Oilfield CAD Designer & Drafter (2D/3D)

NOV; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV Artificial Lift is seeking a Designer/Drafter to translate customer requirements into manufacturable designs and maintain 2D/3D drawings, BOMs, and supporting docs. You will work with engineering, production, and sales to ensure design intent aligns with manufacturing practicality and standards.

Candidates should have 5+ years in oilfield drafting, proficiency with AutoCAD/SolidWorks/Inventor, and familiarity with API/ISO standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional drafting/design experience in oilfield equipment or artificial lift industry.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor; 3D modeling preferred.
• Knowledge of API/ISO standards and company drafting standards.
• Ability to read engineering specifications, schematics, and field data.
• Detail-oriented with strong quality control.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models for existing and new artificial lift products.
• Maintain and update drawing libraries, ensuring all revisions are properly documented.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and sales teams to interpret specifications and field data.
• Create and manage Bill of Materials (BOM) and related documentation for fabrication and assembly.
• Perform design reviews and incorporate feedback to improve manufacturability and cost efficiency.
• Ensure all drawings comply with company standards, industry codes, and safety regulations.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and field personnel during fabrication and installation.
• Generate and maintain accurate as‑built documentation and change orders.
• Assist in the development of design standards, templates, and best‑practice guidelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance drawing quality and workflow efficiency.

Skills

Drafting & design

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

AA/BA in Mechanical Engineering or Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

3D modeling

Job description

NOV Artificial Lift is seeking a Designer/Drafter to translate customer requirements into manufacturable designs and maintain 2D/3D drawings, BOMs, and supporting docs. You will work with engineering, production, and sales to ensure design intent aligns with manufacturing practicality and standards.

Candidates should have 5+ years in oilfield drafting, proficiency with AutoCAD/SolidWorks/Inventor, and familiarity with API/ISO standards.