Senior CADD Technician - Transportation/Bridges

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior CADD Technician for our Florida Bridge Group in our Tampa, FL office!

This position can also sit out of our Orlando, FL or Miami, FL offices.

This Opportunity

Provides CADD support to engineers and project managers for planning, transportation, infrastructure, and technical services business lines. Responsibilities involve generating CADD plans on various assigned projects of moderate- to larger-scale, scope, and/or complexity. Generates accurate and concise deliverables including reports, plans, models, sections, and details. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, accuracy, and functionality.

Your Impact

• Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, structural concepts, blueprints, schematics, data, verbal or written specifications, technical drawings, rough sketches, diagrams, and other matrices to support drafting activities for single, multi-phase, or multi-site project work.    
• Use 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software and work closely with engineers to resolve design details or discrepancies, and to prepare drawings which require a high degree of precision on projects of moderate complexity and/or scope.
• Follows standard practices to provide technical detailing assistance and guidance that accounts for the proper illustration, fit form, and function using geometric dimensioning and tolerances. 
• Acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only Drafting Support resource on a project or assist in overseeing Drafting Support activities for projects of a moderate scope and complexity within a district. 
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Assure plans adhere to city code, state and federal regulations.
• Monitor drafting plans to ensure quality control and contract compliance; documenting work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
• Apply analytical techniques and software to solve more intricate and involved engineering issues on projects, or to modify existing plans in accordance with project standards and specifications.
• Engage in occasional contact with client and contractor personnel to schedule and coordinate project drafting support review.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level drafting support staff.
• Remain current in latest drafting 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 and procedures. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior drafting support experience.
• Well-defined knowledge of drafting support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Well-defined knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Defined 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.
• Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Highly proficient 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 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.