Senior CAD Designer

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Senior CAD Designer Full Time Sales St Tammany, LA, US 20 days ago Requisition ID: 1070 NABRICO Marine is looking for a Senior Designer to join our team in Covington, LA. At NABRICO Marine Madisonville, LA, we are a leading manufacturer of hopper, tank, deck, and dock barges that carry cargo on the thousands of miles of rivers in the United States. We serve a diverse set of customers including dry products, liquids, containers, and other bulk cargo with a proven ability to deliver products at the rate industry demands. We are also able to manufacture custom barges. Responsibilities Primarily detail Hull designs for tank (liquid cargo) barges, hopper barges, deck barges, and dock barges. Utilize Shipconstructor and AutoCAD in addition to Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word) Upgrade 2D drawings to 3D models per company standards. Create 3D model of structural/hull in a detail package using ShipConstructor. Creating and updating Construction Drawings for release to production Creating and updating Shop Drawings for release to production Creating and updating Shopbills for release to production Creating CNC code to by processed by inhouse CNC processing equipment Revising linework, references, notes, and callouts based on redline markups. Work is office-based, using computer drafting technology and software, spreadsheet software, and electronic communication daily. Coordinate with and consult with peers to design, layout, or detail complex components and resolve design of other problems. Gather information from contract specifications, earlier projects, and production capabilities to produce detailed designs and construction drawings and BOMs. May occasionally need to visit production areas to troubleshoot construction problems and offer solutions. Qualifications and Skills Minimum (3) years’ experience with AutoCAD. Computer Aided Drafting on assigned projects utilizing AutoCAD 2024. Minimum (3) years’ experience with ShipConstructor, highly preferred Computer Aided Drafting with 3D software on assigned projects utilizing Shipconstructor 2025, preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and additional Microsoft products. Ability to read & understand Marine Structural documentation (blueprints) Experience with ShipConstructor Hull Feature, Parts Creation, Reports, Marine Drafting as well as ShipConstructor Certifications are preferred Experience with large assemblies (5,000+ parts) Complete high-paced assignments through effective prioritization, scheduling, planning and execution of assigned work. Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of your work. Success in this Role The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented drafting and design professional who thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment, takes ownership of deliverables, and is committed to producing high-quality engineering documentation that supports efficient, safe, and successful vessel construction. These additions will make the role appear more strategic and professional, while helping attract experienced marine designers and drafters who may be comparing your opportunities against larger shipyards or engineering firms. Why Join NABRICO Marine? At NABRICO Marine, you'll play a direct role in designing and supporting the construction of barges that are essential to America's inland transportation network. We offer the opportunity to work on complex marine manufacturing projects, collaborate with experienced industry professionals, and contribute to a company known for quality, innovation, and reliability. Our team values safety, continuous improvement, and professional development while providing a stable and growing work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr NABRICO Marine Products