Structural Drafter

Overview

POWER Engineers, a member of WSP, is initiating a search for a Structural Drafter for our St Louis, MO office. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Civil/Structural Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

• Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the job site, surveys, schematic designs, technical drawings, and other matrices to support drafting and design activities.
• Under general supervision, use 2D and/or 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software to produce basic design details and prepare drawings.
• Assist with verifying calculations, design, and interpretation of plans, and escalating any issues or technical problems for appropriate resolution.
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
• Assure plans adhere to client and WSP standards.
• Responsible for learning, understanding, and implementing client’s CAD standards, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of industry standard concrete, rebar, and structural steel detailing practices.
• Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by the engineer.
• Ensure dimensions, materials, and quality for assigned projects meet the contract requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned tasks.
• Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with other team members.
• 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.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of 3 year of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior drafting and design support experience.
• Familiar with drafting and design support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques.
• 3 years minimum drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station software and the ability to produce shop drawings.
• Capable of producing Steel and Foundation Plans, Sections, and Elevation Views.
• Capable of preparing structural Bill of Materials.
• Familiar with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Excellent research and evaluation skills with an analytical mindset.
• Capable of interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
• Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Basic proficiency 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.

• Associate’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
• Essential professional licensure/certification.