SW Drafting Technician

Bellingham Marine; Dixon (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellingham Marine in Dixon, CA is seeking a draftsman/administrative support for marina/dock construction projects. You will prepare clear, complete plans and 3D drawings from sketches and specifications, under engineer direction.

The role requires an AA degree and 3 years of related experience, with AutoCAD and SolidWorks skills, and a background check and drug screening as part of our Drug Free Workplace policy.

Qualifications

• Associates degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or technical school and 3 years related experience or training.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and 3D drafting using SolidWorks or AutoCAD Inventor; MS Word/Excel; Windows OS.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Creates construction and fabrication drawings per company standards and engineer directions.
• Applies engineering practices, math, materials science to complete drawings.
• Prepares flotation calculations for each float module.
• Creates fabrication details to meet designed freeboard.
• Maintains paper and data files for historical project records.
• Liaises with departments and vendors to define needs and specifications.

Skills

Drafting

Administrative tasks

Detail orientation

Reading sketches/notes

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

AutoCAD Inventor

Job description

Performs drawing and administrative functions for marina/dock construction projects by preparing clear, complete and accurate plans and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches/notes, contract changes and/or bid specifications, Candidates will be required to complete and administrative background check and to pass a pre-employment drug screen and participate in random drug screening per our Drug Free Workplace policy. Dependability for work is crucial.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIE S

• Creates construction and fabrication (drawings in accordance with company standards and design engineer's directions and specifications.
• Utilizes knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, mathematics, building materials, and other physical sciences to complete drawings.
• Makes any adjustments or changes necessary or desired.
• Prepares flotation calculations for each float module in a dock system .
• Creates fabrication details using the flotation calculations to ensure that each float module will attain the designed freeboard.
• Compiles and maintains both paper and data files on all projects for a historical record of all drawings completed.
• Consults with and assists departments in determining needs and developing specifications for goods and services
• Establishes and maintains contact with vendors and negotiates with them to obtain best and most cost-effective goods and services for BMI
• Demonstrates and applies safety rules and techniques.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made.to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-Year College or technical school; 3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Fully trained in the use of AutoCad, and experience in 3D Drafting with software such as SolidWorks or AutoCad Inventor. Minimum five years' experience working in a network environment. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Windows-, and E-mail software. Solidworks experience preferred.