Designer, 1st & 2nd Class

General Dynamics Corp

  • Brunswick, ME
  • 20 days ago
  • $32.80–$39.33 Per Hour
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Skills

  • 3D Modelingunmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
  • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
  • CATIA CADunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Design Servicesunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Installation Guideunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Requirements Managementunmatched
  • SolidWorksunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched
  • Work From Homeunmatched

Description

Responsibilities for this Position

Designer, 1st & 2nd Class

US-ME-Brunswick

Req ID: 2026-5263

Type: Regular Full-Time

Remaining Positions: 2

Post End Date: 8/2/2026

Category: Engineering

Salary Grade: BMDA

Shift: 1st

Overview

BIW is hiring Marine Designers at the following levels:

  • 1st Class Designer: $32.80/Hr. - $39.33/Hr.
  • 2nd Class Designer: $29.34/Hr. - $31.51/Hr.

Designers perform a variety of work including:

  • Perform marine design activities that include, but are not limited to, 3D modeling & visualization.
  • Resolution of design-related problems encountered during ship construction that will involve occasional ship-checking.
  • Development of ship alteration drawings for repair/alteration of ships in the fleet.
  • Electronic drafting of installation & fabrication drawings.
  • Extraction of computer-aided manufacturing data.
  • Proficient in original work of a creative/innovative nature, complex problem solving, or the review/check of other employee's work.

Designer Benefits package includes:

  • Annual wage and promotion increases
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Vacation/Sick time options
  • 401k matching.
  • Future work-from-home opportunities

Responsibilities

Required:

  • Excellent computer skills (e.g., demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tools) required.
  • Demonstrated Proficiency in AutoCAD, CATIA, Solid Works, or other Similar 2-D or 3-D CAD Software Required.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures, standards, and work instructions is required.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred:

  • Ability to perform ship checks through visits to the physical construction products on the waterfront or in fabrication facilities, as well as ability to travel to ship homeports on occasion.
  • Knowledge in extraction of computer aided manufacturing data - CAD/CAM, MasterCAM, 5Axis, G-Code.

Qualifications

1st Class Required:

  • Minimum of seven (7) years marine design or technically related design experience required, OR
  • Bachelors degree in a related technical field (Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture), with (4) years design experience required, OR
  • Associate/ Vocational School degree with six (6) years design experience required.
  • 3D CAD and/or AutoCAD proficiency.
  • Proficiency in one of the following disciplines: Loft, Structural, Electrical, Pipe, Ventilation, or Hull Outfit.

2nd Class Required:

  • Minimum of four (4) years design experience, OR
  • Bachelors degree in a related technical field (Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture), OR
  • Associate/ Vocational School degree with two (2) years design experience, required.
  • 3D CAD or AutoCAD proficiency.

Preferred:

  • Experience with installation and fabrication drawings is highly desirable.
  • Familiar with ship specifications as related to design requirements is highly desirable.

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Numbers & Facts

LocationBrunswick, ME
Salary$32.80–$39.33 Per Hour

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