CAD Designer

CAD Designer/Drafter II

Location: Baytown, TX

Job Type: Contract – 12 months minimum

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced CAD Designer/Drafter II to support engineering projects through the development, revision, and maintenance of technical drawings and documentation. This role focuses primarily on 2D drafting , including P&IDs, general layout drawings, and electrical one-line diagrams.

The ideal candidate has strong CAD skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience working collaboratively with engineers and other technical stakeholders. Oil and gas or process-industry experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and maintain engineering drawings, including P&IDs, PFDs, electrical one-line diagrams, and general layouts .
• Incorporate redlines and drawing revisions based on engineering and operations requirements.
• Perform field walkdowns to verify existing conditions and ensure drawing accuracy.
• Convert technical instructions and preliminary designs into accurate working drawings.
• Manage drawing revisions through applicable Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Maintain drawing records, technical history, and documentation using Autodesk Vault or other document management systems.
• Coordinate with engineers, project teams, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely deliverables.
• Organize assignments, estimate workload, communicate progress, and meet deadlines.
• Follow applicable safety, health, and environmental policies.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant CAD design or drafting experience , with 5+ years preferred.
• Experience with P&IDs and electrical drawings , as well as general layouts.
• Proficiency in CAD software; experience with AutoCAD and Autodesk products is preferred.
• Associate degree in Drafting or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and contribute to a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oil and gas or process-industry experience.
• Experience with Autodesk Vault, Inventor, and other Autodesk applications .
• Familiarity with technical documentation standards and document control systems.
• Experience with other CAD platforms, such as SolidWorks or Navisworks.
• Knowledge of engineering project execution and documentation standardization.

Interested?

If you have experience in 2D CAD drafting and enjoy supporting engineering teams through accurate technical drawings and documentation, we encourage you to apply.