Senior Mechanical Designer - Facilities

WSP Global Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation and parental leave

Bereavement, voting time, naturalized‑

Time off for personal matters

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join our Industrial Center of Excellence, focusing on innovative plumbing systems for complex projects. You will contribute to design, drafting, and coordination across disciplines, ensuring code compliance and sustainable, future-ready solutions.

The role supports multiple locations including Boise, ID and other U.S. offices, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, QA/QC, and design excellence in a flexible, project-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field.
• 9+ years of experience in plumbing design for building systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit; familiarity with plumbing codes and standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and layout of plumbing systems for facilities projects, including potable water, sanitary, storm, and specialty systems.
• Prepare detailed drawings and cost estimates using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Regularly review and apply client-specific and internal drafting standards to ensure full compliance and consistently high-quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated and efficient designs.
• Understand and strictly follow established quality control protocols—ensuring all drafting work complies with QA/QC procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

This Opportunity

Join our Industrial Center of Excellence at WSP and contribute to designing innovative plumbing systems for complex building projects. We are seeking a Mechanical Designer who is passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions that meet client objectives and industry standards.

We are flexible on location—this role can be based in Boise, ID; Overland Park, KS; Madison, WI; Austin, TX; or Houston, TX

Your Impact

• Assist in the design and layout of plumbing systems for facilities projects, including potable water, sanitary, storm, and specialty systems.
• Prepare detailed drawings and cost estimates using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Regularly review and apply client-specific and internal drafting standards to ensure full compliance and consistently high‑quality deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated and efficient designs.
• Understand and strictly follow established quality control protocols—ensuring all drafting work complies with documented QA/QC procedures, verification steps, and corrective‑action requirements.
• Support project development from concept through construction, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Incorporate future‑ready solutions and sustainable practices into plumbing designs.
• Participate in site surveys and inspections to verify existing conditions and support design accuracy.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and best practices in plumbing design.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field.
• 9+ years of experience in plumbing design for building systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit; familiarity with plumbing codes and standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industrial, pharma, tech, or large‑scale commercial facilities.
• Knowledge of sustainable design practices and LEED certification requirements.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation:

Expected Hourly (all locations): $35.15- $51.25

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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