SAFE Boats International

Marine Designer

SAFE Boats International$83K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of marine design experience
  • Associate degree in design or equivalent marine industry experience
  • 2 years of experience in 3D CAD design and 2D drafting
  • Solid Edge experience is a plus
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Must be a US Citizen

Responsibilities

  • Design and create 3D model customizations for SAFE Boats vessel platforms
  • Incorporate feedback from internal and external customers into designs
  • Propose design solutions to meet performance requirements
  • Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOMs)
  • Prepare and study technical drawings and specifications for compliance
  • Inspect completed installations to ensure conformity with design
  • Provide technical support for vessel construction

Benefits

  • Strong emphasis on collaborating with law enforcement and military sectors
  • Opportunities for both domestic and international travel
  • Dynamic work environment within a smaller company
  • Focus on lean manufacturing principles and efficient design processes
  • Hands-on involvement in all stages of boat design, from conceptualization to production
Full Job Description
Marine Designer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Design Manager

Location: Bremerton (this position is NOT eligible for remote work, on site presence is required)

FSLA Status: Exempt

Compensation: $83- 95K per year, DOE

Shift: 5:00am-3:30pm Monday thru Thursday

Why we need you and what you will be responsible for:

With a record high backlog of boats to build, we are seeking a dedicated, passionate Marine Designer to help us design our incredible boats efficiently and successfully for our mission-focused customers. Using your Marine Design experience, 3D CAD skills, and talent you will create functional and appealing product designs for the law enforcement, first responders, and the military for both domestic and international customers.

What you will be doing:
• Design and create 3D model customizations to existing SAFE Boats vessel platforms
• Incorporate feedback from internal and external customers into designs
• Propose design solutions to meet performance requirements
• Develop and maintain bills of materials (BOM's)
• Reviews and understands specifications
• Reviews, audits, and updates BOMs to synchronize with CAD data
• Provide support to other Designers preparing 3D models and documentation of vessel designs
• Research components and materials for new applications
• Prepare and study technical drawings, specifications to ensure conformity with standards and customer requirements
• Inspect completed installations and observe operations to ensure conformity with design and compliance with operational and safety standards
• Provide technical support for vessel construction
• Investigate and resolve production and quality problems, conferring with the appropriate personnel as required
• Conducts peer reviews of work to ensure accuracy prior to release to production
• Support production Team Members, answers questions and problem solves boat builds in progress
• Perform other related activities as assigned

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Ability to navigate and be successful operating in a dynamic smaller company environment
• Strong technical ability and understanding of manufacturing systems, lean manufacturing principles, material flow systems
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to creatively problem solve in a complex environment
• Advanced computer skills, with a focus 3D CAD, analytical tools and Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work effectively independently or on a team
• Ability to work effectively and achieve success under pressure and within deadlines
• Ability to travel as required, both domestic and international
• Self-motivated, strategic thinker

Experience & Education:

  • Two to five years of applicable marine design experience
  • Associate degree in design or equivalent marine industry experience
  • Two years of experience in 3D CAD design and 2D drafting
  • Solid Edge experience a plus
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
  • Must be a US Citizen


Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to sit for long periods of time

• Grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crawling, repetitive motions, bending, climbing,

  • Listening and hearing ability and visual acuity
  • Bend, stoop, squat and stretch to complete tasks
  • Must be able to work at heights and/or confined spaces and lift up to 40 lbs.

About SAFE Boats International

SAFE Boats International is a boat manufacturer that specializes in building high-performance aluminum boats for military, law enforcement, and fire and rescue agencies. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Gig Harbor, Washington. SAFE Boats International has built over 2,000 boats for customers in over 60 countries. The company's boats are known for their durability, speed, and maneuverability, and are used for a variety of missions, including search and rescue, patrol, and interdiction. SAFE Boats International is a subsidiary of Brunswick Corporation, a publicly traded company that specializes in marine products and services.
Learn more about SAFE Boats International
Size
400 employees
Industry
Founded
1996

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