Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Mission Critical

Sargent & Lundy; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior drafting designer in Richland, WA to develop 2D/3D drawings and guide junior designers on multi-disciplinary projects. You will create assemblies, piping layouts, and GA-type deliverables while coordinating with engineering teams and vendors. Strong CAD proficiency is essential.

This role emphasizes mentoring, collaboration, and delivering complete design packages on schedule, with a focus on safety and accuracy in nuclear-related facilities.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required and able to obtain US government security clearance.
• Associate's Degree in drafting or a high school diploma with 1+ year drafting coursework or equivalent tech experience.
• Ten+ years of drafting/design experience.
• Proficiency with CAD tools to produce 2D/3D drawings and models (AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks or similar).
• Experience reviewing mechanical equipment interfaces and coordinating deliverables.
• Ability to interface with multi-disciplinary engineering and design teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop drawings and 3D models under the Mechanical Project Lead on multi-discipline projects.
• Design mechanical systems and equipment, investigate issues, and guide junior designers.
• Generate design packages using 2D/3D CAD tools.
• Coordinate detailed design phases for integrated models and deliverables.
• Mentor less-experienced designers and drafters; provide team guidance.
• Review existing facilities, gather information, and present findings to clients.

Skills

Mentoring

Team coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in drafting

HS diploma + drafting coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

Revit

Job description

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Mechanical Project Lead, you will be responsible for developing drawings and/or 3D models, while working on multi-disciplined design projects, and guiding junior-level designers
• You will work on challenging assignments that include the design of Mechanical systems, specialty equipment, investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical design issues
• Utilize 2D and 3D CAD modeling software tools to generate design packages
• Support coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated design model
• Coordinate and provide guidance to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design package
• Independently plan and execute design deliverables, such as:
  • Representations of machine components or machine assemblies, including external and internal details of the assembled components
  • Auxiliary equipment panel layout and design involving pneumatic and / or fluid interfacing components, interconnecting tubing, fittings and supports, piping, fittings and supports, etc.
  • General arrangements (GAs) drawings
  • Piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings
  • Equipment location drawings
• Perform reviews, conduct walkdowns and gather information of existing facilities, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers
• Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced designers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice”
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less-experienced designers and drafters

Qualifications

Must be a U.S. Citizen; Dual citizenship with a country other than the U.S. does not qualify.

Essential skills and experience:

• Must be able to obtain US Government security clearance
• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience
• Ten or more years of experience
• Proficiency with design software tools such as AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar, to produce 2D and 3D drawings and models
• Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables
• Ability to interface and communicate with engineering and design teams of other disciplines

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• BIM modeling using Autodesk products (Revit) or equivalent
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$77,890 - $118,999

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

Sargent & Lundy’s Government Services Division provides cutting-edge engineering design and consulting support to the management and operating contractors for US Department of Energy (DOE) sites and national laboratories. Specifically, we support the DOE Environmental Management Directorate as well as the National Nuclear Security Administration laboratories and sites.What does this mean?You can be a part of multi-discipline design teams supporting projects cleaning up the environmental damage associated with the legacy nuclear weapons production complex and/or preserving our country’s nuclear deterrent.Sargent & Lundy’s personnel design facilities, systems, and equipment that treat, store, and dispose of nuclear waste as well as systems that safely handle and process nuclear material. This mission-critical work is meaningful and challenging – work you can be proud of.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.