Structure Designer I

Gulf Copper LLC•Galveston, TX

About The Position

Gulf Copper LLC, a subsidiary of Davie Defense, is a marine repair and new construction company based in Galveston, Texas. The Structure Designer I supports the safe execution of hull and structural design activities in accordance with company safety goals, objectives, and policies. The role develops structural drawings, models, and design packages, translating vessel plans, structural arrangements, specifications, and engineering requirements into production-ready design information. The designer coordinates with naval architecture and other engineering and design disciplines, checks design deliverables for accuracy and compliance, and provides structural information to support material takeoffs, procurement, fabrication, nesting, and production planning. The role participates in model, drawing, and production reviews; incorporates approved engineering changes; monitors design progress; and coordinates with the Lead Structure Designer on schedules and deliverables. Shipyard visits and business-related travel may be required. The position also supports continuous improvement and compliance with the company Mission Statement and Quality Management System.

Requirements

Associate degree in Technical Drafting.
0–3 years of relevant working experience in marine structural design or shipbuilding.
Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Demonstrated understanding of structural components, steel fabrication, and assembly.
Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
Proficiency with AutoCAD and marine 3D design software.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong hull and structural design coordination skills.
Excellent planning, checking, organizing, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and production teams.
Strong understanding of structural constructability, fabrication, and production-ready design requirements.
Ability to operate in a systematic and logical manner.
Good judgment and attention to minute detail.
High performance and a strong team-player approach.
Commitment to company values.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AVEVA Marine or similar marine design software.
Experience with Navisworks.
Experience with production-ready hull drawing packages.
Experience with steel material takeoffs.

Responsibilities

Support the safe execution of hull and structural design activities in accordance with company safety goals, objectives, and policies.
Develop structural drawings, models, and design packages.
Interpret vessel plans, structural arrangements, specifications, and engineering requirements and translate them into production-ready structural design information.
Coordinate structural design requirements with naval architecture, mechanical pipe and machinery, electrical, mechanical HVAC, outfitting, and other engineering and design disciplines.
Perform self-checks of structural drawings and design deliverables for accuracy, constructability, completeness, and compliance with project requirements and standards.
Coordinate structural information required to support steel material takeoffs, procurement, fabrication, nesting, and production planning.
Review engineering changes and incorporate approved revisions into applicable design documentation.
Participate in 3D model, drawing, and production reviews and assist in resolving identified conflicts.
Monitor hull design progress and report status, priorities, constraints, and required actions to the Lead Structure Designer.
Conduct shipyard visits and business-related travel as required to support hull design, coordination, training, and project development.
Support continuous improvement of structural design, engineering, constructability, and production-support processes.
Ensure compliance with the Gulf Copper Mission Statement and Quality Management System.
Coordinate with the Lead Structure Designer to maintain design schedules, drawing dependencies, and design deliverables in support of production planning and project milestones.