Los Alamos National Laboratory · 9 hours ago
Designer/Drafter 3/4
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $101K/yr
3+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking a skilled and experienced Designer/Drafter to support projects within facilities at LANL, focusing on systems, structure, and component modifications and new installations. The role involves working as part of a design team to assess, provide design and drafting support, and contribute to the laboratory's mission.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Learn more about design and drafting from seasoned designers and drafters
See how your skills can contribute to national security
See your ideas come to life on paper and in construction
Learn how to be a contributing team member
Develop engineering judgement
Develop Design skills
Advanced knowledge in understanding engineering design
Leadership of other Designers and Drafters
Training and mentoring of junior designers
Provide organizational improvements and leadership
Possess advanced skill in the utilization of drafter tools
Expert proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD
Ability to layout systems in schematic and plan view
Ability to create schedule sheets
Ability to follow drafting standards
Proficient at field-verification and documentation of existing conditions for respective discipline(s)
Familiarity with typical design deliverables for your respective discipline(s)
Ability to verify work from other Designer/Drafters in accordance with drafting standards
Experience working in diverse teams, collaborating on designs from rough sketches with minimal guidance from a senior level technician
Proficient functioning as a member of a multi-discipline design team
Demonstrated ability to communicate well, both written and verbally
Ability to mentor junior Designer/Drafters
Advanced skills in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and product data management (PDM) software tools used to produce models, drawings, layouts and sketches of components or systems
Advanced level understanding of modeling and drawing drafting principals, application of standards, symbols, notes, GD&T on drawings and models to capture design intent
Advanced understanding of ASME, ANSI, AWS and related industry standards for addressing fit, form and function
Advanced knowledge of principles for design, fabrication, assembly and fielding of components and mechanisms
Advanced understanding of component and tool design, fixturing, and facility equipment
Advanced understanding of engineering materials and their suitability for component design and manufacture
Advanced understanding of engineering, design, and drafting concepts related to one or more of the following disciplines: civil, architectural, mechanical, electro/mechanical, structural or electrical
Ability to mentor other designer/drafters
Experience with preparing and presenting AutoCAD training to classes of 20-30 Drafter/Designer
Qualification
Required
Expert proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD
Ability to layout systems in schematic and plan view
Ability to create schedule sheets
Ability to follow drafting standards
Proficient at field-verification and documentation of existing conditions for respective discipline(s)
Familiarity with typical design deliverables for your respective discipline(s)
Ability to verify work from other Designer/Drafters in accordance with drafting standards
Experience working in diverse teams, collaborating on designs from rough sketches with minimal guidance from a senior level technician
Proficient functioning as a member of a multi-discipline design team
Demonstrated ability to communicate well, both written and verbally
Ability to mentor junior Designer/Drafters
Advanced skills in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and product data management (PDM) software tools used to produce models, drawings, layouts and sketches of components or systems
Advanced level understanding of modeling and drawing drafting principals, application of standards, symbols, notes, GD&T on drawings and models to capture design intent
Advanced understanding of ASME, ANSI, AWS and related industry standards for addressing fit, form and function
Advanced knowledge of principles for design, fabrication, assembly and fielding of components and mechanisms
Advanced understanding of component and tool design, fixturing, and facility equipment
Advanced understanding of engineering materials and their suitability for component design and manufacture
Advanced understanding of engineering, design, and drafting concepts related to one or more of the following disciplines: civil, architectural, mechanical, electro/mechanical, structural or electrical
Ability to mentor other designer/drafters
Experience with preparing and presenting AutoCAD training to classes of 20-30 Drafter/Designer
Position requires an Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Position requires an Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Knowledge of DOE and LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principals and procedures
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid maternity and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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