Engineering Technician at Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Frisco, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Design, Grading, Roadway Design, Drainage Design, Water Design, Sewer Design, CAD Software, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Construction Documents, Project Coordination, Technical Skills, Client Requirements, Surveying, Communication, Design Solutions

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Description Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking Senior Engineering Tech to join our team in our Frisco, TX office. In this role, you will take the lead on engineering design efforts for public infrastructure projects, including grading, roadway, drainage, water, and sewer design. Westwood is a national civil engineering consulting firm that provides a variety of career opportunities across multiple disciplines for both public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes excellent health care, 401(k) matching, profit sharing, paid time off, professional career resources, significant growth opportunities, and an outstanding company culture. Requirements Selects, recommends, performs, and directs procedures and preparation of preliminary and final design Assist in coordination with other in-house disciplines and sub-consultant services Prepares plan documents and supporting design calculations Demonstrates knowledge and application of engineering principles and suggests design changes Quality check drawings and plans of substantial complexity, and may perform some multifaceted calculations Adhere to Westwood CAD document control standards and file organization structure Able to delegate CAD assignments and determine methods and procedures Independently performs assignments on basic design elements Provides training and coordination with CAD Technicians, Graduate Engineers, and Engineering Interns Coordinates work activities to maintain project deadlines, budgets, and ensure projects are completed on schedule Prepare grading designs, plans, and profiles of roadways and utilities Prepare complete civil construction documents/improvement plan sets Review and understand jurisdictional code requirements and implement in the design Prepare construction cost estimates/quantity takeoffs Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control of work product Assist in the submittal of project documents Assist in jurisdictional coordination, response to comments, and preparation of submittal documents Maintain open communication with Project Manager and design team Required Skills Able to prepare grading plans with little direction from supervisor or team leader Understands drainage, water, sewer design elements Understand surveying mapping Competent technical skills required to complete basic engineering tasks Pro-actively pursues design solutions Exercises sound independent judgement Strong understanding of local and agency standards, codes, and policies Strong understanding of client requirements Ability to estimate man-hours for specific tasks Advanced knowledge of CAD software Able to identify and obtain necessary data to complete design Able to maintain organized CAD drawings and draws with precision Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and able to write, send, and process email Able to maintain a task list and set the priority of tasks to achieve project milestones and deadlines Able to write justification letters for elements of designs and submittal packages Qualifications 5+ years' experience working with AutoCAD Civil 3D High School Diploma or equivalent and 5+ years relevant experience Associate's degree preferred Public Infrastructure experience a plus About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood) At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve. Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative “One Team” mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do. We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients’ success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make. We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work. Join us in creating a better world. In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide. Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Responsibilities

The Engineering Technician will lead engineering design efforts for public infrastructure projects, including grading, roadway, drainage, water, and sewer design. They will also prepare plan documents, perform quality checks, and coordinate with other disciplines to ensure project deadlines are met.