Drafter​/Designer (contract to hire

At a Glance

The Drafter/Designer is responsible for preparing layouts, general arrangement and detailed drawings, in both 2D and 3D applications, with bill of materials for proposal presentations, equipment fabrication and machining.

• Translate design specifications from engineers into detailed working diagrams of electrical, structural, or mechanical equipment using CAD technology
• Create technical drawings and 3D digital models, using measurements, specifications, and data from the engineering team
• Revise existing engineering drawings of basic components from specific sketches or layouts
• Maintain accurate drawing records and drafting tasks
• Prepare bill of materials for assigned designs
• Review drawings of other design personnel for completeness and accuracy as required
• Willling to learn about drilling rig equipment to develop domain knowledge and become an effective independent Designer
• Develop and revise drawings while adhering to H&P Drafting standards and H&P Engineering Standards & Guidelines
• Some travel required to fabrication facilities, assembly facilities, and rig locations

• Associates degree or completion of a technical trade school in CAD, drafting or related experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a drafter or similar role
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) software, Solid Works, Autodesk Vault, Inventor or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of structural and piping detailing and electrical/controls drafting is preferred
• Strong mathematical capabilities and mechanical/electrical aptitude
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent interpersonal, professional, and technical communication skills while working in a team atmosphere

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! For more than 100 years, Helmerich & Payne (H&P) has expanded drilling operations to meet the increasing demands of a complex and globalized industry. But our industry is changing, with software, algorithms and automation playing a more important role than ever before. We are committed to being a partner to our customers in their operations by providing custom drilling solutions and technologies that don’t just meet, but exceed, their evolving goals and expectations.

It’s this commitment that drives us to invest in the brightest people and the most advanced technologies, to support our customers’ operations every step of the way.