Designer/Drafter I & II

Longenecker & Associates•Los Alamos, NM

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, seeks a motivated Designer/Drafter I and II to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM . We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family. POSITION DESCRIPTION Drafter I - Produces and details routine drawings/layouts of basic components, facilities and/or systems. Generates and/or modifies two-dimensional drawings based on information from others. Develops basic computer-aided design (CAD) drawings and design models under the direction of a senior designer. Drafter II - Produces and details routine drawings/layouts of components, facilities and/or systems. Generates and/or modifies computer-aided design (CAD) drawings of moderate complexity based on information from others. Uses industry codes, standards, and customer specifications to prepare work plans, drawings and layouts. Works with engineering team to ensure drawing quality. Develops CAD drawings and design models under the direction of a senior designer. Performs calculations in support of technical problems. Applies engineering design principles to design and fabrication of components and assemblies as directed. Produces work in accordance with budget and schedule constraints. Understands fabrication, construction, operation, and maintenance requirements relevant to designated discipline. Works independently and as part of a team. Participates in process improvement activities.

Requirements

Prior experience with drafting tools, specifically CAD.
Mechanical drafting experience.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance.
Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below)
Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
Drafter I - Position typically requires a high school diploma and a minimum one-to-two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Drafter II - Position typically requires a high school diploma and three-to-five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Current Q Clearance.
Experience with BIM (Building Integrated Model)
CAD Certification.

Responsibilities

Produces and details routine drawings/layouts of basic components, facilities and/or systems.
Generates and/or modifies two-dimensional drawings based on information from others.
Develops basic computer-aided design (CAD) drawings and design models under the direction of a senior designer.
Generates and/or modifies computer-aided design (CAD) drawings of moderate complexity based on information from others.
Uses industry codes, standards, and customer specifications to prepare work plans, drawings and layouts.
Works with engineering team to ensure drawing quality.
Performs calculations in support of technical problems.
Applies engineering design principles to design and fabrication of components and assemblies as directed.
Produces work in accordance with budget and schedule constraints.
Understands fabrication, construction, operation, and maintenance requirements relevant to designated discipline.
Works independently and as part of a team.
Participates in process improvement activities.