Early Career Structural Drafter

WSP is searching for an Early Career Substation Drafter in Billings, MT (locations considered: Boise, ; Denver, CO; Overland Park, KS). The role involves contributing to the Power Delivery Mountain Civil Structural Substation Team by providing technical design and CADD support under general supervision.

• Assist in collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, structural concepts, blueprints, schematics, and other sources to support drafting and design activities.
• Use 3D CADD software to assist with basic design details and prepare drawings requiring a high degree of precision.
• Provide basic technical design assistance ensuring proper illustration, fit, form, and function with geometric dimensioning, tolerance, and quantity calculations.
• Verify calculations, design, change orders, interpret contract plans and specifications, and raise any issues or technical problems for resolution.
• Work with cross‑functional teams in executing project work.
• Ensure plans adhere to city code, state, and federal regulations.
• Learn, understand, and implement client’s CAD standards, practices, and procedures.
• Apply industry standard concrete, rebar, and structural steel detailing practices.
• Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineers.
• Specify dimensions, materials, and procedures for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements.
• Collaborate with the engineer‑in‑charge and other technical professionals on project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of current drafting and design support practices.
• Communicate effectively in English, both written and oral, to work with team members.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company resources and conduct, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant post‑education experience in drafting and design support.
• Familiarity with drafting and design support principles, practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
• At least 3 years of drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station, with the ability to produce shop drawings.
• Ability to produce steel and foundation plans, sections, and elevation views.
• Ability to prepare structural bill of materials.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record‑keeping requirements.
• Excellent research and evaluation skills with an analytical mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with others and presenting ideas to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Self‑leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and 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 abiding 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.
• Professional licensure or certification.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Vault software.

Disclaimer: Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation: Expected Salary (Colorado only): $55,900 - $83,900.

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