Electrical DesignerDrafter I
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Job Location:
Norwich, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Overview
The Electrical Designer/Drafter I is an entry-level position that supports electrical design and drafting efforts for United States Navy submarine programs and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUV)s. Under the guidance of senior design personnel the Electrical Designer/Drafter I develops and updates technical drawings conducts ship checks and assists with submarine electrical design documentation in accordance with U.S. Navy and company standards. This role offers a clear pathway to advancement into Electrical Designer II and higher-level engineering support positions through hands-on experience training and demonstrated performance.
Responsibilities
- Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings specifications and technical documentation.
- Develop 2D electrical cabling diagrams system interface diagrams and wiring tables in accordance with applicable standards.
- Perform analysis on submarine electrical power distribution systems and perform voltage drop and load balancing calculations.
- Develop update and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
- Apply basic electrical engineering and drafting principles to support design solutions.
- Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.
- Update and revise drawings using redline input from senior Designer/Drafter personnel.
- Perform self-checks of drawings and models to ensure accuracy completeness and compliance prior to submittal.
- Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate review comments into assigned drawings.
- Maintain organized electronic design files and adhere to configuration management and document control processes.
- Communicate effectively with engineers designers and program team members to clarify design intent and task requirements.
- Track assigned tasks meet scheduled deliverables and provide status updates to senior design staff or project leaders.
- Follow company quality management system (QMS) procedures and support continuous improvement efforts.
- Comply with all safety security export control and confidentiality requirements when working in office shipyard and onboard environments.
Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance (paid for and sponsored by AMERICAN SYSTEMS upon hire)
- Associates degree in electronic engineering technology or other Electrical/Electronic related 2-year degree program.
Experience
- Autodesk AutoCAD or similar 2D drafting software is desired but not required.
- Microsoft Office Software products to include Word Excel Access and PowerPoint.
- Technical Skills
- Basic understanding of electrical/electronic engineering principles.
- Basic Circuit Design and Analysis
- Understanding of Electrical Power and Data Network Systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical/electronic specifications and technical drawings.
Physical Requirements
- Physically capable of conducting ship checks aboard United States Navy submarines.
- Comfortable working in confined spaces.
- Ability to climb vertical ladders ranging from 20 to 25 feet unassisted.
Work Environment
- Work may be performed in offices shipyards and onboard submarine environments.
- May require travel to Navy facilities and shipyards (estimated 5-10% of time).
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Required Experience:
IC
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About Company
AMERICAN SYSTEMS has been delivering IT and Engineering solutions to complex national priority programs since 1975. Our mission-focused approach ensures a trusted, collaborative partnership with our customers. Performance is paramount. We know what’s at stake. ®
