Pipe Design Drafter III – AutoCAD & Spoolgen

The Shaw Group, LLC; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shaw Group, LLC is seeking a Pipe Design Drafter 3 to develop accurate shop pipe fabrication spool drawings from client drawings and project specifications. Proficiency with AutoCAD and Spoolgen is required to prepare and revise drawings in line with client, company, and industry standards.

Ideal candidates will have experience with pipe fabrication drafting, strong mathematical skills, and familiarity with ASTM, ASME, and PFI codes.

Qualifications

• Approximately one year of drafting experience in pipe fabrication.
• High school education or equivalent is preferred.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of Spoolgen is helpful but not required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with ASTM, ASME, and PFI codes and standards.
• General familiarity with different pipe materials and metallurgies.
• General understanding of pipe fabrication practices.
• Basic understanding of welding procedures, non-destructive examination, heat treatment, and paint/coating requirements.
• Strong mathematical ability, including basic geometry and trigonometry.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned project scope, specifications, and source drawings to understand the requirements for the work.
• Develop shop pipe fabrication spool drawings from client drawings using AutoCAD and Spoolgen.
• Apply established drafting practices and applicable client, company, and industry standards to each drawing.
• Use geometry, trigonometry, and other basic calculations when required to complete assigned work.
• Review drawing information for completeness and accuracy while developing the spool.
• Recognize missing, unclear, or conflicting information and communicate questions to the appropriate personnel.
• Make revisions and corrections accurately based on review comments or updated project information.
• Maintain organized project and drawing information and meet assigned production requirements.
• Work effectively with others, listen to direction, communicate clearly, and complete assignments within required timeframes.

Skills

Geometry

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Spoolgen

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Shaw Group, LLC is seeking a Pipe Design Drafter 3 to develop accurate shop pipe fabrication spool drawings from client drawings and project specifications. Proficiency with AutoCAD and Spoolgen is required to prepare and revise drawings in line with client, company, and industry standards.

Ideal candidates will have experience with pipe fabrication drafting, strong mathematical skills, and familiarity with ASTM, ASME, and PFI codes.