Industrial Computer-Aided Design – CAD – Drafter
| Company | General Matter |
|---|---|
| Location | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Drafting, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant competence and experience may be considered as an alternative to this requirement.
- Experience with structural drafting and modeling for an industrial, manufacturing, process facility (or similar) using Revit, AutoCAD, or other software.
- Strong understanding of industrial facility design and construction documentation processes.
- Ability to complete and manage drawing sets for large and/or complex systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2D and 3D CAD drawings for facility infrastructure, equipment layouts, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and electrical schematics.
- Assist mechanical, civil, and electrical engineers in the preparation of technical drawings for modifications, maintenance, and new installations.
- Utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) techniques to optimize design accuracy and efficiency when applicable.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and project managers to translate design concepts into technical drawings and models.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, company procedures, and facility-specific design criteria in all drafting and modeling tasks.
- Ensure proper design control, revision control, and configuration management of drawing sets.
- Maintain and update engineering drawings to reflect as-built conditions and document facility modifications. Organize and maintain drawing files, including revisions, approvals, and historical records in compliance with document control procedures.
- Stay updated on the latest CAD and BIM tools, trends, and best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Conduct site visits to verify existing conditions, take measurements, and ensure designs align with facility needs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Evidence of exceptional ability (prior projects, portfolio of work, completed products, etc.)
- Experience in a fast-paced engineering environment or a highly technical role requiring a resourceful, entrepreneurial approach to complete tasks within tight timeframes or budget constraints.
- Experience with nuclear facility regulations and construction.
- Familiarity with BIM standards and workflows (e.g., IFC, COBie) is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of applicable regulations, design specifications, codes, and standards.