Drafter

Position Summary

Develop accurate, fabrication-ready pipe spool drawings from client isometrics, specifications, and project requirements. Coordinate assigned spools through detailing, checking, audit, and release so fabrication shops receive complete instructions on schedule.

Essential Functions

• Review client isometrics, project scope, specifications, line data, and applicable fabrication requirements before beginning assigned work.
• Produce clear, accurate pipe spool drawings using AutoCAD and other approved department tools.
• Break piping systems into practical fabrication and shipping spools, considering shop capability, field installation, handling, and trailer limits of approximately 8 ft × 8 ft × 40 ft.
• Apply client standards and project requirements for dimensions, materials, welds, supports, attachments, testing, heat treatment, coating, and nondestructive examination.
• Perform required geometry, trigonometry, dimensional, and material takeoff calculations and verify results before submission.
• Prepare drawings for independent checking; resolve checker and audit comments promptly and document revisions accurately.
• Maintain drawing status, priorities, and required records in the department's document-control and production systems.
• Release only complete, approved spool packages and communicate holds, missing information, scope conflicts, and schedule risks to the appropriate lead or manager.
• Support fabrication shops by answering drawing-related questions, incorporating approved changes, and protecting revision traceability.
• Meet assigned quality and throughput expectations while balancing accuracy, priority, and timely spool release.

Skills And Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical drafting, CAD, pipefitting, welding, or fabrication training preferred.
• One or more years of piping, mechanical drafting, pipe fabrication, pipefitting, welding, or closely related experience preferred. Relevant shop experience may substitute for formal drafting experience.
• AutoCAD; Autodesk Plant 3D or other approved spool-detailing software as assigned
• Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Electronic document-control and workflow systems, including JD Edwards when assigned
• Spoolgen or comparable software is beneficial but not required
• Working knowledge of piping components, materials, weld types, fabrication practices, and drawing conventions.
• Ability to read and interpret client isometrics, specifications, line lists, details, and related project documents.
• Familiarity with applicable ASTM, ASME, PFI, client, and company requirements appropriate to assigned work.
• General understanding of material grades, nondestructive examination, heat treatment, coating, and welding requirements.
• Good geometry, trigonometry, dimensional-control, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures, protect revision control, and distinguish drafting responsibilities from engineering decisions.
• Ability to work extended schedules when required to support project and fabrication priorities.

What We Offer

• Competitive insurance and benefit options
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans available (50% company match up to 6% contributed by the employee)
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where you are encouraged to share your ideas and contribute to our shared goals.