Mechanical Design Drafter/Designer

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is focused on advancing science and technology to enhance U.S. security and global stability. They are seeking a Mechanical Design Drafter or Designer to provide drafting and design support for a variety of mechanical applications, collaborating with engineering and scientific staff to develop detailed designs and documentation.ResponsibilitiesProvide general Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical drafting and design support to lead designers, and to engineering, scientific, and technical staff to conceptualize, develop, and complete detailed designs of hardware for various mechanical applicationsTranslate requirements and constraints into detailed layouts, fabrication, and assembly drawings utilizing knowledge of CAD toolsCreate moderately complex 3D CAD models of design concepts using PTC Creo 10Develop detailed fabrication drawings, specifications, and documentation for all designsWork independently on small projects and/or contribute to large team projectsPerform basic calculations to support technical work using standard engineering formulas; analyze cost effectiveness of design, schedule, and materialsInteract productively with vendors, customers, and others outside the work unitMaintain documentation in a configuration management system (PTC Windchill PDMLink)Perform other duties as assignedProvide advanced Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical design and drafting support where overall design parameters and specifications have been establishedContribute to preliminary design concepts for hardware, componentry, and systems including making independent judgment and decisionsEstimate scheduling and costs to determine effective methods in design, materials, and time to meet project deliverables and prepare and present technical material for design reviews, procedures, and other related documentationSkillsAbility to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenshipAssociate's degree in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Drafting; or relevant degree with significant science, mathematics, and engineering coursework with related experience; or Certificate in Engineering Technology or Mechanical Drafting with related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and related experienceIntermediate knowledge of drafting standards, procedures, and techniques, including working knowledge of ASME Y14.5M Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standardExperience developing design concepts with a broad background in a wide variety of its various sub-disciplinesDemonstrated ability to solve moderately complex technical problemsIntermediate understanding of design, function, fabrication processes, and packaging of mechanical hardware/systemsDemonstrated ability to read and follow engineering notes, sketches, drawings, specifications, and proceduresIntermediate knowledge of PTC Creo10 CAD softwareEffective written and verbal communication and presentation skillsExperience with SolidWorks CAD softwareExperience in reviewing and verifying the accuracy of work performed by peers and other engineering disciplines as neededExperience using PTC Windchill PDMLink design software or other database management softwareBenefitsFlexible Benefits Package401(k)Relocation AssistanceEducation Reimbursement ProgramFlexible schedules (*depending on project needs)Company OverviewPhysics World is print and digital science magazine that features the latest interviews, information, and news from the physics world. It was founded in 1988, and is headquartered in Bristol, Bristol, City of, GBR, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://physicsworld.com/.



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