Mechanical Designer II - Pipe

Austal USA•Mobile, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the development of 2D and 3D drawings and checking drawings created by CAD Drafters and Designer I. The Mechanical Designer II - Pipe will utilize their skills in AutoCAD and potentially ShipConstructor to create and manage designs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project deadlines. The position involves working with multiple design teams and production members, requiring strong communication and collaboration skills. The role also includes potential leadership responsibilities, such as guiding CAD Drafters and Designer I, and providing input on their evaluations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
2 years minimum of 3D modeling experience.
3 to 6 years of shipyard design or production/construction experience or equivalent experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office products.
Experienced in interacting with multiple design teams and members of production.
Experience using 2D and 3D AutoCAD Basic draw and modify commands, Layer types, Line types, Dimensions, Unit of measure, Creating orthographic views from isometric drawings.
Experience with 3D modeling commands, Creating 3D models from orthographic views or vendor furnished information.
Able to interface with models from other disciplines using the XREF command.
Able to model in 3D model space without interferences.
Possess a good understanding of design in any of the following areas: Equipment, Electrical Fitout, Foundations, Hull, HVAC, Material, Pipe, Product Hierarchy, Structure.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or higher in CAD preferred.
Experience in construction of high speed aluminum vessels preferred.
Experience with modular construction methods preferred.
Experience in design and construction of US Navy vessels preferred.
Experience with ShipConstructor preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for 2D and 3D drawing development.
Checking drawings created by CAD Drafters and Designer I.
May lead the work of CAD Drafters and Designer I.
May determine technical adequacy of drawings and models developed by CAD Drafters and Designer I.
May train CAD Drafters and Designers I-III according to established standards and procedures.
May work with Production Management, internal cross-functional design teams.
May provide input to evaluations of CAD Drafters and Designer I.
Liaises with CAD Drafters, Designers, Engineers, Production Personnel, Program Management, and Equipment Suppliers.
Interprets system schematics, structural key plans, compartment arrangements, and electrical diagrams to create 3D CAD models.