Accelerator Electrical Designer/Drafter 3

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

PTO and holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a skilled CAD drafter to join the Accelerator Operations and Technology Division. You will create and revise 2D electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system interconnection diagrams for accelerator controls and instrumentation.

Responsibilities include developing cable/harness drawings, applying drafting standards, and performing as-built verifications, with collaboration across engineers, technicians, and fabricators.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience using CAD software to create and revise technical drawings and design documentation
• Knowledge of drafting principles: conventions, symbols, labels, cross-references, dimensions, notes
• Experience producing drawings for electrical or electronic systems, controls, instrumentation, electromechanical assemblies
• Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, schematics, specifications, technical standards, assembly information
• Knowledge of assembly, installation, inspection, fabrication practices relevant to hardware design
• Ability to work with engineers, technologists, technicians, customers, fabricators to define requirements
• Ability to organize multiple assignments with changing priorities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Create and revise 2D electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system interconnection diagrams for accelerator controls and instrumentation
• Develop cable and harness drawings, connector pinouts, equipment layouts, and related assembly documentation
• Use PDM tools to manage drawing revisions, document relationships, review and approval workflows, and released design records
• Apply LANL requirements and applicable drafting standards, with attention to electrical symbols and configuration control
• Perform field walk-downs and as-built verifications to reconcile installed wiring and equipment with drawings
• Work with engineers, technologists, technicians, customers, fabricators to define requirements and resolve documentation issues
• Support design reviews, drawing checks, fabrication readiness, estimating, scheduling, installation, and closeout
• Create mechanical drawings, layouts, or 3D models when needed for associated hardware
• Manage multiple assignments with changing priorities and customer needs
• Support electrical documentation and hardware modernization work for LANSCE and other AOT customers

Skills

CAD software

Drafting principles

Electrical/electronic drawings

Schematic interpretation

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

PDM systems

AutoCAD Electrical

AutoCAD

Siemens Xpedition/Mentor Graphics

3D CAD tools

Job description

What You Will Do

At the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center (LANSCE), engineers, technologists, technicians, and designers operate and modernize an 800‑MeV proton accelerator complex that supports national security, isotope production, proton radiography, materials research, neutron science, future accelerator missions, and more.

The selected candidate will join the Controls and Timing Systems Team within the Instrumentation and Controls Group (AOT-IC), part of LANL's Accelerator Operations and Technology Division. AOT-IC develops and supports controls, instrumentation, beam-diagnostics electronics, printed circuit boards, electronic and mechanical CAD capabilities, data acquisition, and network and timing‑critical accelerator facility.

This role focuses on 2D electrical and electronic system documentation for accelerator controls and instrumentation. Wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, cable and harness drawings, and system interconnection diagrams are expected to make up most of the work, particularly in support of the LANSCE Accelerator Modernization Project (LAMP). Mechanical drawings and 3D models may also be needed as project requirements change. You will work closely with engineers, technologists, technicians, installers, and fabricators to turn requirements, sketches, and field information into accurate design packages.

• Creating and revising 2D electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, electronic schematics, and system interconnection diagrams for accelerator controls and instrumentation


• Developing cable and harness drawings, connector pinouts, equipment layouts, and related assembly documentation to support fabrication, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance


• Using Product Data Management (PDM) tools to manage drawing revisions, document relationships, review and approval workflows, and released design records


• Applying LANL requirements and applicable drafting standards, with attention to electrical symbols, equipment and wire identification, cross‑references, notes, and configuration control


• Performing field walk‑downs and as‑built verification to reconcile installed wiring and equipment with drawings and update system documentation


• Working with customers and multidisciplinary teams to define documentation requirements and resolve drawing, connection, and equipment interface issues


• Supporting design reviews, drawing checks, fabrication readiness, estimating, scheduling, installation, and closeout


• Creating mechanical drawings, layouts, or 3D models and supporting materials and fabrication decisions when needed for associated hardware


• Managing multiple assignments with changing priorities, operational needs, schedules, and customer requirements


• Supporting electrical documentation and hardware modernization work for LANSCE and other AOT customers


• This position offers the opportunity to make a visible contribution to the reliability, maintainability, and modernization of a nationally important accelerator facility while working on a wide range of one‑of‑a‑kind hardware and infrastructure

You will independently complete established electrical design and drafting assignments and contribute to complex work with guidance. You will create and revise wiring diagrams, schematics, equipment layouts, and design packages; apply standards; maintain controlled drawing records; and coordinate with engineers and technicians to resolve documentation issues. The role includes using PDM workflows, with the expectation that you will learn the team's tools and processes. Success requires sound CAD skills, attention to detail, and practical judgment.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

• Demonstrated experience using computer‑aided design (CAD) software to create and revise technical drawings and design documentation


• Working knowledge of drafting principles, including drawing conventions, symbols, labels, cross‑references, dimensions, notes, and the clear communication of design intent


• Experience producing drawings for electrical or electronic systems, controls, instrumentation, electromechanical assemblies, equipment layouts, or other relevant hardware


• Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, schematics, specifications, technical standards, assembly information, and manufacturer documentation


• Working knowledge of assembly, installation, inspection, or fabrication practices relevant to hardware design and documentation


• Ability to work with engineers, technologists, technicians, customers, fabricators, and other stakeholders to define requirements and resolve design issues


• Ability to organize and complete multiple assignments with changing priorities, deadlines, and customer needs


• Clear written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail

Education/Experience: Position requires an Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Candidates whose education and experience provide an equivalent combination directly related to design and drafting are encouraged to apply. Closely related experience may include electrical, electronic, controls, instrumentation, electromechanical, mechanical, manufacturing, facilities, or configuration‑controlled design work.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience creating and maintaining 2D electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, electronic schematics, cable or harness drawings, and system interconnection documentation.


• Hands‑on experience with PDM systems, including revision and change control, document relationships, review and approval workflows, and release of controlled drawing packages. Examples include SolidWorks PDM, Teamcenter, Windchill, or comparable PDM or Product Lifecycle Management systems.


• Experience using AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD, Siemens Xpedition/Mentor Graphics, or comparable CAD tools to produce electrical or electronic documentation


• Experience conducting field walk‑downs and creating or updating as‑built wiring diagrams and electrical drawings for equipment or facility systems


• Familiarity with cable and harness assembly, connector pinouts, equipment wiring, or electronics assembly, installation, and troubleshooting


• Experience supporting an accelerator, scientific facility, industrial facility, defense program, or other high‑reliability technical environment


• Additional experience with mechanical drawings, SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD tools, and ASME Y14‑series drafting standards, including GD&T, for associated hardware

Work Environment

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China‑including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau‑as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents(“green card” holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network


• Dental and vision insurance


• Free basic life and disability insurance


• Paid childbirth and parental leave


• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)


• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance


• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)


• Onsite gyms and wellness programs


• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre‑employment background checks.

New‑Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular‑status positions are converted to regular status.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.