Junior CAD Designer & Drafting Specialist

WSP in the U.S.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a drafting and design support specialist to assist on transportation and infrastructure projects. You will generate accurate CADD designs and design phase deliverables, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards.

Under general supervision, you will work with engineers and cross-functional teams to prepare drawings, verify calculations, and develop multiple design versions. Occasional travel may be required as project needs dictate.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant post-education experience in drafting and design support.
• Familiar with drafting and design support principles, practices, processes, methods and techniques.
• Familiar with codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Analytical mindset with strong research and evaluation skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to learn new techniques, manage multiple tasks, and follow company policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from site surveys, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Use 3D CADD software to assist with basic design details and prepare precise drawings.
• Provide basic technical design assistance ensuring fit, form, and function per specifications.
• Verify calculations, design changes, and interpretation of plans, escalating issues as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across project phases.
• Ensure plans adhere to city, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare multiple design versions for engineer review.
• Define dimensions, materials, and procedures per contract requirements.
• Work with engineers and other professionals on project tasks.

Skills

Drafting and design support

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Technical writing

Office automation

Mathematics basics

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

CADD software

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a drafting and design support specialist to assist on transportation and infrastructure projects. You will generate accurate CADD designs and design phase deliverables, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards.

Under general supervision, you will work with engineers and cross-functional teams to prepare drawings, verify calculations, and develop multiple design versions. Occasional travel may be required as project needs dictate.