CAD Designer - HM&E Systems

Responsibilities

Noblis MSD is seeking a technically proficient designer with demonstrated CAD experience and a solid understanding of naval Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) systems. The individual must be capable of translating component, equipment and piping design sketches, as well as raw wiring and signal data into accurate, standards-compliant digital models, diagrams, and drawings that engineers and shipboard technicians can rely on for installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role supports the full drawing development lifecycle within a configuration-managed, government-directed engineering environment.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drawing Development and Lifecycle Management

• Utilize AutoCAD to create 2D and 3D models of components, assemblies, electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, construction and complete detailed technical and system drawings, including bills of material and drawing notes, for HM&E systems encompassing fluid, mechanical, structural and power transmission subsystems.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to review and refine design concepts, address design challenges, and incorporate feedback into design iterations.
• Advance drawing packages through the full development lifecycle - from initial layout through peer review, comment incorporation, and finalization - ensuring readiness for formal government approval.
• Interpret and incorporate Government Furnished Information (GFI) into drawing configurations, ensuring alignment with current system requirements and design intent.
• Revise and update drawing configurations in response to team review feedback, updated GFI, and evolving program requirements.

Configuration and Quality Management

• Maintain strict alignment with established configuration management requirements, drawing standards, and deliverable formatting conventions throughout the development process.
• Maintain parametric modeling, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and design for manufacturability standards.
• Track and resolve review comments using action item tracking tools, ensuring timely closure, traceability, and deliverable accuracy across multiple concurrent work packages.
• Ensure all deliverables meet schedule milestones, quality standards, and contractual requirements prior to submission.

Coordination and Technical Support

• Participate in recurring program coordination meetings, providing technical input on drawing status, design issues, and cross-functional dependencies.
• Contribute to collaborative design discussions and alignment sessions on program objectives, including in-person development sessions as required.
• Support hardware reviews and technical coordination activities at Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD).
• Coordinate with engineering teams, technical leads, and program stakeholders to resolve design conflicts and ensure deliverable alignment with program schedules.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 3 years of experience OR Associate's degree and 6 years OR a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of 9 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in engineering drawing development, mechanical system design, plumbing system arrangement, electrical one-line diagrams, signal layout design, or technical diagram creation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage, track, and resolve review comments across multiple concurrent deliverables under tight deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to participate in collaborative design reviews, cross-functional team meetings, and government-facing coordination sessions.
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Desired Qualifications

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience using model-based design, finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools such as ANSYS, PIPE-FLO, MATLAB/Simulink, Solidworks.
• Working knowledge of configuration management frameworks, drawing standards (e.g., MIL-STD, NAVSEA standards), and formal deliverable review processes.
• Knowledge of shipboard electrical distribution, cabling, and signal routing conventions.
• Knowledge of shipboard or commercial fluid system installations including fuel oil, lube oil, compressed air, cooling water, and drainage systems.
• Experience with action item tracking and configuration management databases.

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well-being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.


Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $59,200.00 - USD $92,575.00 /Yr.