Substation Electrical Drafting Coordinator

WSP is seeking an Assistant Technician, Drafting Support (Substation) to join our Power & Energy team in Lakewood, CO. The role involves providing technical design and CADD support on projects for planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines.

• Support engineers, project managers, and technical staff with drafting and design activities related to utility, industrial, and commercial‑scale substation energy projects.
• Assist with research, design development, and preparation of drawings for transmission and distribution substations, power distribution systems, substation energy facilities, and protection and control systems.
• Collect, compile, and organize data from surveys, field notes, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and sketches to support drafting and design efforts.
• Use 2D and 3D CADD software to prepare drawings of basic to moderate complexity with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work closely with engineers to resolve design questions, incorporate markups, and revise drawings through multiple review cycles.
• Prepare design deliverables such as plans, profiles, sections, details, material lists, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with verifying calculations, interpreting contract plans, and identifying basic design or construction issues for escalation.
• Ensure drawings and designs adhere to applicable city, state, and federal codes, standards, and project specifications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional project teams to support project execution.
• Participate in training and development to build technical knowledge, drafting standards, and design best practices.
• Demonstrate responsible and ethical decision‑making and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct, safety policies, and quality standards.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support business and project requirements.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant post‑education experience in a discipline with drafting and design support experience.
• Familiarity with drafting and design support principles, practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Excellent research and evaluation skills with an analytical mindset.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non‑technical audience.
• Self‑leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• 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, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

• Associate’s Degree in a closely related discipline.
• Essential professional licensure/certification.
• Exposure to substation power delivery projects.

• Comprehensive health and financial stability benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $55,900 - $83,900

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer under 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.