Drafting Technician

KBR•Columbia, SC

3d•$50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

KBR is seeking a Drafting Technician to work closely with engineers, designers, and mechanical personnel to prepare manufacturing layout drawings, electrical drawings, schematics, illustrations, three-dimensional models, and other technical documentation. The role applies knowledge of mechanical and electrical devices, engineering mathematics, manufacturing methods, and drafting practices to develop equipment, accessory fabrication, and assembly drawings within established dimensional and weight limits. It also involves interpreting existing designs or completing missing design details. The technician creates technical drawings using 2D and 3D CAD, drawing on knowledge of equipment construction and functions, electronic circuits, controls, and components. The position handles complex designs and layouts for complete project systems and components; checks drawings against engineering requirements and drafting standards; guides resolution of technical drawing issues; and coordinates drafting resources on program projects. The role also provides production CAD support and organizes the CAD environment. It develops, implements, and enforces department CAD standards, and manages drafting processes such as product lifecycle definition and management, document and revision control, technical drawing libraries, and CAD tools. Candidates must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. The position is associated with KBR’s Mission Technology Solutions business, which is planned to spin off as Trinzic in January 2027; employees in the business before the separation will transition to Trinzic without reapplying.

Requirements

Five years of mechanical drawing, computer-aided design, and illustrative design or commercial art experience.
Two years of experience with AutoCAD version 14 or later.
Two years of experience preparing and revising drawings, schematics, logic diagrams, and block diagrams.
Training in Graphic Arts, Industrial Design, or Engineering Design.
Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Two years of experience with Autodesk Inventor 2019 or later.
Familiarity with Autodesk Vault CAD data management software.

Responsibilities

Work with engineers, designers, and mechanical personnel to prepare manufacturing layout drawings, electrical drawings, schematics, illustrations, 3D models, and other technical documentation.
Develop equipment, accessory fabrication, and assembly drawings within established dimensional and weight limits.
Interpret designs prepared by others and complete missing design details.
Create technical drawings using 2D and 3D CAD, applying knowledge of equipment construction and functions, electronic circuits, controls, and components.
Complete complex designs and layouts for complete project systems and components.
Check drawings for compliance with engineering requirements and drafting standards, including dimensional tolerances and design layout for form, fit, and function.
Guide the resolution of technical issues related to drawing content and presentation.
Coordinate drafting resources on program projects.
Provide production CAD support and organize 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 and revision control, technical drawing libraries, and CAD tools.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D
Flexible spending account
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Flexible work schedule
Professional training and development
Potential additional compensation, including sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance