CAD Designer Drafter

Job Description

Job Description

Designer/Drafter 2

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for Designer/Drafter 2 positions for the Los Alamos National Laboratory!

Salary: $33-$40/hr

Location: Los Alamos, NM (100% onsite)

Citizenship: US citizenship Required

Work Schedule: 4/10s, Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Clearance: Must have the ability to obtain Q Clearance

  Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

• Candidates must be able to work 100% onsite and perform walkdowns in Radiological areas.
• Candidates must be eligible to obtain a security clearance (active clearance preferred).
• Candidates must have hands-on CAD drafting experience (AutoCAD required; applications without CAD experience will not be considered).
• Must have a valid Driver's License

Impact

The Designer/Drafter will support preconstruction and execution activities by producing detailed drawings, layouts, and material takeoffs that directly enable successful fabrication and installation efforts. This role ensures designs are accurate, constructible, and aligned with industry codes, customer specifications, and operational requirements. The position contributes to mission-critical mechanical, electrical, and fire suppression system projects within a highly regulated technical environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Produce and detail routine drawings and layouts of components, facilities, and systems
• Generate and modify computer-aided design (CAD) drawings of moderate complexity based on provided information
• Use industry codes, standards, and customer specifications to prepare work plans, drawings, and layouts
• Work with engineering teams to ensure drawing quality and accuracy
• Develop CAD drawings and design models under the direction of a senior designer
• Perform calculations in support of technical problems
• Apply engineering design principles to the design and fabrication of components and assemblies
• Produce work in accordance with budget and schedule constraints
• Participate in two-phase design review cycles (initial and final reviews)
• Conduct design reviews prior to construction to ensure readiness for execution
• Develop shop drawings with dimensions to support craft installation
• Perform material takeoffs from native files and support procurement with accurate material ordering
• Understand fabrication, construction, operation, and maintenance requirements relevant to the designated discipline
• Conduct walkdowns in TA-55, PF4, and various warehouses (government vehicle provided)
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Participate in process improvement activities

Minimum Qualifications

Designer/Drafter 2

• High school diploma and 3–5 years of related drafting/design experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience using CAD drafting tools (AutoCAD preferred)
• Ability to perform work onsite in a radiological environment (PF4)
• Ability to work 4/10 schedule (Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
• U.S. citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance

Desired Skills

• Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) or 3D modeling tools
• Mechanical drafting experience (primary focus), with exposure to electrical and fire suppression systems
• Experience supporting preconstruction design reviews and material takeoffs
• Strong attention to detail and drawing quality
• Trustworthy, dedicated, and team-oriented
• Ability to work under mentorship initially and transition to independent contributor

Education And Experience Requirements

• Designer/Drafter 2: 3–5 years of related experience
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. CAD certification is highly beneficial.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs, for our employees. We invest in and serve the communities where we work and live. We provide best-in-class administrative, professional, and technical services to solve complex problems to meet customer mission-critical objectives.

For over 30 years, Compa has been a trusted partner in progress. We combine decades of technical expertise with a forward-thinking spirit, tackling intricate challenges in nuclear facilities alongside the brightest minds in science and engineering. Join us, and don't just build your career, build the future, with competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the chance to make a real difference for national security and beyond.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation