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Senior Design Specialist

Compa Industries is searching for qualified candidates for a Senior Design Specialist position supporting engineering and construction projects in Greenville, SC.

Pay: $58–$67/hr

Location: Greenville, SC (Onsite)

Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required

🚫 Mandatory Experience Requirement – Read Before Applying

Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of progressive drafting/design experience related to engineering and construction (nuclear preferred) and an accredited associate degree in a related technical field; non-degreed candidates must present a total experience level consistent with senior design capability.

Applicants without demonstrated experience producing complex engineering design drawings, performing field walkdowns, developing 3D models (S3D preferred), or interpreting multi-discipline engineering data will not be considered. Candidates must also have experience using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and related CAD tools.

Impact

As a Senior Design Specialist, you will be integral to developing high-quality engineering design drawings that support nuclear, industrial, and EPC project execution. Your work directly influences constructability, safety, field execution efficiency, and the accuracy of engineering deliverables. You will also provide design leadership, mentor junior drafters, and support field engineering teams through technical clarification and design problem resolution.

Responsibilities And Duties

Design & Drafting Execution

• Originate and produce engineering drawings with minimal supervision.
• Perform complete design, layout, and checking of Communications & Security Systems and other discipline drawings.
• Create new drawings, modify existing drawings, develop minor design details, and ensure the technical correctness of designs.
• Conduct design calculations including tray/conduit fill, link loss, space allocation, breaker sizing, and other project-specific needs.

Field & Technical Support

• Perform field walkdowns with minimal guidance to verify existing conditions and inform design updates.
• Provide field support to resolve drawing conflicts, prepare supplemental sketches, and clarify design questions.
• Interpret and check supplier drawings and multi-discipline drawings for design compatibility.

Tools, Systems & Standards

• Utilize MS Word, Excel, Outlook, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and related software at an advanced level.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local design codes (DOE experience preferred).
• Maintain accurate design records, calculations, and backup documentation.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Support in training and mentoring junior designers and drafters, sharing best practices and improving work processes.
• Function as Lead Designer when required, ensuring drawing quality, schedule adherence, and proper work delegation.
• Assist supervisors with progress reports, manpower forecasts, work plans, and technical problem resolution.

Additional Responsibilities

• Promote DE&I principles across team interactions.
• May be required to travel for business-related needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen (mandatory).
• Associate degree in a technical field related to engineering design and a minimum of 10 years of progressive drafting/design experience; nuclear experience preferred.
• Background in drafting/design for disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, structural, civil, communications, fire protection, or architectural.
• Ability to interpret plans, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, OSP/SCS/BIC drawings, and cable schedules.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to complete detailed, time-sensitive work with a high degree of accuracy.

Desired Skills

• 3D modeling experience (S3D preferred).
• Experience functioning as a Lead Designer on engineering projects.
• Knowledge of supplier catalogs and engineering materials/equipment.
• Strong understanding of multi-discipline design compatibility and interface requirements.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Accredited associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of engineering drafting/design experience (nuclear preferred).
• Demonstrated proficiency in CAD tools, technical design interpretation, and field walkdown processes.

Why Work at COMPA Industries?

We strive to provide careers, not just jobs. For more than 30 years, Compa has partnered with engineering and nuclear organizations to deliver technical expertise that enables mission-critical success. We invest in the communities where we work and provide a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where employees can grow.

Join us to build the future—with competitive compensation, meaningful work, and opportunities to contribute to national security and advanced engineering programs.

COMPA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin