Designer/Drafter ; Structural Designer
Listed on 2026-02-03
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Engineering
Structural Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering, Quality Engineering
Overview
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at the Designer/Drafter 1 or 2, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. The Plutonium Facilities Engineering Division (PFE-DO) and the Designer/Drafters Group (PFE-DD) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) are seeking a Structural Designer. Apply your structural expertise where it truly matters-join our exceptional Plutonium Facilities Engineering team.
Here, innovation and critical thinking are at the heart of everything we do, and every voice has the power to shape meaningful solutions. This is your opportunity to contribute to vital systems that safeguard national security and drive real-world impact!
Designer/Drafter 1 — Salary range: $48,500 – $75,000
Responsibilities – Designer/Drafter 1- As a Designer/Drafter 1, be part of a multidisciplinary engineering design team responsible for assessing, maintaining, and upgrading structural and facility systems at LANL.
- Support structural engineering efforts in compliance with regulatory and technical standards including DOE Orders and national codes such as ASME, ASCE, ACI, AISC, and IBC.
- Produce two-dimensional and three-dimensional structural drawings and models (plans, sections, elevations, details) under the direction of a structural engineer.
- Support the evaluation and documentation of existing structural systems (foundations, concrete, steel framing, masonry, and structural connections).
- Participate in facility walkdowns to document conditions, identify deficiencies, and verify as-built conditions in operational environments.
- Assist with quantity take-offs and preparation of design recommendations for engineer review.
- Support initial design solutions for new facilities, structural modifications, renovations, seismic upgrades, and repairs in accordance with applicable building codes and DOE requirements.
- Assist with the preparation of drawing packages that comply with LANL BIM and CAD standards, drafting conventions, and document control requirements.
- Contribute to drawing coordination and quality as a team member in a highly regulated, safety-conscious environment.
Learning and development (Designer/Drafter
1)
- Structural drafting and design practices specific to laboratory and DOE/NNSA facilities
- How structural design supports mission-critical and national security infrastructure
- Application of codes, standards, and safety basis considerations to real-world projects
- Professional engineering judgment and attention to detail
- Teamwork, communication, and leadership skills within a technical organization
Designer/Drafter 2 — Salary range: $53,700 – $82,500
In addition to the responsibilities outlined for Designer/Drafter 1, the Designer/Drafter 2 will perform more advanced drafting and design support functions with increasing independence and technical judgment. Additional duties include:
- Apply working knowledge of structural engineering principles to develop detailed drawings for concrete, steel, masonry, and miscellaneous structural components.
- Produce and maintain complete structural drawing packages, including general notes, details, schedules, and references to applicable codes and standards.
- Demonstrate familiarity with industry and government standards such as ASME, ASCE, ACI, AISC, IBC and relevant DOE and LANL Engineering Standards.
- Support designs that consider seismic, wind, load path, and safety-related performance requirements for DOE facilities.
- Resolve drawing and engineering package issues by facilitating reviews and collaborating with structural engineers, other disciplines, and stakeholders.
- Support constructability reviews, fabrication coordination, and field-related clarifications during construction or modification activities.
- Apply LANL configuration management, document control, and Conduct of Engineering practices to all work products.
Education/Experience
Education/Experience at lower level:
High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year of related experience.
Education/Experience at higher level:
High School diploma or equivalent…
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