Structural Draftsman/Sr. Draftsman at Electric Boat – Groton, Connecticut

Structural Draftsman/Sr. Draftsman

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2025-16871
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 12
Category: Drafting/Design
EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

The Electric Boat Design community is responsible for developing qualified candidates to produce 3D models and documents to support maintenance and construction of various classes of submarines. As a Draftsman on our team, you will be tasked with the development of technical data utilizing various software in a fast pace collaborative environment.

For over 100 years, Electric Boat Design teams have played a key role in delivery of the advantage that protects our Sailors, our Families, and our Freedom. This is an opportunity to be part of the next chapter of our legacy.

Responsibilities:

• Development of technical information to support construction utilizing CAD software with oversight
• Interpretation of construction, manufacturing, technical and safety documents
• Analysis of as built conditions
• Developing solutions to technical problems both as an individual and as part of multi-discipline teams
• Maintain adherence to technical, procedural, and safety requirement throughout product development

Responsibilities

• Strong structural aptitude
• knowledge of Microsoft products
• familiarity with design practices/rules and CAD tools (NX preferred)
• ability to perform design related math functions
• ability to read and interpret written instructions and drawings (blueprints)
• desire to develop skills through on-the-job experience and continued education to advance in the design profession
• Familiarity with design standards, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), military specifications, manufacturing processes and lean design manufacturing
• Self-starter
• Exceptional organization skills
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with a desire to develop skills in an on-the-job training environment
• Familiarity with design development, and manufacturing processes

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma/GED or Vocational High School diploma
• 2-6 years of design experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in drafting (portfolio) with Computer Aided Design (CAD) is required (NX preferred)

Preferred:

• Two year Technical School/College
• 3-5 years of relevant academic or work experience in design or construction

• Experience in steel fabrication and machining processes