematical concepts, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• 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 conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
• Essential professional licensure/certification.