Associate Drafting Technician

## Associate Drafting TechnicianApplylocations: Las Cruces, New Mexico: Colorado Springs, Colorado: Huntsville, Alabama: Remote - U.S.time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R2123907**Title:**Associate Drafting Technician**Program Summary**KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. Our Las Cruces, NM office is an engineering and manufacturing facility that provides solutions for our customers with safety and quality at the forefront of our operations.**Why Join KBR?**· Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges· Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment· Competitive pay and great company culture**Job Summary**KBR is seeking an Associate Drafting Technician to support advanced engineering projects within our Las Cruces, NM facility. The Associate Drafting Technician supports the creation of detailed technical drawings under direct supervision, working from sketches, marked-up prints, and established design references. This role involves preparing simple, clearly visualized drawings using manual drafting techniques or Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) tools. The technician follows well-defined procedures and receives guidance and review from senior drafters or supervisors to ensure accuracy and compliance with drafting standards. The position requires careful attention to detail, proper application of dimensioning techniques, and consistent use of templates, tools, and CAD methodologies. This role is ideal for early‐career drafting professionals seeking to grow their skills in a structured and supportive technical environment.**Roles and Responsibilities**· Prepare basic drawings and sketches of components or equipment from rough sketches, marked-up prints, or verbal instructions.· Use manual drafting tools (pencil, pen, templates) or CAD software to produce clear and accurate drawings that follow established design guidelines.· Apply correct dimensioning techniques and perform basic calculations to ensure drawings are accurate and to scale.· Extract graphics or details from 3D models, CAD databases, or non‐graphical data sources as assigned.· Maintain consistent drafting practices by referencing templates, established standards, and supervisor guidance.· Revise drawings based on feedback, ensuring all changes align with technical requirements and drafting conventions.· Prepare electrical schematics and connection diagrams from rough sketches using knowledge of component relationships within a circuit.· Perform quality checks on all work to ensure accuracy before supervisor review and approval.· Support senior drafters by clarifying design intent and supplementing documentation where needed.· Perform other duties as assigned**Basic Qualifications**· High school diploma or equivalent.· Minimum of 1 year of drafting experience, either through coursework, internships, or professional work.· Basic knowledge of manual drafting techniques and familiarity with CAD systems.· Ability to interpret simple sketches, diagrams, and marked-up prints.· Must be a U.S. citizen with valid documentation**Preferred Qualifications**· Experience with Autodesk Inventor, AutoCad Electrical or similar CAD modeling software· Coursework or vocational training in drafting, engineering graphics, or a closely related field.· Familiarity with basic electrical schematic drafting or mechanical drafting practices.**Hourly Range:** $20.19/hr - $30.29/hr*The hourly range posted is based on Las Cruces, NM. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s location, knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience, contract affordability, and in consideration of internal parity***KBR Benefits**KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr