Structural Drafter 1 Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Structural Drafter 1

Date: Sep 17, 2025

Location:

Savannah, GA, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id :

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black and Veatch

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions, and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitve compensation; 401k match and benefits starting day one. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

The Opportunity

The Virtual Design & Data Solutions (VDDS) Assistant Designer u nder close supervision, performs basic functions requiring technical knowledge utilizing electronic applications, processes, standards, and document control processes/procedures for the purpose of creating or modifying deliverable. Evaluates methods used to accomplish the drafting and/or design activities.

Job Summary

Under close supervision, provides technical support to engineering teams by performing tasks that require a basic understanding of engineering principles and practices. Utilizes digital tools and design software (e.g., CAD, BIM, 3D modeling) to assist in the creation, modification, and maintenance of technical documentation, drawings, and project deliverables. Participates in the evaluation of methods used in the development of deliverables and design activities to support continuous improvement and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Continues to learn and apply standards, systems, document control, departmental guides and BV policies and procedures. Ensures that deliverables are accurate and compliant by continually developing knowledge of the BV Quality Program. Demonstrates personal accuracy and supports continuous improvement and change management efforts. Broadens knowledge of the applications required to modify and develop less complex deliverables based on a variety of design inputs. May assist with minor computations such as material quantity estimates and dimensional checks. May assist in coordinating deliverables with other groups involved on the same project to minimize interference or errors. Focuses on the needs of internal clients while attempting to gain basic understanding of external client's main interests and drivers. Proactively seeks and shares knowledge of latest technologies and processes

Management Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

Diploma or Certificate preferred. Associate Degree in Drafting or an Engineering Design Related Technology preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Typically a minimum of 1 year related work experience

Certifications

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Competencies

Salary Plan

ENT: Engineering Technician

Job Grade

013

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