On-Site AutoCAD Drafter: Petrochemical P&IDs & Layouts

Apave America Inc.; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apave America Inc. in La Place, LA is seeking an experienced AutoCAD Drafter/Designer to join our team on-site for industrial and petrochemical projects.

You will develop and maintain technical drawings, update facility docs, and incorporate field redlines to support engineering and operations. The ideal candidate has hands-on drafting in piping and equipment drawings, strong AutoCAD skills, and the ability to work independently with attention to detail in refinery environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years AutoCAD drafting experience in industrial facilities.
• 2-year degree in mechanical drafting or AutoCAD-related discipline.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and drawing development.
• Experience interpreting P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings, and equipment layouts.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Create, revise, and maintain AutoCAD drawings for piping, equipment, and facility systems.
• Develop and update P&IDs, isometrics, and equipment layout drawings.
• Incorporate field markups, redlines, and engineering revisions into existing drawings.
• Perform drawing quality reviews and document control activities.
• Assist engineering and inspection personnel with field data collection and drawing verification.
• Maintain compliance with company drafting standards and client requirements.

Skills

Independent drafting

Attention to detail

Strong communication

On-site readiness

Education

2-year drafting degree

AutoCAD certification (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Isometrics

P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams)

General Arrangement Drawings

Equipment Layouts

Job description

Apave America Inc. in La Place, LA is seeking an experienced AutoCAD Drafter/Designer to join our team on-site for industrial and petrochemical projects.

You will develop and maintain technical drawings, update facility docs, and incorporate field redlines to support engineering and operations. The ideal candidate has hands-on drafting in piping and equipment drawings, strong AutoCAD skills, and the ability to work independently with attention to detail in refinery environments.