Structural Designer IV

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932. Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion. REPORTS TO: Chief Department Engineer or Department Engineer III SUPERVISES: Designer I, II, III and Draftspersons AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for drawing development as assigned by the Chief Department Engineer or a Department Engineer III Responsible for checking drawings done by Designers I, II, III and Draftspersons QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE: General: 13 years of shipyard design and construction experience or equivalent experience 13 years of 3D modeling experience Excellent written and oral communication skills Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers. Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office products, ShipConstructor or other 3D modeling software Possess a thorough understanding of vessel design, in any or all of the following areas: structure, HVAC, mechanical systems, wire ways or fitout AA Degree in CAD preferred TOOLS: Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD 2008 or later, ShipConstructor 08 DIRECTION EXERCISED: May lead the work of Designers I, II, III and Draftspersons May determine technical adequacy of drawings DISCRETION EXERCISED: May provide input to evaluations of Designers I, II, III and Draftspersons LIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES: General: Experience in the construction of high speed aluminum vessels is advantageous but not a requirement Working knowledge of modular construction methods is advantageous but not a requirement. Working knowledge in design and construction of US Navy vessels is advantageous but not a requirement. Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application. Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities. Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va. With the most modern steel panel line in the shipbuilding industry, Austal USA’s facility is capable of supporting the manufacture of both aluminum and steel ships. Austal USA leverages a moving module production line and strict adherence to lean manufacturing principles to consistently deliver on-schedule and on-budget. Austal USA is currently under contract for several programs, including the U.S. Coast Guard’s Heritage-class Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), the TAGOS-25 ocean surveillance ships, the Spearhead-class Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF), the Navajo-class Towing, Salvage and Rescue ships (T-ATS), the Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), the Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock Medium (AFDM), and the Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), and is supporting Navy unmanned vessel programs leveraging its advanced machinery control system. Austal USA’s service business provides global support to U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command and other customers. Austal USA’s San Diego Service Center includes a waterfront facility that will have the capability to drydock small combatants and similar sized ships. Earning 23 safety excellence awards, Austal USA continues to be one of the safest shipyards in America.