Drafter​/Process Improvement Technician

Drafter / Process Improvement Technician

Requisition Number: DRAFT
003489

The Engineering Technician supports engineering teams through entry‑level drafting and design production. This role focuses on production model and drawing development of construction drawing packages based on various datasets and engineer input, completing engineer markups during the design process, preparing design concepts, completing as‑built drawings, and creating or modifying details. The Technician also provides drafting support to the engineering disciplines to develop and maintain drawing standards and supports multi‑discipline efforts to improve workflow, engineering, and drafting processes through incremental process improvements.

• Drafting Support (80%)
  • Assist engineers, designers, and drafters with preparation of drawings using AutoCAD, Revit, or similar platforms and revise drawings based on redlines, markups, and engineering input.
  • Produce clear, accurate, and complete construction documents in accordance with company and industry standards.
  • Coordinate with engineers and designers to ensure accuracy and consistency across deliverables.
  • Maintain and apply drawing standards, templates, and file organization practices.
  • Assist with cost estimate quantity takeoffs, preliminary concept / layout drawings, and develop project specific details.
• Process Improvement & Efficiency (20%)
  • Support identification of inefficiencies in drafting and engineering workflows through coordination with department personnel.
  • Collaborate with engineering and drafting personnel to identify future enhancements to document production and data handling processes.
  • Document and communicate possible process improvements and efficiency opportunities using improved local tools (spreadsheets, templates, etc.), AI‑based tools, or other identified solutions.
  • Support evaluation, testing, and implementation of Salas O’Brien AI drafting tools.
  • Help maintain and improve templates, standards, and digital workflows.

• Educational Background
  : BS in a science or technical related field.
• Experience
  :
  • 0–2 years of experience in drafting, engineering support, or a related technical field including internship or academic experience in drafting.
• Technical Skills
  :
  • Familiarity with drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, or similar).
  • Basic understanding and experience using automation, scripting (Python, Power Shell, or similar), and AI tools.
  • Familiarity with engineering drawing standards and workflows.
  • Experience with document control or file management systems.
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn drafting standards and engineering processes.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with engineers and project teams.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and e‑mail applications.
  • Effective interpersonal skills and strong communication (written and verbal).
  • Confident and ambitious problem solver.
  • Creative and innovative – self‑directed initiative.
  • Collaborative – work independently but readily seek guidance.
  • Adaptable – flexible and willing to work on various projects and tasks.
  • Detail‑oriented.

Additional Eligibility

Qualifications:

Valid / Unrestricted driver’s license.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen for Security Clearance requirements.
• Ability to obtain a clearance from the Defense Security Service and other Federal Government Agencies.
• Most work is performed in an office environment.
• Field investigations and construction support require regular trips to operating facilities and active construction sites.

This position will be filled through our Merritt Island, FL office. A hybrid work environment is anticipated with a balance of working from the office (in person) and from home (remote).

Up to 25%. Willingness to travel to project locations.

• Regularly spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers.
• Regularly move from sitting to standing positions effortlessly.
• Perform inspections and provide construction support may require climbing ladders and stairs and accessing spaces such as roofs, basements, crawl spaces, or…