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Richland, Washington, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking a CAD/Design Manager to join our team in Richland, WA.

Your role

  • Leads and oversees the creation of engineering designs from concept to completion, ensuring they meet technical standards, project goals, and budgetary and timeline constraints.

  • Manages a team of engineers and designers, coordinating with other departments, conducting reviews, and resolving technical issues to produce high-quality, functional products.

  • Stays updated on industry trends, new technologies, and emerging methodologies to identify opportunities for improvement and competitive advantage.

  • Provides guidance and mentorship to engineers, designers, and analysts.

  • Leads the development and refinement of engineering designs and drawings, ensuring they meet specifications and quality standards.

  • Conducts design reviews, provides feedback, and ensures compliance with industry standards and regulations.

  • Performs checking of Design documents produced by peers, in accordance with company policies and procedures.

  • Performs other duties as required.

Nuclear Design & Drafting

Location

Richland, Washington, United States of America

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-142035

Salary range

-

About you

  • Requires a High School Diploma or Equivalent. AAS Degree required in Drafting or related technical degree preferred.

  • Requires 15 years' experience.

  • Requires 3 years' supervisory experience.

  • Requires deep understanding of multi-discipline design principles, engineering processes, and relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, etc…).

  • Experience administering and maintaining Autodesk Vault and SolidWorks databases.

  • Ability to motivate, guide, train and manage a team of technical professionals.

  • Strong verbal and written skills to communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences.

  • Ability to analyze problems, make informed decisions, and develop innovative solutions.

  • Capacity to develop and implement strategies for design projects.

  • Meticulousness in ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.

  • Experience managing hybrid or remote teams is a highly desirable skill.

  • Architectural, Civil, Structural and Mechanical design with a strong emphasis on facility design and knowledge in Electrical and Process design preferred.

  • Must be a U.S. citizen in order to be considered.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $129,000-$180,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

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