Design Drafter

The expected hiring range for this position is: $31.13-$37.96.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

The Design Drafter prepares and electronically stores components, assembly models, and drawings, to satisfy design requirements for mechanical or electrical systems, utilizing Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and other job-related software applications, ensuring compliance and consistency to professional standards.

• Prepares and creates schematics, layouts, and other related documents.
• Creates moderately complex 3D models and makes some design calculations. Recommends approach to be followed in developing drawings, as circumstances require.
• Provides information to assist with procurement, fabrication, assembly, installation, and other aspects of the completed design.
• Performs field investigations to assist in resolving design issues, as circumstances require.
• Interacts with vendors, requestors, fabricators, and machine shops, as circumstances require.
• Maintains and updates related files and databases; electronically stores archives of drawings.
• Assists engineers with engineering analysis using model measurement tools.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

High School Degree (or technical certificate) and 4+ years of related work experience.

• Intermediate knowledge of Computer Aided Design systems and ability to produce moderately complex mechanical, electrical, or structural sub-assemblies.
• Intermediate understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) application.

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

Onsite:
This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia Office.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite day care

Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer…