Junior Design Technician – CAD & Power Delivery

WSP; Victoria Garden (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Assistant Technician, Design Support for our Baton Rouge, LA office. You will provide technical design and CADD support on projects across power delivery and infrastructure, generating design deliverables and ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

Under supervision, you will use 3D CAD software to develop basic design details, assist with calculations, review contract plans, and collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma and 3+ years in drafting/design support.
• Familiar with codes, regulations and record-keeping requirements.
• Excellent research and evaluation skills with analytical mindset.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently or in a team and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from sites, surveys and drawings to support drafting and design.
• Use 3D CAD software to assist with basic design details and prepare precise drawings.
• Provide design assistance with proper fit, form and function using GD&T and tolerance calculations.
• Verify calculations, design changes, and interpretation of contract plans.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams on project phases and tasks.
• Ensure plans comply with city, state and federal regulations and contract requirements.
• Prepare multiple design versions for review by engineers.
• Maintain documentation and follow safety policies.

Skills

Drafting support

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal comms

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Licensure/Certification (preferred)

Tools

3D CAD software

AutoCAD

Drafting standards (GD&T)

Job description

WSP is seeking an Assistant Technician, Design Support for our Baton Rouge, LA office. You will provide technical design and CADD support on projects across power delivery and infrastructure, generating design deliverables and ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

Under supervision, you will use 3D CAD software to develop basic design details, assist with calculations, review contract plans, and collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to meet project objectives.