COMPA Industries, Inc. ยท 5 hours ago
Senior Design Specialists
COMPA Industries is searching for a Senior Design Specialist to support engineering and construction projects. This role involves developing high-quality engineering design drawings and providing design leadership while mentoring junior drafters.
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Responsibilities
Originate and produce engineering drawings with minimal supervision
Perform complete design, layout, and checking of Communications & Security Systems and other discipline drawings
Create new drawings, modify existing drawings, develop minor design details, and ensure the technical correctness of designs
Conduct design calculations including tray/conduit fill, link loss, space allocation, breaker sizing, and other project-specific needs
Perform field walkdowns with minimal guidance to verify existing conditions and inform design updates
Provide field support to resolve drawing conflicts, prepare supplemental sketches, and clarify design questions
Interpret and check supplier drawings and multi-discipline drawings for design compatibility
Utilize MS Word, Excel, Outlook, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and related software at an advanced level
Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local design codes (DOE experience preferred)
Maintain accurate design records, calculations, and backup documentation
Support in training and mentoring junior designers and drafters, sharing best practices and improving work processes
Function as Lead Designer when required, ensuring drawing quality, schedule adherence, and proper work delegation
Assist supervisors with progress reports, manpower forecasts, work plans, and technical problem resolution
Promote DE&I principles across team interactions
May be required to travel for business-related needs
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship
Minimum of 10 years of progressive drafting/design experience related to engineering and construction
Accredited associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience producing complex engineering design drawings
Experience performing field walkdowns
Experience developing 3D models
Experience interpreting multi-discipline engineering data
Experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and related CAD tools
Background in drafting/design for disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, structural, civil, communications, fire protection, or architectural
Ability to interpret plans, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, OSP/SCS/BIC drawings, and cable schedules
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to complete detailed, time-sensitive work with a high degree of accuracy
Preferred
Nuclear experience
S3D experience
DOE experience
Experience functioning as a Lead Designer on engineering projects
Knowledge of supplier catalogs and engineering materials/equipment
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Meaningful work
Opportunities to contribute to national security and advanced engineering programs