Senior/Lead Marine Designer/Drafter

Saronic

Franklin, LouisianaonsiteJan 27, 2026·Posted 2 months ago

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Domain

Infrastructure

Tech Stack

NXShipConstructorAutoCADRhino

Must-Have Requirements

✓Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology or similar field
✓6+ years of CAD drafting experience in marine industry
✓Experience leading a team of marine designers
✓Strong expertise in one or more areas of vessel design (general, mechanical, electrical, structural, piping)
✓Knowledge of maritime regulatory requirements, construction tolerances, and vessel construction processes
✓Experience creating and submitting drawings for classification societies (ABS, DNV, LR)
✓Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software (NX, ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, Rhino)

Description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

We are seeking talented and motivated marine designers and drafters to support the development of autonomous surface vessels. This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional vessel design and advanced autonomous technologies; driving impact in defense innovation.

Responsibilities

Support new vessel construction through detailed 2D and 3D modeling and technical drawings and production support Create and modify ship construction drawings Work directly with naval architects, marine engineers, structural engineers, and electrical engineers on new vessel design implementation Develop and maintain strict drawing standards and best practices Mentor and guide other designers in both CAD modeling and ship design best practices Create documentation for marine regulatory compliance Work with production and build engineering team to document as built details

Qualifications

Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology or similar field of study 6+ years of CAD drafting experience in the marine industry Experience leading a team of marine designers Strong expertise in one or more areas of vessel design: general design, mechanical design, electrical design, structural design, and piping design Knowledge of maritime regulatory requirements, construction tolerances, and vessel construction processes and sequences Experience creating and submitting drawing for submittal to classification societies such as ABS, DNV, and LR. Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software like NX, ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, and Rhino

Benefits