Computer Aided Design Drafter

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract;
Long Term

Work Setting: Onsite / Field

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced CAD Drafter to support piping inspection and engineering documentation at a major industrial facility in the Los Angeles area.

This position will primarily focus on maintaining and updating inspection isometric drawings
, incorporating field redlines, performing field walkdowns, and creating accurate piping and system drawings using AutoCAD. The ideal candidate is comfortable working both in the field and at a computer and can confidently navigate P&IDs and piping documentation.

The position will also support engineering and inspection records using Open Text and may assist with organizing electronic inspection files and data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update inspection isometric drawings using AutoCAD
• Incorporate field redlines and inspection updates into existing drawings
• Perform field walkdowns to verify piping configurations and gather drawing information
• Create and update piping system drawings and circuit isometrics
• Read, interpret, and navigate P&IDs and piping isometrics
• Assist with identifying and documenting piping systems and circuits
• Maintain accurate piping, equipment, drawing, and inspection records
• Utilize Open Text to retrieve, organize, and maintain engineering and inspection documentation
• Support drawing revisions, document control, and overall data management
• Assist with the organization of electronic inspection files and records
• Coordinate with inspection, engineering, and other site personnel as needed

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD
• Experience working with piping drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs
• Ability to perform field walkdowns and translate field conditions into accurate drawing updates
• Experience with redline and as-built drawing updates
• Strong attention to detail and document organization skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple drawing and documentation priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous refinery, petrochemical, chemical plant, or other industrial facility experience
• Experience supporting inspection, Mechanical Integrity, or pressure equipment inspection programs
• Experience with piping circuitization or inspection isometrics
• Experience using Open Text or a similar electronic document management system
• Experience organizing engineering or inspection data and electronic file structures

Candidates who have strong AutoCAD and industrial piping experience but do not meet every preferred qualification are encouraged to apply.