WSP in Africa

Design Support Assistant (Mission Critical/Data Center)

WSP in Africa  •  Milwaukee, WI (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

This Opportunity

We’re seeking a Design Support Assistant to join our growing ICT team. This entry-level role is ideal for candidates transitioning into BIM and telecommunications design, offering the opportunity to build hands-on experience in Revit-based modeling and technical production.

You’ll support the development of telecom/ICT drawing packages while working alongside experienced engineers and designers on mission-critical data center projects.

Your Impact

  • Revit & BIM Development:
    Build foundational skills in Revit modeling, supporting the development of 3D models and coordinated drawing sets for telecommunications infrastructure.
  • Technical Production Support:
    Assist in preparing 2D drawings and 3D models using Revit and CAD tools, contributing to accurate and organized design packages.
  • Documentation & Coordination:
    Support annotation, titleblock updates, and drawing organization while learning industry standards for telecom design documentation.
  • Quality & Detail Focus:
    Apply strong attention to detail to review drawings, track updates, and help maintain consistency and quality across deliverables.
  • Team Collaboration:
    Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, learning design processes and contributing to project coordination efforts.
  • Professional Growth:
    Gain exposure to telecom and data center design workflows, with structured opportunities to develop technical capabilities and advance within the ICT team.

Who You Are

  • A motivated professional transitioning into BIM, telecommunications, or construction-related design
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality in work products
  • A proactive learner building technical skills in Revit and design tools
  • Collaborative and adaptable, with strong communication and organizational skills
  • Interested in developing a career in ICT, telecom infrastructure, or data center design

Your Experience & Skills

Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Exposure to Revit, AutoCAD, or similar design software (academic, training, or personal development acceptable)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Coursework or training in Revit/BIM (MEP exposure a plus)
  • Familiarity with 3D modeling concepts, documentation, or construction workflows
  • Demonstrated ability to manage tasks independently and stay organized
  • Experience in customer-facing roles demonstrating reliability, accountability, and problem-solving

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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 in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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 other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

WSP in Africa

About WSP in Africa

We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.

From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.​

Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.​

Visit us at https://www.wsp.com/en-ZA/

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Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
1885
Website
wsp.com
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