WSP · 1 month ago
Senior Specialist, Ports and Marine Civil/Structural CADD Technician
1300 SW Fifth Avenue, Portland, OR, 97201, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$73K/yr - $128K/yr
9+ years expWSP USA is seeking a Senior Specialist, Ports and Marine Civil/Structural CADD Technician for their National Maritime Practice Group. This role involves providing technical design and Civil/Structural drafting support for port, marine, and intermodal rail terminal projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assignments for phased design submittals
Generate CADD drawings, sketches and renderings, on assigned projects, of various scale and/or complexity
Use CADD, and/or similar software, to resolve design details or discrepancies, in close partnership with staff engineers
Support accurate and concise design phase deliverables including: reports, civil and structural plans, models, sections, details, and material lists
Keep up-to-date in technical knowledge of current and emerging practices for drafting
Collect and compile data from various sources including: site surveys, historical documents, technical drawings, rough sketches, verbal and or written instructions, and other data matrices to support drafting and design activities
Aid staff engineers on various technical design tasks, including geometric dimensioning and tolerance and quantity calculations, while ensuring designs meet required standard specifications
Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work, including other technicians with specializations in: geotechnical, electrical, mechanical, coastal, fire protection, and architectural drafting
Assure deliverables adhere to city code, state and federal regulations
Maintain track record of upholding workplace safety and the ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Show ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma
Minimum of 9 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior drafting and design support experience
Knowledge of drafting and design support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques
Knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of geometry and mathematical concepts, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations
Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience
Competent self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives
Analytical mindset to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions
Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools
Capable critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective and logical solution
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and 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
Preferred
Associate's Degree, or other industry certification, in closely related fields
Experience with REVIT. Ability to generate drawings, sketches and renderings, on assigned projects, of various scale and/or complexity
Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D
Experience with MicroStation
Experience with OpenRoads
Experience with AutoDesk ReCap or Autoturn
Experience with drafting for ports and marine structures (including rehabilitation and new design)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
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
Company
WSP
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
Founded in 2011New York, New York, USA
10001+ employees
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$40.25MKey Investors
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2013-09-02Corporate Round· $40.25M
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