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Mid Mechanical CAD Engineer

Mid Mechanical CAD Engineer

CompanyGeneral Dynamics
LocationChesapeake, VA, USA
Salary$82283 – $111323
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelSenior

Requirements

  • Design
  • Design Specifications
  • Electrical CAD
  • 6 + years of related experience
  • US Citizenship Required
  • A US DoD Secret security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

  • Works closely with design originators preparing drawings of complex or original design.
  • Prepares drawings, which require a high degree of precision.
  • Performs difficult assignments requiring initiative, resourcefulness, and drafting expertise.
  • Assures that anticipated problems in manufacture, assembly, installation and operation are resolved by the drawing produced.
  • Exercises judgment in selecting and interpreting data based on knowledge of the design intent.
  • Completely knowledgeable with all tools of the trade (CAD program, rulers, compass, divider, calculator etc.) and complete knowledge of drafting and design standards.
  • Provides advice, guidance, and instruction to drafters.
  • May serve as point of contact for complex drafting projects.
  • Ability to prepare a complete drawing package without supervision.
  • Ability to lead Site Visits to vessels and shore sites to gather technical data for drawing development.
  • Calculates Weight and Moments changes as a result of drawing.
  • Calculates electrical loads or heat loads for specific drawing and provide proper breakers, cable type/size or heat exchanger for requirements.
  • Selects proper material for structural members.
  • Assists Electrical/Mechanical engineers for stress/electrical/mechanical calculations.
  • Revises drawings to reflect As-Installed Conditions.
  • Trained for LiDAR scanning.
  • Thorough knowledge of Model Space/Paper Space techniques.
  • Thorough understanding of Weight Group assignments for Ships Systems and manual for BSCI/ESWBS grouping.
  • Ability to research existing conditions and find that information.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of all Government and Commercial Design and Drafting requirements.
  • Computer literacy, including use of word-processing, spreadsheet, database software.
  • Ability to assist in customization of CAD Software.
  • Intimate knowledge of Designing and Drafting Software.
  • Seasoned oral and written communication skills.
  • Capacity to sustain keen attention to detail.