WSP in the U.S.
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Entry-Level Substation Drafter
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WSP in the U.S.
Job Description WSP is currently initiating a search for an Entry-Level Substation Drafter for our Austin, Texas office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.
This Opportunity The Entry-Level Substation Drafter will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with WSP's mission statement and our culture. They are expected to support the department in achieving its goals, maintain high-quality standards, promote teamwork and meet the needs of our clients.
Your Impact
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.
Participate in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.
Draft and design substation projects that include physical and civil layout drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Learn, understand, and implement CAD knowledge; learn client standards; follow POWER's standards, procedures, and processes; collaborate on design issues and seek guidance from experienced colleagues.
Required Qualifications
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and anti-drug/alcohol/harassment policies.
Associates/technical degree in an accredited drafting program, or sufficient industry experience.
0-1 years AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.
Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, preferably in an engineering environment.
Experience with a 3D CAD system.
Knowledge of substation electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and/or substation physical/civil drawings.
Experience working with scaled drawings.
Working knowledge of survey coordinate systems.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with File Management Systems.
Strong background in mathematics.
Reliable, detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of assigned tasks.
Disclaimer
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career. These include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance; 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 (all locations): $49,920 - $62,400. The range reflects the amount WSP believes it might pay, based on education, experience, skills, and location. WSP reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, advisors, and construction managers. WSP designs lasting solutions across buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets, and partners with clients to help communities prosper.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
Notice to Third Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP. WSP may hire such candidates without fee.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Professional Services
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Entry-Level Substation Drafter
role at
WSP in the U.S.
Job Description WSP is currently initiating a search for an Entry-Level Substation Drafter for our Austin, Texas office. Be involved in projects with our Power Delivery Substation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.
This Opportunity The Entry-Level Substation Drafter will share responsibility with the rest of the department to produce a product consistent with WSP's mission statement and our culture. They are expected to support the department in achieving its goals, maintain high-quality standards, promote teamwork and meet the needs of our clients.
Your Impact
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.
Participate in all aspects of transmission line design for new lines, relocations, upgrades, and fiber optic additions.
Draft and design substation projects that include physical and civil layout drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Learn, understand, and implement CAD knowledge; learn client standards; follow POWER's standards, procedures, and processes; collaborate on design issues and seek guidance from experienced colleagues.
Required Qualifications
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and anti-drug/alcohol/harassment policies.
Associates/technical degree in an accredited drafting program, or sufficient industry experience.
0-1 years AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience.
Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills.
Legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation, preferably in an engineering environment.
Experience with a 3D CAD system.
Knowledge of substation electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and/or substation physical/civil drawings.
Experience working with scaled drawings.
Working knowledge of survey coordinate systems.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with File Management Systems.
Strong background in mathematics.
Reliable, detail-oriented self-starter who takes ownership of assigned tasks.
Disclaimer
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career. These include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance; 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 (all locations): $49,920 - $62,400. The range reflects the amount WSP believes it might pay, based on education, experience, skills, and location. WSP reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, advisors, and construction managers. WSP designs lasting solutions across buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets, and partners with clients to help communities prosper.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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.
Notice to Third Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP. WSP may hire such candidates without fee.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Professional Services
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