CAD Draftsman

About the company

SeaArk Boats has operated since 1992 and became part of the Correct Craft family in early 2016. The organization has a team of 150+ men and women who take pride in building durable boats that create lasting memories for families. The company emphasizes teamwork, a family-oriented culture, and pride in craftsmanship.

Role overview

The CAD Draftsman will produce, update, and manage engineering drawings and related records that guide the design and manufacturing of aluminum boats and associated parts. The role partners with Engineering, Production, and Manufacturing to develop accurate, buildable designs that improve fabrication, assembly, and overall product quality.

Key responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for boat hulls, structural elements, and components.
• Translate early-stage concepts into technical drawings ready for production.
• Keep engineering files, revision histories, and drawing databases up to date.
• Work with production teams to troubleshoot design and fabrication challenges.
• Review engineering notes, sketches, and specifications to produce accurate drawings.
• Help develop prototypes and contribute ideas for design refinements.
• Verify that drawings follow applicable standards and required manufacturing tolerances.
• Process engineering changes and revise drawings accordingly.
• Take part in design reviews aimed at improving manufacturability and product quality.
• Support testing, prototype development, and ongoing product-improvement efforts.
• Follow company safety and environmental requirements, including hazardous waste practices where applicable under RCRA.

Requirements

• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related area.
• Hands-on experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent software.
• Understanding of aluminum fabrication methods is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical sketches, and engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail along with solid problem-solving ability.

Skills and competencies

• 2D and 3D technical drafting
• Mechanical drawing interpretation
• CAD software proficiency
• Blueprint reading
• Documentation and revision control
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Analytical thinking
• Fabrication-focused design awareness
• Attention to detail
• Organizational and time management skills

Physical requirements

• Extended periods of seated computer work.
• Occasional visits to the production floor.
• Ability to review detailed drawings and models on screen.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and data entry.
• Occasional standing, walking, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 10–15 pounds, when needed.
• Visual ability to read documents and view screens clearly.

Equal opportunity

SeaArk Boats is an equal opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination or harassment of any kind. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

ADA statement

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to help perform essential job duties unless doing so would create undue hardship. SeaArk Boats follows an interactive process with applicants and employees to identify suitable accommodations.

Environmental and regulatory compliance

This position includes hazardous waste management duties regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA, 40 CFR 265.16) and Department of Transportation rules (49 CFR). Duties may include identifying and characterizing hazardous waste, placing it in approved containers, keeping containers closed except during use, applying the required “Hazardous Waste” labels, marking DOT/GHS hazard indicators and accumulation start dates, ensuring proper packing, inspecting containers in assigned areas, arranging transfer to an approved treatment, storage, and disposal transportation company, and serving as an emergency coordinator or emergency response support person.