Senior Instrumentation and Controls Senior CAD Designer

Job Description

WSP is seeking an energetic and responsive Senior Instrumentation and Controls CAD Designer for our multidisciplinary Process Infrastructure and Design team. This is a full‑time opportunity and the selected candidate can be based in the following locations:
Phoenix, AZ;
Salt Lake City, UT;
Houston, TX;
Denver, CO; and Seattle, WA.

The team you will join offers diverse global clients and projects in Environmental Infrastructure facilities such as industrial facilities, water and wastewater industries, Oil & Gas, pipeline, and Mining and Metals (surface and underground) infrastructure.

In this Senior I&C Designer/Technician/Technologist position, you will work as part of a team of engineers and technologists on multiple projects for a range of public and private sector clients in global and North America. This role suits a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment.

Experience with Navisworks and Autodesk is a requirement; proficiency in 2D/3D modeling using REVIT and/or Autodesk is also required.

Location preference:
Phoenix, AZ;
Salt Lake City, UT;
Houston, TX;
Denver, CO;
Seattle, WA. Phoenix, AZ office is preferred.

• Effectively execute Instrumentation and controls engineering designs from concept to completion with independence and minimal oversight.
• Develop detailed instrumentation deliverables, including instrument loop diagrams, IO schematics, instrument location plans, installation details, cable schedules, cable routing, and tray layouts.
• Understand and implement PLC, DCS, Control Systems, SCADA, Ethernet, serial, Modbus, and fiber optic communications.
• Develop panel layouts, general arrangement drawings, internal panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and interconnection diagrams for brands such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Schneider.
• Translate PFDs and P&IDs into detailed design packages, ensuring alignment with process requirements and project scope.
• Effectively convey I&C, electrical, mechanical, civil, and structural requirements to the team through traditional 2D and 3D models and deliverables.
• Develop coordinated 2D and 3D designs aligned with BIM standards; use AutoCAD (primary), Navisworks, and Revit for 3D modeling and coordination.
• Be responsible for instrumentation and controls design work related to quantity estimation efforts on projects or programs, including direct quantity (MTO) take‑off from a 3D model, 2D drawings, sketches, and historical data.
• Work cross‑functionally with electrical designers, mechanical/process teams and participate in design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination, and constructability reviews.
• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines.
• Recognize when technical problems are developing and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Support lead engineers during the design phase, including standards review, collection of calculation inputs, permitting requirements, and other engineering support activities.
• Promote engineering professionalism and maintain positive relationships internally and externally.
• Provide guidance and training to entry‑level drafting and design support staff.
• Remain current in the latest drafting and design support knowledge, techniques, and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Technical degree, diploma, certificate or equivalent in a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of relevant experience supporting EPC or large multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in the use of 2D/3D AutoCAD, Navisworks and Revit.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and/or Plant3D.
• Expertise in design and 3D modeling for water/industrial/mining plant layouts, wiring, and other I&C design and details.
• Proficiency in P&t using AutoCAD and/or Plant 3D, identifying instrument types/applications and implementing ISA symbology.
• Design‑level understanding of PLC, remote I/O, and SCADA/HMI systems and control system…