CAD Designer

Brunel; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel is seeking an experienced CAD Designer/Drafter II to support engineering projects through the development, revision, and maintenance of technical drawings and documentation, with a focus on 2D drafting including P&IDs and electrical one-line diagrams.

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

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.

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.

Skills

CAD skills

P&IDs

Microsoft Office

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Drafting or related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Vault

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Navisworks

Job description

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.