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Senior MicroStation Designer

WSP USA
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2025

WSP USA Senior MicroStation Designer in Chicago, Illinois

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP is currently seeking a Full-Time Senior MicroStation Designer for our offices in Chicago (preferred), IL, Tampa, FL, or Houston, TX. Join our Pipeline Engineering Team and become a key player in delivering projects that meet our clients’ objectives and address their challenges. The ideal candidate will collaborate with engineers and other designers to develop comprehensive engineering drawing sets.

Your Impact

  • Perform complex CAD assignments using MicroStation, applying drafting techniques under limited supervision.
  • Create, modify, and update utility drawings for facility, piping, and pipeline projects —including 3D models, 2D drawings, profiles, and as-builts—ensuring compliance with company and client standards.
  • Prepare drawings for various project stages, including preliminary and final design.
  • Adhere to applicable design and drafting standards as directed by the manager.
  • Interpret field data from SUE investigations and integrate it into CAD models, ensuring accurate representation of underground utilities, including processing survey and geophysical data.
  • Work closely with SUE field crews, engineers, and project managers to translate field data into accurate and clear drawings, collaborating with other CAD technicians to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Maintain and organize project CAD files, ensuring proper version control and documentation.
  • Manipulate design tools in CAD software to create and label construction documents.
  • Conduct property and existing utility research as needed, under supervision.
  • Complete training on assigned tasks.
  • Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company resources, adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • 7 years of relevant experience, including prior drafting and design support experience.
  • HS Diploma
  • Proficiency in Bentley Systems’ MicroStation v8i.
  • Solid understanding of drafting concepts and CAD fundamentals.
  • Knowledge of piping / pipeline design, permitting documents, and construction concepts.
  • Proven ability to produce construction drawings and exhibits with minimal supervision.
  • Proficiency in manipulating design tools in CAD software.
  • Familiarity with MS Office and Bluebeam.
  • High attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to take direction.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree or Technical School Graduate in Computer-Aided Drafting & Design preferred.
  • Civil 3D CAD skills are a plus.
  • About WSP

    WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions

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