Engineering Technician IV

Trinity Global Consulting • Norfolk, VA

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About The Position

The Engineering Technician IV prepares, revises, maintains, and quality-checks engineering drawings and technical documentation. The role uses CAD software to create and update mechanical, electrical, structural, and systems drawings from engineering sketches, specifications, and design concepts. It also develops as-built drawings and technical illustrations that reflect approved engineering modifications, incorporates engineering changes and drawing revisions, and maintains revision histories and configuration baselines.

The position maintains engineering drawing files and records in electronic and hard-copy formats, archives superseded drawings in accordance with Government policy, responds to Government requests for drawings and technical documentation, and supports engineering document packages for review and approval. The technician may recommend improvements to drafting procedures and assist in developing standard operating procedures.

The role requires travel of up to 25% locally, within the continental United States, and overseas, including embarkation aboard vessels. The employee must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and vessel gangways, lift up to 30 pounds, and wear required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Computer-Aided Design (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 the continental United States, and overseas, including embarkation aboard vessels.
• Valid U.S. passport.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and vessel gangways, lift up to 30 pounds, and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Government-required credentials, installation access, and a 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 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 and engineering inputs.
• Develop as-built drawings and technical illustrations reflecting approved engineering modifications.
• Incorporate Engineering Change Notices, Engineering Change Proposals, and drawing revisions while maintaining revision histories and configuration baselines.
• Review drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with drafting standards and contract requirements.
• Maintain engineering drawing files and records in electronic and hard-copy formats and archive superseded drawings in accordance with Government policy.
• Respond to Government requests for drawings and technical documentation.
• Support engineering document packages for review and approval.
• Recommend improvements to drafting procedures and assist in developing standard operating procedures.

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 insurance, life insurance, and AD&D coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan managed through Ameritas.
• Formal training as required, with additional learning opportunities based on role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree