CAD Drafter/Modeler Intern

Department:     Engineering

Reports to:        Drafting Supervisor

Location:            Bremerton 

FSLA Status:       Non-Exempt 

Compensation: $23- $25 per hour, DOE

Schedule/Duration: Monday- Thursday, four ten hour days- estimated May through September 2026

JOB SUMMARY:

Under supervision, will apply theory and principles in design to assist in modifying and developing mechanical component drawings under direction of drafting staff. Create and maintain 3D CAD models and drawings to support the development, engineering and production of SAFE Boats products. Provide support as it relates to the Engineering staff and meeting production requirements in the engineering and design of high-speed aluminum boats ranging from 20-100 feet in length.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Review project instructions and blueprints

· Discuss changes in design and drafting techniques and procedures with staff and coordinate corrections.

· Uses CAD software and established drafting standards to develop layouts, drawings, from 3D models generated by designers and engineers

· Develops and refines 3D models under direction of designers and engineers

· Incorporates marked up corrections from internal customers

· Reviews and understands the specifications

· Reviews BOMs to synchronize with CAD data

· Prepares shop drawings 

· Supports production through direct interaction for Q&A and problem solving 

· Participation in/ observation in Technical Data Package creation for end users

· Reads, interprets, and assists in application of SAFE Boats, Department of Defense, MIL-SPEC, and regulatory standards and customer supplied documentation

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Strong communication and technical skills with the ability to quickly grasp technical issues/concepts

· Strong analytical and interpretative skills

· Self-motivated, strategic thinker

· Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

· Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

· Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

· Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

· Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

· Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Experience & Education:

Physical Requirements: 

SAFE Boats International, LLC abides 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. SAFE Boats takes 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. 

Participates in a Drug Free Business Policy, pre-employment Background checks and E-Verify. Must be eligible to work in the United States and be ITAR compliant. Applicants must be 18 years of age or over.