Drafter

About the role

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Drafter opportunity in Johnson City, TN.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise technical drawings, plans, layouts, and details using CAD software.
• Convert sketches, specifications, field information, and engineering/design concepts into accurate drawings.
• Update existing drawings based on redlines and direction from engineers, designers, or project managers.
• Ensure drawings comply with company standards, project requirements, and applicable drafting conventions.
• Maintain organized drawing files, revisions, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and other team members to resolve drawing questions and discrepancies.
• Learn and follow company drafting standards, workflows, and quality-control procedures.
• Perform other drafting and project support duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certificate, associate degree, or coursework in Drafting, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, Design Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, dimensions, and specifications.
• Basic understanding of drafting principles, scales, dimensions, and drawing standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and incorporate feedback.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new software, standards, and technical concepts.
• United States Citizenship.

About the company

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five regional offices across the United States. Edgewater provides fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance.
• Pre- and post-tax 401(k) retirement account with company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning day one.