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Designer, 1st & 2nd Class

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Excellent computer skills (demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tools)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, CATIA, Solid Works, or other Similar 2-D or 3-D CAD Software
  • Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures, standards, and work instructions
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

  • Perform marine design activities including 3D modeling visualization
  • Resolve design-related problems during ship construction
  • Develop ship alteration drawings for repair/alteration of ships
  • Draft installation fabrication drawings electronically

Key facts

Other skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Teamwork

About the company

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General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works

"Bath Built Is Best Built"​ Part of General Dynamics Marine Systems, Bath Iron Works is a full service shipyard specializing in the design, building and support of complex surface combatants for the U.S. Navy. Our Mission Design, build and support the highest-quality surface combatants for the United States. Our Vision An exceptional maritime company that safely provides shipbuilding, component manufacturing and specialized services with a world-class team and facilities.

Company details

Company size5001 - 10000

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Job description

Job Description:

BIW is hiring Marine Designers at the following levels:

  • 1st Class Designer: $32.80/Hr. - $39.33/Hr.
  • 2nd Class Designer: $29.34/Hr. - $31.51/Hr.

Designers perform a variety of work including:

  • Perform marine design activities that include, but are not limited to, 3D modeling & visualization.
  • Resolution of design-related problems encountered during ship construction that will involve occasional ship-checking.
  • Development of ship alteration drawings for repair/alteration of ships in the fleet.
  • Electronic drafting of installation & fabrication drawings.
  • Extraction of computer-aided manufacturing data.
  • Proficient in original work of a creative/innovative nature, complex problem solving, or the review/check of other employee's work.

Designer Benefits package includes:

  • Annual wage and promotion increases
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Vacation/Sick time options
  • 401k matching.
  • Future work-from-home opportunities
Required/Preferred Education/Training:

Required:

  • Excellent computer skills (e.g., demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tools) required.
  • Demonstrated Proficiency in AutoCAD, CATIA, Solid Works, or other Similar 2-D or 3-D CAD Software Required.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures, standards, and work instructions is required.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.  

Preferred:

  • Ability to perform ship checks through visits to the physical construction products on the waterfront or in fabrication facilities, as well as ability to travel to ship homeports on occasion.
  • Knowledge in extraction of computer aided manufacturing data - CAD/CAM, MasterCAM, 5Axis, G-Code.
Required/Preferred Experience:

1st Class Required:

  • Minimum of seven (7) years marine design or technically related design experience required, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field (Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture), with (4) years’ design experience required, OR
  • Associate/ Vocational School degree with six (6) years design experience required.
  • 3D CAD and/or AutoCAD proficiency.
  • Proficiency in one of the following disciplines: Loft, Structural, Electrical, Pipe, Ventilation, or Hull Outfit.

2nd Class Required:

  • Minimum of four (4) years design experience, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field (Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture), OR
  • Associate/ Vocational School degree with two (2) years design experience, required.
  • 3D CAD or AutoCAD proficiency.

Preferred:

  • Experience with installation and fabrication drawings is highly desirable.
  • Familiar with ship specifications as related to design requirements is highly desirable. 

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