Structural Designer IV

Austal USA • Mobile, AL

8d • 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-III. The Structural Designer IV will collaborate with Production Management, internal and external cross-functional design teams, business partner representatives, customer representatives, and equipment manufacturers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 8 years minimum of 3D modeling experience.
• 10 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.
• 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.
• Able to interpret system schematics, structural key plans, compartment arrangements, and electrical diagrams to create 3D CAD models.
• 18 years of age or older at time of application.
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status.
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date.
• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date.
• Willing to submit to a drug screen.
• Willing to submit to a background check.

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.
• Possess a thorough understanding of vessel design in the following areas: Equipment Electrical Fitout Foundations Hull HVAC Material Pipe Product Hierarchy Structure.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for 2D and 3D drawing development.
• Checking drawings created by CAD Drafters and Designer I-III.
• Works with Production Management, cross-functional design teams internal and external to the company, including business partner representatives, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.

Benefits

• Opportunities for individuals to contribute to the development and sustainment of some of the world’s most advanced commercial and defence ships.
• Employment opportunities in maritime engineering, design, construction, technical services and sustainment, sales and marketing and administration.
• Corporate culture that supports a safe, modern and secure working environment.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Genuine career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive salary packages.
• The autonomy and responsibility to achieve individual, project and organisational goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED