Autodesk AutoCAD CAD Designer/Drafter (Master Technologist)

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).  Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy.  Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.   

• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.  
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

The Autodesk AutoCAD CAD Designer/Drafter will utilize Autodesk AutoCAD to create new design drawings (plans, elevations, sections/details) for construction projects across all engineering disciplines. Will also modify existing design drawings for new project requirements and work directly with engineers and project engineers to develop comprehensive design packages, ensuring a high level of detail and accuracy. This position will work on multiple projects concurrently, collaborating effectively with technical staff, management, and various engineering disciplines. Will also maintain proficiency in required software including Bluebeam Revu, Navisworks, and MS Office. Engages in continuous improvement by learning and becoming proficient in new software and technologies as required, such as developing production-level proficiency in Autodesk Revit to support future project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prioritize workload with minimal oversight while maintaining clear communication with project stakeholders. Adapts to changing project demands and priorities. 
• Convert legacy Bentley MicroStation drawings (.dgn) to AutoCAD format (.dwg) using Bentley OpenBuildings Designer. 
• Apply custom proprietary routines within AutoCAD to standardize converted files, ensuring they meet project and organizational standards. 
• Use Autodesk AutoCAD and other Autodesk software products specifically to prepare engineering construction project drawings.
• Prepare and check engineering design documents, including drawings, sketches, and change notices.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines, facility managers, project managers, and project engineers.
• Build team relationships with technical and other company organizations.
• Perform site walk downs as required.
• Attend Tier 1 meetings and be an active participant in the discussions.
• Complete engineering tasks as described in the engineering work plans.
• Serve as a consultant to less experienced technologists.

• Provide practical advice on implementation of solutions for organizational goals.

   

• Modify existing 2D/3D models for designs modifications and creation of plans, sections and details for construction drawings.
• Create point cloud data from e57,  fls, & rcp/rcs and /or other file formats.
• Support all disciplines in Design Engineering.
   

• Associate degree in field related to the position plus at least 12 years’ progressive related experience or High School diploma plus 14 years’ progressive related experience.
• Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Faro Scene & Autodesk ReCap would be a plus.
• Ability to pick up and learn new CAD software on the fly a plus.
• Preferred to be knowledgeable in the preparation of 3D scans, use of a 3D scanner, performing 3D scans, combining scans, and creation of point clouds.
• Familiar with US National Computer-aided Design standards and its application.
• The primary work location will be at the Losee Road facility in North