Junior Design Technician, Food Services & Hospitality

WSP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Ottawa is looking for a Junior Design Technician to work on food service projects. The role requires experience with AutoCAD and Revit, along with strong interpersonal skills. You will be responsible for preparing engineering drawings and assisting in the design of food service equipment layouts. Ideal candidates will have a relevant diploma and be eligible for Canadian Federal Government clearance.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Wellness platform

Savings programs

Qualifications

• 1 to 4 years of related experience
• Proficient in technical writing and office automation tools.
• Familiarity with hospitality operations is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Assist in the design of food service equipment layouts.
• Coordinate with project teams and external vendors.

Skills

Knowledge of Revit

Knowledge of AutoCAD

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Self-leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Interior Design diploma

Architectural Technology diploma

Engineering Technology diploma

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Junior Design Technician, Food Services & Hospitality to join our Food Service team in our Ottawa, ON office. This position would be responsible for modeling, drafting, design and site review of food service projects in the public and private sector.

Why choose WSP?

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer,
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada;
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things;
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• Operate AutoCAD and/or Revit to prepare engineering drawings.
• Assist with the design of food service equipment layouts.
• Coordinate with the project team, external vendors, engineers and architects.
• Execute directions as provided by senior leaders and management.
• Gather appropriate resources in order to assist in problem solving.
• Occasional local travel will be required depending on project-specific requirements.
• Other duties as assigned/required.

We'd love to hear from you if you have...

• Interior Design, Architectural of Engineering Technology diploma.
• 1 to 4 years of related experience
• Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD, including ability to place, create, and modify Revit families and parameters.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
• A familiarity with hospitality operations and working knowledge of a commercial kitchen as well as commercial laundry facilities is an asset.
• French language proficiency is an asset.
• To qualify for this role, you must be eligible for Canadian Federal Government Enhanced Reliability clearance. This is a mandatory requirement to work with this client.