Mechanical Drafter 2 - Nuclear Power

Sargent & Lundy • Wilmington, DE

8d • $46,989 - $67,566 • Hybrid

About The Position

This entry-level position offers the opportunity to develop mechanical drafting skills as part of a multidisciplinary team of designers and engineers preparing design drawings from design input. The role involves using computer-aided drafting tools and receiving hands-on training in 3D design software environments such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation, as well as Sargent & Lundy’s proprietary design databases.

The drafter creates scaled master sketches showing how proposed installations relate to existing facilities, including specifications and dimensions. The role may also include accompanying experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather project information and explaining drawings to vendors and construction contractors so appropriate design adjustments can be made. The position has a hybrid work schedule, with work split between the office and home.

Sargent & Lundy does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position. Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package and may be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree with an emphasis in mechanical drafting.
• Basic knowledge of standard computer drafting tools, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without computer assistance.
• Ability to multitask across projects.
• The employer does not sponsor U.S. work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using AutoCAD and MicroStation software.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles used to produce technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of applying engineering science and technology, including relating equipment to a technical design.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design drawings from design input as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Use and develop computer-aided drafting skills, including through hands-on training in 3D design software and proprietary design databases.
• Create scaled master sketches showing proposed installations in relation to existing facilities, with specifications and dimensions.
• May accompany experienced designers on walkdowns at client facilities to gather design information.
• May explain drawings to vendors and construction contractors to support appropriate design adjustments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Eligible positions may include a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree