Level 1 and Level 2 Drafter

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Drafter to work in our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) Drafting department. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our Materials and Fuels Complex with every Friday off.

INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for DOE-NE, providing much of the nuclear research, development, and demonstration capability needed to move nuclear innovation forward to deployment. MFC hosts a unique combination of personnel, facilities and infrastructure and offers the ability to perform research and development of nuclear fuels from fuel development and fabrication through post irradiation analysis.

You will plan, lay out, prepare, and revise engineering drawings manually or by using computer-aided design equipment in one or more areas of specialization, e.g., architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, or electrical drafting, working from notes, sketches, or general instructions.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare complex new drawings and perform drawing changes consistent with company and nationally recognized procedures and standards. This will include 2D line work and 3D modeling.
• Assist in the determination of drawing elements, i.e., dimensions, part/component selection, tolerance, and design and process parameters. Evaluate design input from project engineers while working with design engineers.
• Make required mathematical calculations (i.e., geometric, tolerance stack-up calculations).
• Work with design engineers to specify parts, assemblies, and installation.
• May contribute design modification ideas to improve the quality of the product or facilitate construction/fabrication.
• Provide field/as-built documentation support.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Creo, AutoCAD, Revit, and other modeling software.
• Occasionally collaborate with professionals outside of the home organization.
• Report progress appropriately to project and line management as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of drafting techniques.
• Knowledge of and experience in the use of nationally recognized standards (e.g., ANSI, ASME, MIL-STD, etc.).
• Understanding of various types of drawings (e.g., Architectural, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical/instrumentation, etc.).
• Ability to understand and interpret ANSI/ASME Y14 Drafting standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 1: High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years related experience.
• Level 2: High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years related experience.

Preferred:

• Vocational certificate in drafting or related experience.
• Working knowledge of producing engineering drawings to ASME Y14 Standards.
• Familiar with welding symbol per American Welding Society (AWS) codes.
• Working knowledge of creating weldment and assembly engineering 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Working knowledge of 3D parametric software (PTC Creo (Preferred), Autodesk Inventor, Dassault Solidworks, Siemens NX).
• Working knowledge of a Data Manager (PTC Windchill, Autodesk Vault, Solidworks PDM, Siemens Teamcenter).
• Familiar with high precision machine components and assemblies.
• Mathematical and Critical Thinking Skills.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field environment, which may include construction sites. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be exposed to discomforts associated with constant monitoring of computer video display screens. Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior and various responsibilities.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 1 ($22.43/hour - $37.00/hour) / Level 2 ($25.79/hour0 $42.54/hour). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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