Electrical Designer III

Austal USA•Mobile, AL

16h

About The Position

The Electrical Designer III develops 2D and 3D drawings and models for ship design and construction, checks drawings produced by CAD Drafters and Designer I-II, and works with production management and internal and external cross-functional design teams, including business partners, customers, and equipment manufacturers. The role may lead and train CAD Drafters and designers, review the technical adequacy of drawings, and direct corrections or adjustments to meet customer requirements. It may also provide input to employee evaluations. The position requires the ability to interpret system schematics, structural key plans, compartment arrangements, and electrical diagrams to create 3D CAD models. The designer liaises with CAD Drafters, Designers, Engineers, Production Personnel, Program Management, and Equipment Suppliers. The role must follow company and applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules. The work environment may include humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. Occasional exposure may include fumes or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. Noise is usually very loud, above 90 dB. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employment eligibility guidelines include providing proof of U.S. Person Status, having no specified felony convictions within the stated lookback periods, and willingness to submit to a drug screen and background check.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 4 years of 3D modeling experience.
5 to 10 years of shipyard design or production/construction experience, or equivalent experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Understanding of scheduling and ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office products.
Experience interacting with multiple design teams and production members.
Experience using 2D and 3D AutoCAD, including basic draw and modify commands, layer types, line types, dimensions, and units of measure.
Ability to create orthographic views from isometric drawings and 3D models from orthographic views or vendor-furnished information.
Ability to interface with models from other disciplines using the XREF command and model in 3D model space without interferences.
Thorough understanding of vessel design in two or more of the following areas: Equipment, Electrical, Fitout, Foundations, Hull, HVAC, Material, Pipe, Product Hierarchy, or Structure.
Able to provide proof of U.S. Person Status.
No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or violent crimes within seven years from disposition date, and no felony convictions of drug crimes within three years from disposition date.
Willing to submit to a drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in CAD.
Experience in construction of high-speed aluminum vessels.
Experience with modular construction methods.
Experience in design and construction of U.S. Navy vessels.
Experience with ShipConstructor.

Responsibilities

Develop 2D and 3D drawings.
Check drawings created by CAD Drafters and Designer I-II.
Work with Production Management and internal and external cross-functional design teams, including business partners, customer representatives, and equipment manufacturers.
Interpret system schematics, structural key plans, compartment arrangements, and electrical diagrams to create 3D CAD models.
May lead the work of CAD Drafters and Designer I-II.
May review drawing technical adequacy and direct corrections or adjustments to meet customer requirements.
May train CAD Drafters and Designers I-III according to established standards and procedures.
May provide input to evaluations of CAD Drafters and Designer I-II.
Liaise with CAD Drafters, Designers, Engineers, Production Personnel, Program Management, and Equipment Suppliers.
Comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.