Mechanical Designer / Drafter II – AutoCAD

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Mechanical Designer/Drafter II supporting mechanical design for United States Navy submarine programs and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles. Involves drafting, documentation, and collaboration with engineers.

Posted 7/6/2026full-timeNorwich • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $27 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical drafting principles, 2D and 3D modeling, and the application of GD&T practices in accordance with ASME standards. Proficient in collaborating with engineering teams to produce accurate design documentation and maintain compliance with quality management systems.

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2D Drawing Creation Using CAD Software3D Drawing Creation Using Solid Modeling SoftwareMechanical Drafting PrinciplesGD&T Practices According to ASME Y14.5Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills

2D Drawing Creation3D Drawing CreationMechanical Drafting PrinciplesGD&T PracticesReading Engineering SketchesTechnical Documentation InterpretationLists of Material (LOM) DevelopmentSelf-Checking of DrawingsConfiguration ManagementDocument Control

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborationTask TrackingMeeting Schedule-Driven DeliverablesContinuous Improvement Support

Tools & Technologies

Autodesk AutoCAD®Autodesk Inventor®SOLIDWORKS®Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft PowerPointAdobe PDF Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Computer-Aided Design/Drafting CertificateHigh School Diploma or GED

Industry Keywords

United States Navy SubmarinesShip ChecksShip Construction DrawingsMechanical Design OptimizationQuality Management System (QMS)Safety and Security ComplianceExport Control Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct ship checks on United States Navy submarines to collect field data and verify existing configurations.
Research submarine construction using ship construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Collaborate directly with Mechanical Engineers to create 3D solid models supporting optimization of mechanical designs for shipboard installations.
Develop 2D mechanical component and assembly-level drawings in accordance with applicable standards.
Develop, update, and maintain Lists of Material (LOM).
Support senior Mechanical Designer/Drafter personnel with development of shipboard installation and arrangement drawings.
Apply mechanical drafting principles and engineering concepts to support design solutions.
Implement Standard Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) practices in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
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 schedule-driven 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.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required for the purpose of obtaining and holding a U.S. security clearance.
High School Diploma or GED, plus a Computer-Aided Design/Drafting Certificate.
3 years minimum of business-related experience in one or more of the following:
Creating 2D drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
Creating 3D drawings using solid modeling design software
Developed understanding of mechanical drafting principles, manufacturing processes, and drawing conventions.
Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, specifications, and technical drawings.
Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD® and Autodesk Inventor® is desired but not required.
SOLIDWORKS® experience is acceptable.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Experience using Adobe PDF tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

healthcare benefits
paid leave
retirement plans
insurance programs
education and training assistance