Senior CAD Geostructural Designer Technician

The Opportunity:

WSP is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior CAD Geostructural Designer Technician to join our Earth & Environment Digital Design Team in Ontario or Atlantic region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geostructural design and extensive experience with 2D/3D design CAD software. This role consists of supporting the geostructural engineering group, working with multi-discipline project teams, managing project tasks and junior to intermediate staff and providing technical and engineering design support on a wide variety of unique construction projects locally and around the world.

You will be part of a global technical community of drafting, design and BIM practitioners that collaborate, innovate, build enduring relationships, excel and grow professionally in a strong culture of ownership. We're a collaborative team with a flexible approach and we offer a wide variety of projects and cross-functional opportunities to work together.

Why choose WSP?

Why WSP? Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging

• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.

• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.

• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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The Role:

Geostructural design and drafting combines knowledge of structural drafting with an emphasis on adapting structural and other engineering discipline details to the design of below grade structures known as geostructures.

In this role, you will be responsible for the creation, modification, and analysis of complex geotechnical and structural designs using advanced 2D/3D design software. Your expertise will be instrumental in delivering innovative and practical solutions for a wide range of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• CAD Design and Modeling:
  • Utilize advanced CAD 2/3D design software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, Infraworks) to create detailed 2D and 3D models of geotechnical and structural designs, including shoring support, retaining walls, foundations, slopes, and tunnels.
  • Develop accurate and precise drawings, plans, sections, and elevations that adhere to industry standards and client specifications.
  • Review and verify the accuracy of design drawings and specifications.
• Provide technical support, mentoring and guidance to junior/intermediate CAD technicians.
• Continuous knowledge sharing, training and mentoring to develop your skills and develop your career.
• Active participant in a global technical community of like-minded practitioners.
• Responsible for quality assurance and control with adherence to global company standards, processes and best practices to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all design deliverables.
• Project Support:
  • Collaborate closely with geotechnical and structural engineers and project managers to understand project requirements and develop design solutions.
  • Review and analyze design data, calculations, and field data to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Provide technical support to project teams, including field personnel, contractors, and clients.
  • Manage project tasks, delegate and review tasks completed by junior/intermediate CAD technicians.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide input on design-related matters.
• Quality Assurance:
• Conduct thorough reviews of design documents to identify and resolve potential issues.
• Develop and implement standards and best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards, codes, and regulations to ensure compliance.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A Technician or Technology Diploma or equivalent preferably in the disciplines of civil, geotechnical, geostructural or ground engineering.

• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience in geostructural drafting and design.

• Recognized design/drafting education and/or industry equivalent certification is an asset.

• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, Infraworks and/or equivalent.

• Knowledge of other industry specific specialized software is an asset.

• Ability to visualize 2D drawing work in a 3D environment.

• Strong understanding of geostructural engineering principles and practices.

• Ability to understand, interpret and translate architectural, structural, surveying, civil and utilities drawing details contained within in 2D drawings and 3D Revit models and translate these into 2D geostructural drawings.

• Ability to read and interpret geotechnical engineering reports and borehole logs and translate these into 2D geostructural drawings.

• Ability to prepare 2D and 3D drawings utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit and other structural design software.

• Ability to understand and adapt standardized drawing details to customized project design requirements.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in design work.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Professional certification (e.g., EIT, PE) is an asset.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

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