Marine Designer
Listed on 2026-07-20
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Manufacturing Engineer
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 Work With Us?Opportunity to work for an employee-owned company.
Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional development and continuous improvement.
Competitive compensation and benefits package- including Healthcare, Paid Time off, 401K and more!
Four, ten-hour day work week
Contribute to providing first responders and the military with tools they need to save lives
Why We Need You and What You Will Be Responsible ForWith 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.
WhatYou 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 & AbilitiesAbility 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 & EducationTwo 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 RequirementsMust 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.
SAFE Boats International LLC abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. SAFE Boats takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
Participates in a Drug Free Business Policy, pre-employment Background checks and E-Verify. Must be eligible to work in the United States and be ITAR compliant. Applicants must be 18 years of age or over.
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