Mechanical Drafter 3 - Energy & Industrial

Sargent Lundy; Midland (TX); Hybrid; USD 53,568 - 77,026; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Sargent Lundy is seeking a Drafter 3 to join its team in Midland, Texas, offering a hybrid work arrangement. This role involves preparing complex CAD drawings and modifying layouts for Oil & Gas and Power projects, ensuring adherence to project standards.

Applicants should have an associate degree in drafting or CAD technology and at least one year of relevant experience. The position includes comprehensive benefits, including health plans and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of drafting experience relevant to industrial mechanical design.
• Working knowledge of mechanical general arrangements and piping systems.
• Proficiency with 3D plant layout design tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain complex CAD drawings and designs.
• Interpret engineering markups for project drawings.
• Support project teams with design deliverables in a 3D model environment.

Skills

CAD software proficiency

Communication skills

Organization skills

Multitasking

Safety commitment

Education

Associate degree in drafting or CAD technology

High school diploma with relevant coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

The Drafter 3 supports mechanical design teams by preparing and modifying detailed CAD drawings and 3D layout deliverables, incorporating engineering markups, and assisting with the development of physical design packages for Oil & Gas and Power projects.

• Prepare, revise, and maintain complex drawing diagrams, layouts, and detailed mechanical design drawings using CAD and 3D modeling tools.
• Interpret and incorporate engineering markups into project drawings and deliverables.
• Support multidisciplinary engineering and design teams in the development of mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3D model environment.
• Apply company and project drafting standards while working to project plans, schedules, deadlines, priorities, and budget constraints.
• Assist with field activities such as gathering measurements, locating tie‑ins, as‑building existing systems, and supporting walkdowns and data collection at client facilities.
• Maintain effective communication with project team members and provide support needed to complete accurate, timely design deliverables.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• Associate degree in drafting or CAD technology, or a high school diploma with relevant drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
• At least 1 year of drafting experience, with prior drafting and field experience relevant to industrial mechanical design work.
• Working knowledge of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, supports, and related physical design deliverables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, CAD software, and 3D plant layout design tools.
• Strong communication, organization, accuracy, multitasking, and schedule‑management skills, along with a commitment to safety and confidentiality.

Valued but not required experience:

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, CADWorx, MicroStation, or similar design platforms used for plant layout and drafting.
• Ability to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and field data gathering.

Award‑Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work‑life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award‑winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work‑Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$53,568 - $77,026

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.