Drafting Technician

KBR, Inc. • Columbia, MD

1d • $50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

KBR is seeking a competent Person Who Will Work closely with Engineers, Designers, and mechanical personnel to prepare various manufacturing layout drawings, electrical drawings, schematics, illustrations, three-dimensional models, and other types of drawings required for technical documentation. Uses broad knowledge of mechanical and electrical devices, engineering mathematics, manufacturing methods, and related drafting practices to develop equipment, accessory fabrication, and assembly drawings within established dimensional and weight limits. Performs engineering design work in interpreting available designs others have prepared or completing missing design details. Completes technical drawings using 2D & 3D CAD based upon familiarity with the construction and functions of equipment and utilizing knowledge of electronic circuits, controls, and components. Completes the most complex and challenging designs and layouts for complete systems and components of a project. Checks drawings for compliance with engineering requirements and drafting standards related to dimensional tolerances and design layout of form, fit, and function. Provides guidance on resolving technical issues associated with drawing content and presentation—coordinates drafting resources on program projects. Provides production CAD support and organizes the CAD environment. Develops, implements, and enforces department CAD standards based on department requirements and current industry practices. Develops and manages drafting processes, including product lifecycle definition and management, document/revision control, technical drawing libraries, and CAD tools.

Requirements

• Five (5) years of mechanical drawing, computer-aided design, and illustrative design or commercial art experience.
• Two (2) years’ experience with AutoCAD v14 or later.
• Two (2) years of experience preparing and revising drawings, schematics, logic diagrams, and block diagrams.
• Training in Graphics Arts, Industrial Design, or Engineering Design.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Two (2) years’ experience with Autodesk Inventor 2019 version or later.
• Familiar with Autodesk Vault (CAD data management) software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare various manufacturing layout drawings, electrical drawings, schematics, illustrations, three-dimensional models, and other types of drawings required for technical documentation.
• Develop equipment, accessory fabrication, and assembly drawings within established dimensional and weight limits.
• Perform engineering design work in interpreting available designs others have prepared or completing missing design details.
• Complete technical drawings using 2D & 3D CAD based upon familiarity with the construction and functions of equipment and utilizing knowledge of electronic circuits, controls, and components.
• Complete the most complex and challenging designs and layouts for complete systems and components of a project.
• Check drawings for compliance with engineering requirements and drafting standards related to dimensional tolerances and design layout of form, fit, and function.
• Provide guidance on resolving technical issues associated with drawing content and presentation—coordinates drafting resources on program projects.
• Provide production CAD support and organizes the CAD environment.
• Develop, implement, and enforce department CAD standards based on department requirements and current industry practices.
• Develop and manage drafting processes, including product lifecycle definition and management, document/revision control, technical drawing libraries, and CAD tools.

Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits, including a 401 (k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees