Electrical Designer/Drafter I

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.

This position is 100% Onsite

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.

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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)

• Associate’s 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).

Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $25.00/Hr. - USD $28/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status