Senior Mechanical Designer - 3D CAD Lead (Shipyard)

Austal Usa, LLC; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Austal USA, LLC in Mobile, AL is seeking an experienced CAD Designer to develop 2D and 3D drawings, review drafts, and collaborate with production and design teams to meet project requirements.

The role requires 4+ years in 3D modeling, shipyard design experience, and strong communication skills to coordinate with partners, customers, and suppliers. On-site work with strict schedules and safety standards is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree or higher in CAD preferred.
• 4 years minimum of 3D modeling experience.
• 5 to 10 years of shipyard design or production/construction experience or equivalent experience.
• Experience in construction of high speed aluminum vessels preferred.
• Experience with modular construction methods preferred.
• Experience in design and construction of US Navy vessels preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Office products.
• Experienced in interacting with multiple design teams and members of production.
• Experience using 2D and 3D AutoCAD
• Basic draw and modify commands
• Layer types
• Line types
• Dimensions
• Unit of measure
• Creating orthographic views from isometric drawings
• 3D modeling commands
• Creating 3D models from orthographic views or vendor furnished information
• Able to interface with models from other disciplines using the XREF command
• Able to model in 3D model space without interferences
• Experience with ShipConstructor preferred.
• Possess a thorough understanding of vessel design in two or more of following areas: Equipment Electrical Fitout Foundations Hull HVAC Material Pipe Product Hierarchy Structure
• Able to interpret system schematics, structural key plans, compartment arrangements, and electrical diagrams to create 3D CAD models.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for 2D and 3D drawing development.
• Checking drawings created by CAD Drafters and Designer I-II.
• Works with Production Management, cross-functional design teams internal and external to the company, including business partner representatives, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.

Skills

3D modeling

2D drafting

AutoCAD

ShipConstructor

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree in CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

ShipConstructor

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Austal USA, LLC in Mobile, AL is seeking an experienced CAD Designer to develop 2D and 3D drawings, review drafts, and collaborate with production and design teams to meet project requirements.

The role requires 4+ years in 3D modeling, shipyard design experience, and strong communication skills to coordinate with partners, customers, and suppliers. On-site work with strict schedules and safety standards is expected.