Description
WSP is seeking a Substation Lead Specialist Electrical Designer for their Columbus/New Albany, OH office.
This role involves providing technical design and CADD support, guidance, and oversight to ensure the production of designs and specifications for planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines.
Key responsibilities:
- Collect, compile, and analyze data from physical work sites, surveys, and technical drawings to support drafting and design activities.
- Use 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software and collaborate with engineers to resolve design details and prepare precise drawings.
- Provide technical design assistance and guidance, ensuring proper illustration, fit, form, and function of designs.
- Act as a consultant for work progress and problem resolution, serving as a key resource on projects.
- Monitor and verify accuracy of calculations, design changes, and contract plans and specifications.
- Work collaboratively with engineers and other technical professionals on assigned project phases and tasks.
- Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineers.
- Oversee drafting and design plans to ensure quality control and contract compliance.
- Apply analytical techniques and software to solve complex engineering issues.
- Engage in occasional client and contractor contact to coordinate project drafting and design support review.
- Travel to client site visits and attend pre-construction meetings as needed.
- Provide guidance and training to entry-level drafting and design support staff.
Requirements:
- High school diploma.
- Minimum of 11 years of relevant post-education experience in a related discipline with prior drafting and design support experience.
- Advanced knowledge of drafting and design support principles, practices, and techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with CADD software and technical writing.
Preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a closely related discipline.
- Professional licensure or certification.
This position offers an on-site, hybrid, or remote work arrangement, depending on candidate location, experience, and business needs.