Engineering Technician IV
About The Position
The Engineering Technician IV prepares, revises, and maintains mechanical, electrical, structural, and systems drawings using CAD software, based on engineering sketches, specifications, and design concepts. The role develops as-built drawings and technical illustrations reflecting approved engineering modifications, and incorporates Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and drawing revisions while maintaining revision histories and configuration baselines. The position reviews drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with drafting standards and contract requirements; maintains electronic and hard-copy drawing files and records; and archives superseded drawings in accordance with Government policy. It also responds to Government requests for drawings and technical documentation, supports engineering document packages for review and approval, and recommends improvements to drafting procedures while assisting with SOP development. The role may require travel, including embarkation aboard vessels, and physical activity such as climbing stairs, ladders, and vessel gangways.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, CAD, Mechanical Design, Architectural Drafting, or a closely related technical discipline; equivalent combinations of education and directly related experience may be considered.
- At least five years of progressively responsible drafting or engineering technician experience.
- Demonstrated experience using AutoCAD or comparable CAD software.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Experience supporting engineering documentation and document control activities.
- Experience working in an engineering or industrial environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
- Ability to travel up to 25% locally, within CONUS, and OCONUS, including embarking aboard vessels; valid U.S. passport required.
- Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and vessel gangways, lift up to 30 pounds, and wear required PPE.
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Government-required credentials, installation access, and CAC.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Military Sealift Command, the U.S. Navy, or the Department of Defense.
- Experience with shipboard engineering systems and marine engineering.
- Experience with technical publications management and engineering configuration management.
- Experience with Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) and Engineering Data Management Systems.
- Knowledge of Autodesk design software, MicroStation, SolidWorks, or other engineering drafting software.
- Government contract support experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, revise, and maintain mechanical, electrical, structural, and systems drawings using CAD software from engineering sketches, specifications, and design concepts.
- Develop as-built drawings and technical illustrations reflecting approved engineering modifications.
- Incorporate ECNs, ECPs, and drawing revisions while maintaining revision histories and configuration baselines.
- Perform quality control reviews of drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with drafting standards and contract requirements.
- Maintain engineering drawing files and records in electronic and hard-copy formats, archiving superseded drawings per Government policy.
- Respond to Government requests for drawings and technical documentation and support engineering document packages for review and approval.
- Recommend improvements to drafting procedures and assist in developing SOPs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees and family through CareFirst and VSP.
- Paid time off granted in accordance with contract requirements.
- 11 federal holidays observed annually.
- Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan managed through Ameritas.
- Formal training as required, with additional learning opportunities based on role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
