Drafter/Designer
About The Position
Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places. Stratus recently partnered with Kestrel Engineering Group and we're currently hiring for a Drafter/Designer to join our team. The role will support all project phases, with a particular focus in detailed engineering.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in mechanical engineering technology or design drafting preferred. Candidates without a degree, but with exceptional experience, will also be considered
- High proficiency in using Autodesk based CAD systems (AutoCAD, Navisworks, Vault, etc.)
- Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is required
Nice To Haves
- 3D design and modeling experience preferred.
- Revit experience is also preferred
- Prior consulting experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- With minimal supervision, assists lead designers & engineers with basic design & drafting of various disciplines from verbal direction & redlines, subsequently providing familiarity with the programs, staff and operating procedures of the company
- Field verification in existing facilities by either traditional measuring techniques and/or 3D Laser Scanning
- Responsible for assistance in preparation of design drawings and sketches utilizing 3D modeling software and Laser Scans with directions from lead designers & engineers
Benefits
- Education and Professional Licensing
- flexible, hybrid work
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
- 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
- Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
