Weeks Construction - Drafter/Designer

Weeks Marine, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off
United States, New Jersey, Jersey City
Foot of Colony Road (Show on map)
Mar 24, 2025
Requisition ID:175866 Job Level:Entry Level Home District/Group:Weeks Marine - Construction Department:Drafting & Design Market:Marine Employment Type:Full Time Position Overview The Drafter/Designer develops drawings for constructing new equipment or implementing changes to existing equipment. District Overview Weeks Marine's vast reach and deep expertise, combined with the sheer size and diversity of its equipment fleet, enables the company to serve as a one-stop shop for clients in both the private and governmental sectors, providing exceptional customer service, environmental sensitivity, operational efficiency, and a long-standing commitment to safety. Weeks Marine is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey, and manages a network of regional offices in Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Guam, Ontario, and Nova Scotia. Location This position is located at our Greenville Yard in Jersey City, NJ. Responsibilities * Creation of detailed drawings * Documentation and record keeping * Obtaining bids for fabrication of equipment * Compiling and awarding bid packages for fabrication of equipment * Ensuring drawings meet Marine standards and regulatory compliance Qualifications * 1+ years of related experience preferred * Experience with AutoCAD drafting software required * Experience with AutoCAD Inventor preferred * Proficient skills in standard office software packages * Ability to work 40-hour work week, M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., additional hours as needed * This position requires fluent use of the verbal and written English language * Must be willing and able to work outside the office as required to inspect and gather relevant information, including field dimensions, to allow completion of drafting projects. Outside office work to include visits to yard facilities and jobsites and includes accessing marine equipment. Physical Requirements: * Ability to remain in seated stationary position for long periods of time * Ability to climb ladders and work at heights * Ability to navigate around office to use equipment as needed * Light lifting (up to 20 lbs.) as needed #LI-MO1 Other Requirements: Regular, reliable attendance Work productively and meet deadlines timely Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. May work at various different locations and conditions may vary Base Compensation:$63,000/yr -$68,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.