Senior Structural Drafter

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a full time Senior Structural Drafter to join our Tucson, AZ office. In this role you will take part in providing technical design and CADD support on projects to produce designs and specifications to be used for mine infrastructure and wastewater projects. Tasks may include generating CADD designs on various assigned aspects of projects of basic to moderate scale and/or complexity. You will generate accurate and concise design phase deliverables including 3D models, 2D plans and profiles, sections, details, specifications, and material lists. You will ensure 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 • Assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing 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 and design activities. • Under minimal supervision, 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 basic complexity and/or scope. • Provide routine technical design assistance that accounts for the proper illustration, fit form, and function using geometric dimensioning, tolerance and quantity calculations, while ensuring the construction and maintainability of designs according to design standard specifications. • Assist with verifying designs and specifications, recognizing basic construction or engineering problems and escalating any differences, errors, or technical problems for appropriate resolution. • Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work. • Working with engineers to assure plans adhere to city code, state and federal regulations. • Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineer. • Ensure the specification of dimensions, materials, and procedures for assigned projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements. • Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks. • Complete training on assigned tasks. • Exhibit basic knowledge of current drafting and design support 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 • Associate’s degree in CAD Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience, with a minimum of 5 years of experience; alternatively, 9+ years of relevant experience in an engineering firm or industrial manufacturing environment (chemical, petrochemical, or similar) • Highly familiar with drafting and design support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques. • Highly skilled with the use of Revit, BIM360 and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) • Highly familiar with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. • 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, and comply with company policies. • 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. • Proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools. • 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. • Must pass background check #LI-MC2