Senior Design Lead - 3D CAD & Subsea Projects

FMC Technologies, Inc.; Stephenville (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FMC Technologies, Inc. seeks a design lead to oversee production of design/ fabrication plans and installation sketches, ensuring quality and adherence to standards. You will supervise junior designers and manage complex assignments across projects.

Requirements include a ME/EE/Drafting degree, 5–7 years of drafting experience, and strong English communication, with solid project management and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree in ME, EE, Drafting or related field or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of experience in drafting or related field.
• Strong knowledge of drafting, design, testing standards and tools.
• Project management skills.
• Advanced organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to supervise diverse cultural team.
• Ability to transfer expertise and persuade.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all design deliverables meet client requirements, QHSE plan and SSE/TechnipFMC standards.
• Supervises, adjusts, and consolidates design work within projects.
• Contributes to identifying risks associated with design activities.
• Directly handles complex design assignments as a skilled designer.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication (English)

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Attention to detail

CAD

3D modelling

Teamwork

Education

AA/AS Degree in ME/EE/Drafting

Tools

NX 3D Modelling

Teamcenter Engineering (TCE)

MS Office

Job description

FMC Technologies, Inc. seeks a design lead to oversee production of design/ fabrication plans and installation sketches, ensuring quality and adherence to standards. You will supervise junior designers and manage complex assignments across projects.

Requirements include a ME/EE/Drafting degree, 5–7 years of drafting experience, and strong English communication, with solid project management and organizational skills.