Structural Designer IV in Mobile, AL at Austal

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REPORTS TO:  Chief Department Engineer or Department Engineer III

SUPERVISES:  Designer I, II, III and Draftspersons

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for drawing development as assigned by the Chief Department Engineer or a Department Engineer III
• Responsible for checking drawings done by Designers I, II, III and Draftspersons

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• General:
  • 13 years of shipyard design and construction experience or equivalent experience
  • 13 years of 3D modeling experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
  • Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.
  • Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office products, ShipConstructor or other 3D modeling software
  • Possess a thorough understanding of vessel design, in any or all of the following areas: structure, HVAC, mechanical systems, wire ways or fitout
  • AA Degree in CAD preferred

TOOLS:

• Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD 2008 or later, ShipConstructor 08

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

• May lead the work of Designers I, II, III and Draftspersons
• May determine technical adequacy of drawings

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

• May provide input to evaluations of Designers I, II, III and Draftspersons

LIAISES WITH:  Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

• General:
  • Experience in the construction of high speed aluminum vessels is advantageous but not a requirement
  • Working knowledge of modular construction methods is advantageous but not a requirement.
  • Working knowledge in design and construction of US Navy vessels is advantageous but not a requirement.

• Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:

• 18 years of age or older at time of application.
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within

   seven years from disposition date

• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from

  disposition date

• Willing to submit to a drug screen
• Willing to submit to a background check
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.