Advanced Reactor Designer/Drafter at Framatome in Richland, Washington

Job Description:

What You've Accomplished



You have completed a High school diploma or equivalent with completed coursework in drafting and CAD. You may have also obtained an advanced degree in similar fields. You have worked in a related role for at least 4years and are ready to join Framatome and help deliver clean, safe energy and advance nuclear technology.



Who You Are



Your actions, behaviors, and decisions are made in a manner consistent with our Core Values: https://www.framatome.com/en/jobseekers/our-values/


You may have also acquired the following skills:

• Safety / Quality Mindset
  
  


• Team Work & Peer Relationships
  
  


• Dependability, Integrity and Trust
  
  


• Initiative & Dealing w/ Ambiguity
  
  


• Functional/Technical Skills


• Dealing with Ambiguity


• Timely Decision Making


• Functional/Technical Skills


• Integrity and Trust


• Listening


• Organizing


• Peer Relationships


• Priority Setting

Your Opportunity



This full-time role is about making an impact on people's lives and the future of clean energy. You will leverage your skills and experience to be part of an innovative team and make a difference for our customers. As a Designer/Drafter in Richland, WA, you will be part of the proven team in the Advanced Reactor Support Business Line in the Fuel Business Unit. Your work will include:

• Under moderate supervision, prepares drawings and sketches using CAD workstations and appropriate design criteria and technical manuals.


• Works closely with engineers to ensure coordination of designs.


• Exhibits a full understanding of the materials and methods used in drafting while also possessing a basic understanding of the design process and following skills:


• Develops working drawings, within company and industry standards and codes, from equipment specifications and detailed drawings.


• Ensures conformance to applicable standards and codes, as well as company policies and procedures.


• Consults with engineering staff and technicians to ensure compliance with design specifications and has a basic understanding of the engineering design process.


• Proficient with AutoCAD and architectural design.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficiency with PC-based applications such as MS Office.


• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and management.


• Ability to change priorities quickly, confront issues directly and work well as part of a team.


• Familiarity with nuclear fuel fabrication processes.


• In addition, the employee must be able to:
  
  
  • Remain in a stationary position, walk, kneel and crouch.
  
  
  • Operate computer on a continual basis and communicate with various levels of the organization.
  
  
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
  
  
  
  

This position requires occasional travel. Together we will enable clean, safe, and economical low-carbon energy to meet the global ambition for a better tomorrow.



Who We Are



Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added technologies for the global nuclear fleet. More than 2,000 dedicated U.S. Framatome employees work every day to supply ever cleaner, safer, and more economical low-carbon energy for our communities and world. As well as supporting new nuclear builds, advancing new technology and advancing nuclear energy in the U.S. and abroad. Like you, we want a brighter future.


See how the Fuel Business Unit contributes to this future: https://www.framatome.com/en/expertise/design-and-fuel-manufacturing/


Discover Richland: https://discoverrichland.com/advantages/


Framatome's Richland, WA facility is a licensed nuclear fuel manufacturing site and complies with US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and US Department of Energy (DOE) regulations. This position is safety-sensitive and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening is required. Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.



Your Total Rewards Package



The range of base salary for the position is between $33.00 - $42.79 per hour, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.


Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:


Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 56 hours of PTO, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.


Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy's Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix A to Part 810


Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Apply Now