Saronic
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Senior/Lead Marine Designer/Drafter

Location
New Orleans, LA
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About the role

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking talented and motivated marine designers and drafters to support the development of autonomous surface vessels. This role will provide hands-on experience in traditional vessel design and advanced autonomous technologies; driving impact in defense innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Support new vessel construction through detailed 2D and 3D modeling and technical drawings and production support
  • Create and modify ship construction drawings
  • Work directly with naval architects, marine engineers, structural engineers, and electrical engineers on new vessel design implementation
  • Develop and maintain strict drawing standards and best practices
  • Mentor and guide other designers in both CAD modeling and ship design best practices
  • Create documentation for marine regulatory compliance
  • Work with production and build engineering team to document as built details

Qualifications

  • Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology or similar field of study
  • 6+ years of CAD drafting experience in the marine industry
  • Experience leading a team of marine designers
  • Strong expertise in one or more areas of vessel design: general design, mechanical design, electrical design, structural design, and piping design
  • Knowledge of maritime regulatory requirements, construction tolerances, and vessel construction processes and sequences
  • Experience creating and submitting drawing for submittal to classification societies such as ABS, DNV, and LR.
  • Proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software like NX, ShipConstructor, AutoCAD, and Rhino

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
  • Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
  • Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
  • Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
  • Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
  • Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
  • Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
  • Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. 1324b(a)(3)

Equal opportunity and legal notices

As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C.

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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From Saronic's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 11, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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