Ventilation Designer and Programmer

International Marine and Industrial Applicators, LLC; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

International Marine and Industrial Applicators, LLC is seeking a Ventilation Designer & Programmer in Portsmouth, VA. The role involves developing and programming ventilation systems for naval applications compliant with U.S. standards.

Candidates should have experience with AutoCAD and a background in HVAC design, with a preferred degree or relevant apprenticeship. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and 401k.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in designing/fabricating HVAC/sheet metal parts.
• Minimum of 2 years using 2D/3D software for layouts.
• Experience with CAD and machine programming software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and program ventilation components for shipboard applications.
• Create layouts using AutoCAD and Trimble Fab Shop.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and shop personnel.

Skills

Collaboration

Knowledge of NAVSEA standards

Shipboard surveys skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Understanding of design/fabrication

Reading U.S. Naval drawings

Ability to work fast-paced

Education

Degree in relevant field or completion of an accredited apprenticeship

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Trimble Fab Shop

Nesting Softwares

Job description

Title: Ventilation Designer & Programmer

Reports To: Project Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $60,000.00–$90,000.00 Annually DOE

Full Time/Part Time Status: Full Time

Location: Office, Shop, Shipyard(s) & Customer Facilities

Summary

The Ventilation Designer and Programmer is responsible for developing, designing, and programming ventilation components for shipboard applications in accordance with U.S. Naval and marine industry standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The Designer takes direction from Project Manager as needed to support design and programming of parts and reports any contract/budget related information to Project Manager.
• Use AutoCAD to develop model layouts and work packages for ventilation parts.
• Develop and program parts using Trimble Fab Shop Pro software.
• Provide nests/sheet quantities for materials as needed.
• Update progress on design/part development to Project Manager.
• Work with shop personnel on any questions/issues during fabrication process.
• Support onsite visits or ship checks as needed.
• Work to issue work packages to shop by assigned dates.
• Work with Material Planner on identifying materials as needed.
• Provide technical support to Estimating Team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Attributes

• Ability to collaborate with others to solve problems.
• Knowledge of NAVSEA standard items and MIL-STD-1689A.
• Ability to perform shipboard surveys on Navy Vessels (ability to climb vertical ladders/stairwells).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent problem solving abilities.
• Thorough understanding of design/fabrication.
• Ability to read/interpret U.S. Naval and marine industry drawings.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environment.

Education and Experience

• Designer should have previous designing/fabricating HVAC/sheet metal parts for the Navy Fleet.
• Degree in relative field or completion of an accredited 4‑year apprenticeship is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years using 2D/3D software to create parts/layouts.
• Experience with CAD, Inventor, and other machine programming software.
• Experience using programming software to create/nest ventilation parts.
• Experience fabricating/installing ventilation on Navy Vessels is preferred.
• Experience with hand layouts/patterns/orthographic projection.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Most work performed in a shop environment.
• Some exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, heights, confined spaces, precarious places, proximity to other employees.
• Required to travel occasionally both locally and to other geographical areas as required. Work may sometimes require shipboard checks, meetings, and inspections.
• Short periods of standing, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to customer facilities to access Navy vessels.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Equipment Used

• Computer, laptop, software such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Nesting Softwares, Trimble Fab Shop or Design2Fab.

*This is a general list and is not all inclusive.

Reasonable Accommodations

• Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Location: VA, Portsmouth

Exempt/Non‑Exempt: Exempt

Benefits

IMIA, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k

Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company’s Employee Assistance Program.

Per Diem OR Dislocation Allowance may be provided to eligible employees to reimburse some or all of the cost an employee might be reasonably expected to incur for lodging, meals, and incidental expenses while traveling out of town for work.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.