Sr. Designer

KBR Careers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Sr. Designer to support Autodesk Vault integration, data control, and engineering documentation across manufacturing and production activities.

You will create and maintain 3D models, drawings, and workflows, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure data integrity and compliant release cycles. The ideal candidate has five+ years with Autodesk Inventor/Vault in a PDM environment, strong drafting standards knowledge, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance; U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and a minimum of five years using Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault to create and maintain engineering drawings, 3D models, assemblies, technical documentation, and product data in a PDM environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering drawing standards, document control processes, revision management, and configuration management principles.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, and related CAD and engineering documentation tools.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, integration, administration, and continuous improvement of Autodesk Vault to ensure secure and efficient management of engineering and product data
• Maintain data integrity and configuration control by managing document lifecycles, revision control, workflows, user permissions, and engineering records per policy
• Serve as the primary technical resource for Autodesk Vault and Autodesk Inventor users, providing troubleshooting, user support, training, and best-practice guidance
• Monitor and audit Vault data, workflows, and documentation to ensure compliance with standards, security requirements, and quality objectives
• Develop, maintain, and revise detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, assemblies, and technical documentation using Autodesk Inventor
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and configuration management teams to ensure accurate release, control, and distribution of engineering data and documentation
• Perform senior-level drafting and design assignments in support of engineering projects when Vault administration is not full-time

Skills

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Vault

PDM

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Program SummaryKBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. Our Las Cruces, NM office is an engineering and manufacturing facility that provides solutions for our customers with safety and quality at the forefront of our operations.

Title

Sr. Designer

Program Summary

KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. Our Las Cruces, NM office is an engineering and manufacturing facility that provides solutions for our customers with safety and quality at the forefront of our operations.

Why Join KBR?

• We strive to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world
• Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay and great company culture

Job Summary

The Sr. Designer is responsible for supporting the implementation, integration, administration, and continuous improvement of Autodesk Vault while ensuring product and engineering data is properly controlled, maintained, and managed in accordance with company policies and configuration management requirements. This role serves as a technical resource for Autodesk Inventor and Vault, providing user support, maintaining data integrity, and developing efficient workflows for engineering documentation. The position also creates and maintains detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical documentation to support manufacturing, fabrication, and production activities. When Vault administration responsibilities do not require full-time support, the individual will perform senior‑level drafting and design work, collaborating closely with engineering and cross‑functional teams to support complex projects and business objectives. A strong understanding of CAD systems, drafting standards, product data management, and engineering documentation practices is essential for success in this role.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, integration, administration, and continuous improvement of Autodesk Vault to ensure the secure and efficient management of engineering and product data
• Maintain data integrity and configuration control by managing document lifecycles, revision control, workflows, user permissions, and engineering records in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Serve as the primary technical resource for Autodesk Vault and Autodesk Inventor users, providing troubleshooting, user support, training, and best‑practice guidance
• Monitor and audit Vault data, workflows, and documentation to ensure compliance with company standards, security requirements, and quality objectives
• Develop, maintain, and revise detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, assemblies, and technical documentation using Autodesk Inventor
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and configuration management teams to ensure accurate release, control, and distribution of engineering data and documentation
• Perform senior‑level drafting and design assignments in support of engineering projects when Vault administration responsibilities do not require full‑time support

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma and a minimum of five (5) years of experience using Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault to create and maintain engineering drawings, 3D models, assemblies, technical documentation, and product data in a product data management (PDM) environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering drawing standards, document control processes, revision management, and configuration management principles
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Vault, and related CAD and engineering documentation tools
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten (10) or more years of drafting, design, or related technical experience
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Experience supporting the implementation, integration, administration, or migration of Autodesk Vault in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Experience developing, maintaining, and improving product data management (PDM) workflows, document control processes, and configuration management practices

Salary Range: $63,600-$95,400

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.