REVIT Drafter

Job Summary

The Laboratory Designer/REVIT Drafter is a member of our Laboratory Design Project team that has cross-functional collaboration to develop and implement the Furniture growth strategy based on operational effectiveness, process excellence, and profitability. This designer will assist in creating accurate and quality designs directly with sales, estimation, external suppliers, and customers. This individual will act as a communication conduit between sales and internal cross-functional teams. This will drive the business unit's growth strategy using 3D REVIT/2D AutoCAD technical plans to ensure the customer's design and bill of materials is accurate to the highest level.

This role is accountable for Laboratory Design of new & renovation projects of medium complexity up to $500k in size. In this role, you will act as a source within the team to deliver accurate and technical expertise into customer designs and proposals. The work performed will adhere to standards of work, on-time completion dates, and customer satisfaction.

This is a hybrid position requiring a minimum of 2-3 days in the Dallas, TX office. Additional time in the office may be required on an as needed basis for training and/or meetings.

What we're looking for

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or Engineering is highly preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years in drafting/design role with a high-volume organization preferred.
• Proficient with Revit and AutoCAD required.
• Experience working on lab renovations or new construction is highly preferred.
• Experience with metal casework is a plus.
• Experience with SAP or Salesforce is a plus.
• Experience with Bluebeam is a plus.
• A combination of education and work experience will also be considered in lieu of degree.

Who you are

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to read and understand specifications, construction documents, and architectural drawings.
• Intermediate working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
• High level of motivation and problem-solving.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good mathematical skills.

How you will create an impact

• Create multiple view 3D and 2D drawings with accurate details, section views, and dimensions for shop, fabrication, and installation in Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Revise drawings in accordance with marked-up prints, sketches, written, or verbal instructions provided by other team members.
• Create bill of materials and change order lists to communicate job requirements that ensure order accuracy.
• Collaborate within the team to understand the project requirements and bring forward recommendations.
• Coordinate drawings with architects, engineers, and other consultants as needed.
• Research and obtain specifications/details from vendors for custom items as required.
• Provide technical support to internal customers.
• Lead space planning, layout, and utilization of furnishings, both new and existing, using understanding for value engineering and furniture supply chain program.
• Adhere to schedules and adapt to changes as needed.
• Accountable for accuracy of design and take-off for technical and process standards.
• Display a strong sense of urgency in responding to colleagues.
• Maintain knowledge of lab furniture market, supplier base, and SEFA laboratory standards.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes personalized learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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