Mechanical Designer I, Pipe/Machinery

Gulf Copper; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 (k)

Group Health & Dental Plan

Short- & Long-Term Disability Ins.

Life & Voluntary Life Insurance

Holiday & Vacation Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gulf Copper LLC, a Davie Defense subsidiary in Galveston, TX, seeks a Mechanical Designer I for pipe and machinery. You will develop piping layouts, coordinate with structural, electrical, and HVAC teams, and review drawings for constructability and compliance.

Travel to shipyards may be required. Ideal candidates have an associate degree in drafting and 0–3 years in marine design, plus proficiency in AutoCAD and marine 3D tools such as AVEVA Marine.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Technical Drafting; 0–3 years in marine mechanical design or shipbuilding.
• Strong understanding of shipboard mechanical systems and installation practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Understanding of marine piping, foundations, mechanical systems, equipment installation, and shipyard production processes.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and marine 3D design software.
• Experience with government ship design programs, AVEVA Marine or similar marine design software, Navisworks, production-ready machinery drawing packages.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the safe execution of mechanical design activities in accordance with safety goals and policies.
• Develop mechanical arrangements, equipment locations, piping layouts, and associated drawings.
• Coordinate mechanical design requirements with structure, electrical, mechanical HVAC, outfitting, naval architecture, and other disciplines.
• Perform self checks on mechanical drawings and design deliverables for accuracy, completeness, accessibility, constructability, and compliance.
• Coordinate mechanical foundations, supports, piping, equipment, and associated outfitting with other disciplines.
• Coordinate engineering information required to support material takeoffs, procurement, fabrication, and installation.
• Review engineering changes and incorporate approved revisions into applicable design documentation.
• Participate in 3D model reviews, drawing reviews, and production reviews and assist in resolving conflicts.
• Monitor progress of mechanical design activities and report status to the Lead Mechanical Designer, Pipe/Machinery.
• Conduct shipyard visits and travel as required to support mechanical design and project development.
• Support continuous improvement of mechanical design, engineering, constructability, and production-support processes.
• Ensure compliance with Gulf Copper Mission Statement and Quality Management System.
• Coordinate with the Lead Mechanical Designer, Pipe/Machinery to maintain design schedules and deliverables.

Skills

Shipboard machinery design

Piping design coordination

Mechanical design coordination

Detail-oriented

Planning & scheduling

Education

Associate degree in Technical Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

AVEVA Marine

Marine 3D design software

Job description

Mechanical Designer I, Pipe/Machinery

Company Overview

Gulf Copper LLC, a subsidiary of Davie Defense, is a leading Marine Repair and New Construction company based in Galveston, Texas, with more than 75 years of ship repair and fabrication experience on the Gulf Coast. Gulf Copper's primary business is the repair and refurbishment of marine vessels, ship construction, and fabrication for transportation, government, and oil and gas markets.

Benefits

• 401 (k)
• Group Health & Dental Plan
• Short-& Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Holiday & Vacation Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the following: Other duties may be assigned.

1. Responsible for supporting the safe execution of mechanical design activities in accordance with the company's overall safety goals, objectives and policies.
2. Develop mechanical arrangements, equipment locations, piping layouts, and associated drawings.
3. Coordinate mechanical design requirements with structure, electrical, mechanical HVAC, outfitting, naval architecture, and other engineering and design disciplines.
4. Perform self checks on mechanical drawings and design deliverables for accuracy, completeness, accessibility, constructability, and compliance with applicable project requirements and standards.
5. Coordinate mechanical foundations, supports, piping, equipment, and associated outfitting with other disciplines.
6. Coordinate engineering information required to support material takeoffs, procurement, fabrication, and installation.
7. Review engineering changes and incorporate approved revisions into applicable design documentation.
8. Participate in 3D model reviews, drawing reviews, and production reviews and assist in resolving identified conflicts.
9. Monitor progress of mechanical design activities and report status, priorities, constraints, and required actions to the Lead Mechanical Designer, Pipe/Machinery.
10. Conduct shipyard visits and business-related travel as required to support mechanical design, coordination, training, and project development.
11. Support continuous improvement of mechanical design, engineering, constructability, and production-support processes.
12. Ensure compliance with Gulf Copper Mission Statement and Quality Management System.
13. Coordinate with the Lead Mechanical Designer, Pipe/Machinery to maintain design schedules, drawing dependencies, and design deliverables in support of production planning and project milestones.

Required Education & Experience

1. Associate degree in Technical Drafting plus 0-3 years of relevant working experience in marine mechanical design or shipbuilding.
2. Strong understanding of shipboard mechanical systems and installation practices.
3. Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
4. Demonstrated understanding of marine piping, foundations, mechanical systems, equipment installation, and shipyard production processes.
5. Experience working with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
6. Proficiency with AutoCAD and marine 3D design software.
7. Experience with government ship design programs, classification society and regulatory requirements, AVEVA Marine or similar marine design software, Navisworks, production-ready machinery drawing packages, shipboard piping systems, pumps, tanks, valves, machinery, and mechanical equipment preferred.

Working Conditions

1. Regular work time indoors in an environmentally controlled office setting, combined with regular time in shipyard production areas and aboard vessels. Travel to partner shipyards and engineering locations may be required to support training, coordination, and project development.

Necessary Equipment Operation

1. Computer systems and standard office equipment.
2. AutoCAD, marine 3D design software, AVEVA Marine or similar design systems, and Navisworks as applicable.
3. Personal protective equipment (PPE) required when in production and waterfront areas.

Special Skills

1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
2. Strong shipboard machinery and piping design coordination skills.
3. Ability to interpret machinery arrangements, specifications, and technical documentation.
4. Excellent planning, checking, organizing, and problem-solving skills.
5. Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and production teams.
6. Strong understanding of accessibility, constructability, and production-ready machinery design requirements.
7. Ability to operate in a systematic and logical manner.
8. Good judgment and attention to minute detail.
9. High performance and a strong team player.
10. Commitment to company values.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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