Engineering Tech I

Occidental Petroleum Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation is seeking a skilled CAD Drafter to develop and update Facilities Technical Drawings supporting Permian operations. The role involves creating P&IDs, plot plans, and 3D models, while coordinating with multiple teams to ensure accurate deliverables.

You will work with piping, equipment tags, and material specs, balancing accuracy with timely updates and field support as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Drafting from Technical School.
• Minimum of 1 years of Oil & Gas experience working in design or drafting.
• Knowledge of tagging conventions.
• Knowledge of oil and gas production processes.
• Knowledge of industry standards related to drafting and design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks CAD Works, and NavisWorks.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and correctly creates CAD drawings upon request, including P&IDs, Plot Plans, Area Classifications, One-Line Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, Panel Drawings, Piping Isometrics, 3D Model, etc.
• Modify existing drawings and create new drawings from rough sketches.
• Interface with development, execution, and operations teams on requirements and provide CAD updates.
• Develop strong relationships with Facilities Engineers and Document Control.
• Understand pipe and material specifications and reflect requirements in CAD drawings.
• Perform basic math calculations to ensure correct dimensions.
• Communicate with external and internal stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Associates Degree in Drafting from Technical School

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks CAD Works

NavisWorks

Job description

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

Responsible for the development of Facilities Technical Drawings in support of Facilities Engineering Projects for Permian Operations. Supported Projects include but are not limited to central tank batteries, compressor stations, wellheads, water treatment/processing facilities, standard equipment designs, etc. This role requires supporting multiple teams and groups with the creation of drawings, review process, and potentially assisting in the field with update of as-built documentation. May occasionally be required to quality-control check other draftsman and/or 3rd party deliverables. Responsible for ensuring requested documentation is in compliance with Design and Drafting standards and specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately and correctly creates CAD drawings upon request, including but not limited to P&IDs, Plot Plans, Area Classifications, One-Line Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, Panel Drawings, Piping Isometrics, 3D Model, etc
• Must be capable of both making modifications to existing drawings and creating new drawings from rough sketches that may have incomplete information
• Will be required to interface with development, execution, and operational support team on requirements, and providing requested CAD drawing updates to each
• Expected to develop a strong relationship with Facilities Engineers and Document Control
• Must be able to understand pipe and material specifications and appropriately represent requirements in CAD drawings
• Must perform basic math calculations to ensure correct and proper dimensioning
• Communicating with external and internal stakeholders as needed

Education

• Associates Degree in Drafting from Technical School

Professional/Technical Knowledge

• Knowledge of oil and gas production processes
• Knowledge of oil and gas industry standards related to drafting and design
• Knowledgeable with tagging conventions
• Proficiency in latest release of AutoDesk AutoCAD, SolidWorks CAD Works, and Navis Works software

Experience

• Minimum of 1 years of Oil & Gas experience working in design or drafting

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to perform under pressure and work multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to work independently and comfortable with reaching out for help when required
• Demonstrate strong time management skills
• Ability to interact with customers and clients in a positive and professional manner
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with management, technical and field personnel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Oxy has bold ambitions to achieve net zero and help others do the same. To get there, we'll need great minds ready to unleash big ideas, strong leaders ready to inspire and team players ready to make it happen.

Oxy produces energy and essential products to sustain and improve life on our planet. Our experienced teams, located in the United States, Middle East and Africa, are committed to safe and efficient operations and products, and to reducing our carbon footprint and helping others do the same. We are busy developing the big ideas and broad solutions we will need to achieve net zero. Every day, we get closer. And we won't stop until we're there.