Early Career Distribution Design Technician in Training Design Support

WSP in the U.S.; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Early Career Distribution Design Technician in Training for our Orlando and Pensacola offices. You will assist with CAD design on basic projects under supervision and develop skills in AutoCAD and MicroStation while delivering quality design deliverables.

This entry‑level role emphasizes learning, safety, and collaboration with senior staff to support distribution design tasks, document workflows, and client coordination.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 0-2 years’ experience preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2020–2025.

Responsibilities

• Assist with CAD design on basic projects under supervision.
• Develop familiarity with Client/WSP CAD standards and QA/QC procedures.
• Maintain drafting quality and align output with project scope and budget.
• Support distribution design tasks and drawing markups.
• Travel to client offices/field facilities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Learning mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Distribution Design Technician in Training, Design Support for our Orlando, Florida and Pensacola, Florida offices.

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.

WSP brings global expertise in power delivery, power generation, and program management—anchored by the acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. TRC Companies have now joined WSP, deepening our power practice and expanding our energy advisory and intelligent grid services. We're partnering with clients to shape how energy systems evolve around the world—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.
• Thorough [JN1] [AB2] drafting assignments and project work, seek to gain a Distribution design 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.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 0-2 years’ experience.
• AutoCAD 2020-2025 experience.
• Adobe PDF creation
• Must be flexible to changes in work assignments as changes occur in project needs.
• 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.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Displays an aptitude for technology.
• Developing a foundational understanding of distribution systems, equipment and terminology.
• Assists senior staff with routine design tasks and drawing markups under supervision.
• Completes assigned tasks within quality expectations, on schedule and within assigned budget.
• Asks questions, seeks feedback and demonstrates a strong desire for learning and growth.
• Builds familiarity with internal processes.
• Perform redlines, drawing updates and revisions to existing designs as assigned.
• Assists with material lists/bill of materials under supervision of senior staff.
• Supports gathering and organizing field data and existing records for project use.
• Accepts and applies feedback constructively.
• Utilizes design tools and applications to determine basic design solutions.Shows a desire and willingness for learning and growth.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
• Experience with MicroStation is a plus.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Good background in basic mathematics.
• Experience working with 2D 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.
• Exposure to electric utility distribution projects.
• Interest in pursuing professional growth within power and energy design.

Disclaimer

• Relocation is not available for this role.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.