Designer​/Drafter

What You Will Do

The Engineering Services Division (ES-DO) of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) develops, maintains, and applies a diverse set of engineering capabilities to provide innovative engineering solutions that enable the Laboratory's scientific and national security mission. Engineering Services - Weapons Project Delivery (ES-WPD) is seeking a skilled and experienced Designer/Drafter to join our team in support of implementing projects within facilities at LANL in support of systems, structure and component modifications and new installations.

This position supports nuclear, accelerator or non-nuclear facilities across 38 square miles of the Laboratory. If you're eager to support the Laboratory's scientific and national security mission, this opportunity is for you!

As a Designer/Drafter 5, you will work as part of a design team assessing, providing design and drafting support aimed at maintaining and upgrading facility systems ular functions include but are not limited to: creating detailed three-dimensional and two-dimensional facility designs, producing calculations and design recommendations; developing initial design solutions for new facilities, additions, renovations and repairs for Engineer review and approval;

working in a strong team‑work environment; mentoring junior‑level drafters. You will also continue to expand your knowledge and experience by:

• Advancing knowledge in understanding engineering design
• Leading other Designers and Drafters
• Training and mentoring junior designers
• Providing organizational improvements and leadership
• Advancing skills in the utilization of drafter tools

Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD
• Expert level understanding of modeling and drawing drafting principles, application of standards, symbols, notes, GD&T on drawings and models to capture design intent. Demonstrates consistent excellence in application of standards, dimensioning schemes, materials, codes and production methods.
• Expert knowledge of principles for design, fabrication, assembly and fielding of components and mechanisms
• Expert knowledge of schematics and facility equipment
• Expert knowledge of engineering materials and their suitability for component design and manufacture

Discipline‑Specific Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of engineering, design, and drafting concepts related to a mechanical, electrical or structural discipline
• Expert knowledge of ASME, ANSI, AWS and related industry standards for addressing fit, form and function. Subject matter expert of industry, regulatory policies pertinent to one or more engineering disciplines.

Teamwork and Communication

• Recognized as lead on team and subject matter expert on collaboration of designs, from rough sketches with minimal guidance from a senior level technician

Education/

Experience:

Position requires an Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of DOE and LANL Engineering Standards and Conduct of Engineering principles and procedures

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement…