Drafter – Oil & Gas (3D CAD)
Tulsa, OK | Full-Time | On-Site | Monday–Friday
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
• Compensation: Direct Hire $58,240–$72,800 based on experience Direct Hire
• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• Time Off: Paid time off and paid holidays
• Protection: Life and short-/long-term disability insurance
• Family Support: Parental leave
• Ownership: Employee-owned company
About the Role
• Drafting-focused role supporting the design and fabrication of skid-mounted oil & gas processing equipment
• Responsible for developing complete mechanical drawing packages from concept through release
• Majority of work performed in 3D CAD, with fabrication drawings extracted directly from models
Key Responsibilities
3D Modeling & Drawing Development
• Build and maintain detailed 3D CAD models for oil & gas equipment and assemblies
• Produce General Arrangement drawings and fabrication-ready mechanical drawings
• Develop and update P&IDs and associated design documentation
Drafting Quality & Engineering Support
• Perform drawing checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and standards compliance
• Support engineers with revisions, updates, and design iterations
• Complete miscellaneous 2D drafting tasks as required
Documentation & BOM Support
• Generate mechanical Bills of Material from 3D models
• Prepare drawing packages for internal engineering review and approval
• Maintain organized, revision-controlled drawing files
Required Qualifications
• Associate degree in Mechanical Drafting, Design Technology, or related discipline — or equivalent experience
• 1 year of drafting experience specifically within oil & gas or energy-related equipment
• Proficiency with SolidWorks; AutoCAD experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, schedule-driven manufacturing environment
Preferred Experience
• Experience with packaged equipment, piping layouts, or skid-mounted systems
• Familiarity with fabrication drawings, piping design, and industry standards
• Ability to read ASME pressure vessel calculation reports
• Exposure to electrical or controls schematics (nice to have, not required)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
• Office-based role with extended CAD and computer usage
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods
• Occasional lifting of light materials (up to ~15 lbs)
• Visual acuity for detailed drafting and drawing review
• General mobility within office and shop-adjacent environments
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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