Senior Drafter / Designer

@ Riggins
Rigginsriggins.com

Senior Drafter / Designer

Hampton, VA
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

This role leads complex design projects in heavy industrial or shipyard settings. Requires advanced AutoCAD skills, structural knowledge, and experience producing fabrication-ready drawings.

Requirements

  • 10+ years drafting experience
  • AutoCAD 2D and 3D expertise
  • Heavy structural steel knowledge
  • Fabrication drawing experience
  • CNC cut file development

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD required
  • Experience with structural design
  • Strong work ethic and reliability
  • Ability to handle multiple projects

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Position Overview

This is a high-responsibility role requiring strong independent performance. The Senior Drafter / Designer will lead complex design e orts, develop complete drawing packages, perform advanced 3D modeling, and ensure designs are fabrication-ready and compliant with industry standards.

This position requires expert-level AutoCAD 2D and 3D capability.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop complex 2D and 3D models using AutoCAD (REQUIRED)
  • Produce complete, fabrication-ready drawing packages
  • Perform advanced structural layout and design development
  • Review and check drawings for accuracy and compliance
  • Develop CNC-ready cut files
  • Develop material forming details
  • Collaborate directly with designers, engineers, project managers, and clients
  • Provide technical guidance to junior drafters
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards


Required Qualifications
  • 10+ years of drafting/design experience in heavy industrial, shipyard, or manufacturing environments
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (2D and 3D modeling REQUIRED)
  • Strong understanding of heavy structural steel and welded design
  • Experience producing fabrication-ready drawing packages independently
  • Experience in lofting and developing CNC cutting files
  • Deep understanding of materials and manufacturing processes
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T
  • Proven reliability, strong work ethic, and consistent productivity
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision


Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (preferred)
  • Experience with CVN or submarine structural drafting
  • Experience with ASME Code pressure vessels or heat exchangers
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field
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