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Mechanical CAD Designer, Advanced Manufacturing

Savannah River National Laboratory
Aiken, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2026
Job Description

Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking a CAD Designer responsible for assisting the Advanced Manufacturing and Design Group to perform design and CAD modeling of custom equipment and tooling using 3D parametric CAD software. This candidate will work directly with engineers to determine project scope and limitations and use CAD software to create 3D models (parts and assemblies) and 2D fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Perform design and CAD modeling of equipment and large assemblies using 3D parametric CAD software
  • Works directly with engineers to determine project scope and limitations
  • Use CAD software to create 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings
  • Diagnoses issues using a systematic and methods approach.
  • Maintains mutually beneficial partnerships with other functions.
  • Communicates using persuasion and authority.
  • Understands how their team contributes to the department and meet the goals defined.
  • Thorough understanding of their discipline and a rudimentary understanding of other disciplines.
  • Seeks support for functional projects within and outside the function.
  • Does not manage employees, but may mentor and/or train subordinates.
  • Initiates improvements for the function.
  • Arrives at conclusion based on previous experiences and good judgment.
  • Works safely with particular attention to quality. Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma 2 yrs of relevant experience
  • For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates Degree in Engineering Graphics or Industrial Design
  • Experience with CREO

About Us

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

  • Benefits vary based upon employment status
  • Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
  • Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
  • AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
  • Savings & Investment plan:
    • Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
    • Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 yrs. vesting in company match)
  • Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
  • Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.
For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at www.srnl.doe.gov .

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA 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. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.

About The Team

Weapons Production Technology (WPT) is a world leader in tritium fuel cycles with a strong industrial partnership, including most private companies working on fusion research. WPT also leads the Tokomak Exhaust System Development Project for the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor. The staff of 300 in this vibrant organization are leading the frontiers of tritium effects on materials, hydrogen science, fusion related research, plutonium metallurgy, sensing and metrology, advanced engineering, and advanced manufacturing.

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