Designer, 1st & 2nd Class

Responsibilities for this Position

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:

• 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.

1st Class Required:

• Minimum of seven (7) years marine design or technically related design experience required, OR
• Bachelors 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
• Bachelors 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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