Subsea Design Engineer: 3D CAD & Systems

WORLDWIDE OILFIELD MACHINE; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Oilfield Machine (WOM) in Houston is seeking a Designer – Subsea to join our Subsea Engineering team. You will lead 3D CAD modeling, drafting, and geometry definition for Subsea Production Systems using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

The role requires 5+ years of upstream Oil & Gas design experience, proficiency with GD&T, and strong knowledge of API 17D/17G/6A and ASME VIII. Collaborate with global teams to deliver reliable subsea equipment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Drafting/Design Technology, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive 3D modeling and mechanical drafting experience in upstream Oil & Gas.
• Advanced proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Strong knowledge of API 17D, API 17G, API 6A, ASME Section VIII, and manufacturing drafting standards.
• Demonstrated experience applying GD&T and tolerance stack-up methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering calculations and translate technical requirements into buildable designs.
• Experience working with BOMs, PDM systems, and engineering change management processes.
• Excellent technical communication and collaboration skills.
• CSWP or CSWE certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain complex 3D CAD assemblies and detailed components for Subsea Trees, Subsea Intervention Systems, Cluster Manifolds, and associated structural systems using SolidWorks.
• Model Subsea Connection System components, including collet connectors, multi-bore hub interfaces, pull-in/connection tooling, rigid pipe jumpers, and PLETs/PLEMs.
• Generate design envelopes, part reports, and geometric documentation required for product qualification.
• Manage interface stack-ups and space-claim layouts to minimize structural and dimensional interference risks.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings from 3D models in compliance with API 17D, API 17G, API 6A, ASME Section VIII, and customer specifications.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to ensure manufacturability and functional performance.
• Perform visual design integrity reviews and tolerance stack-up analyses prior to engineering release.
• Maintain CAD metadata, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and configuration controls within the Product Data Management (PDM) system.
• Support fabrication, assembly, and testing activities by implementing engineering changes, resolving NCRs, and updating design documentation.
• Incorporate design modifications resulting from FEA studies, root cause analyses, and continuous product improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineers, project teams, fabrication facilities, and global stakeholders to deliver high-quality design solutions.

Skills

3D modeling

GD&T

Technical communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PDM systems

Job description

Worldwide Oilfield Machine (WOM) in Houston is seeking a Designer – Subsea to join our Subsea Engineering team. You will lead 3D CAD modeling, drafting, and geometry definition for Subsea Production Systems using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

The role requires 5+ years of upstream Oil & Gas design experience, proficiency with GD&T, and strong knowledge of API 17D/17G/6A and ASME VIII. Collaborate with global teams to deliver reliable subsea equipment.