CAD Draftsman

Trinity Employment Specialists; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Employment Specialists is seeking a detail-oriented CAD Drafter to support the fabrication of shell and tube heat exchangers and related equipment. The role focuses on producing accurate, code-compliant 2D fabrication drawings to assist manufacturing and shop operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong AutoCAD drafting skills, knowledge of ASME and TEMA requirements, and experience collaborating with fabrication teams in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on CAD drafting experience with shell and tube heat exchangers.
• Experience creating shop-ready fabrication drawings.
• Working knowledge of ASME Code and TEMA Standards.
• Proficiency using AutoCAD for 2D mechanical drafting.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and shop fabrication environments.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced engineering and fabrication environment.
• Must be able to comply with all company safety policies.
• Marijuana card holders are not eligible for this safety-sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D fabrication drawings for shell and tube heat exchangers.
• Produce shop-ready drawings to support manufacturing and fabrication teams.
• Complete Code Data Reports for each exchanger.
• Perform basic design work for selected non-code components.
• Finalize tube layout designs including: Tie rods, Seal bars, Dummy tubes.
• Verify drawings comply with ASME Code, TEMA Standards, Customer specs, and internal standards.
• Support shop personnel by resolving drawing and fabrication questions.
• Revise and update drawings as needed throughout production.
• Occasionally enter fabrication areas while wearing PPE.
• Maintain drafting accuracy, organization, and revision control.

Skills

CAD drafting Shell & Tube heat exchang

Shop-ready fabrication drawings

ASME Code

TEMA Standards

Manufacturing support

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Safety policy compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Technical or trade drafting training

College CAD courses

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Job description

Pay: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour

Schedule: Day Shift | Full-Time Direct Hire! Job Type: Full-Time

Must-Have Requirements

• Hands-on CAD drafting experience with Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers
• Experience creating shop-ready fabrication drawings
• Working knowledge of ASME Code and TEMA Standards
• Proficiency using AutoCAD for 2D mechanical drafting
• Experience supporting manufacturing and shop fabrication environments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced engineering and fabrication environment
• Must be able to comply with all company safety policies
• Marijuana card holders are not eligible for this safety-sensitive position

Position Summary

Our Engineering Department is urgently seeking a detail-oriented CAD Drafter with experience supporting the fabrication of Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers, Pressure Vessels, or similar industrial equipment. This role is responsible for producing accurate, code-compliant 2D fabrication drawings that directly support manufacturing and shop operations. The ideal candidate will have strong AutoCAD drafting skills, knowledge of ASME and TEMA requirements, and experience working closely with fabrication teams in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D fabrication drawings for shell and tube heat exchangers
• Produce shop-ready drawings to support manufacturing and fabrication teams
• Complete Code Data Reports for each exchanger
• Perform basic design work for selected non-code components
• Finalize tube layout designs including:
  • Tie rods
  • Seal bars
  • Dummy tubes
• Verify drawings comply with:
  • ASME Code
  • TEMA Standards
  • Customer specifications
  • Internal engineering standards
• Support shop personnel by resolving drawing and fabrication questions
• Revise and update drawings as needed throughout production
• Occasionally enter fabrication areas while wearing required PPE
• Maintain drafting accuracy, organization, and revision control

Additional Qualifications

• High School Diploma required
• Technical or trade school drafting training strongly preferred
• College coursework in CAD, engineering, drafting, or mathematics is a plus
• Experience in pressure vessel, exchanger, or heavy industrial manufacturing preferred
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with fabrication processes and shop workflow preferred
• Comfortable working in a safety-sensitive industrial environment

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