CAD Drafter – Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers

The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical drafting for heat exchanger manufacturing, understands fabrication requirements, and can independently prepare technical drawings, complete Code Data Reports, and support shop personnel with drawing-related questions. This position supports the Engineering Department and shop fabrication operations by creating accurate, detailed, and code-compliant 2D mechanical fabrication drawings using AutoCAD .

CAD Drafter – Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers | ASME / TEMA

Pay: $25.00–$35.00 per hour (Based on Experience)
Location: Tulsa, OK
Shift: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire or Direct Hire, Depending on Qualifications and Hiring Needs
Job Order #: 153514

Position Overview

Stand-By Personnel is urgently seeking an experienced CAD Drafter – Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers for a specialized engineering and manufacturing opportunity in Tulsa. This position supports the Engineering Department and shop fabrication operations by creating accurate, detailed, and code-compliant 2D mechanical fabrication drawings using AutoCAD.

Previous hands-on drafting experience with shell and tube heat exchangers is a non-negotiable requirement. Candidates must also have experience working with ASME Code and TEMA Standards and be capable of producing shop-ready fabrication drawings.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in mechanical drafting for heat exchanger manufacturing, understands fabrication requirements, and can independently prepare technical drawings, complete Code Data Reports, and support shop personnel with drawing-related questions.

This position is available on a temp-to-hire basis, with the possibility of direct hire depending on qualifications and hiring needs.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

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  Hands-on CAD drafting experience with shell and tube heat exchangers required
  
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  Ability to create shop-ready fabrication drawings required
  
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  Experience working with ASME Code required
  
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  Experience working with TEMA Standards required
  
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  Proficiency with AutoCAD for 2D mechanical drawings required
  
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  Previous experience supporting manufacturing or shop fabrication required
  
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  Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
  
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  Strong understanding of mechanical drafting practices
  
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  Excellent attention to dimensional accuracy and technical detail
  
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  Ability to follow customer and internal specifications
  
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  Strong organizational and documentation skills
  
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  Ability to communicate effectively with Engineering and shop personnel
  
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  Ability to work independently and manage drafting responsibilities
  
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  High school diploma required
  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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  Create detailed 2D fabrication drawings for shell and tube heat exchangers
  
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  Develop shop-ready mechanical drawings using AutoCAD
  
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  Review engineering specifications and design requirements
  
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  Prepare accurate drawings for manufacturing and fabrication
  
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  Complete applicable Code Data Reports for each heat exchanger
  
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  Perform basic design work for selected non-code components
  
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  Finalize tube layout designs
  
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  Incorporate tie rods into applicable tube layouts
  
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  Incorporate seal bars into applicable designs
  
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  Incorporate dummy tubes as required
  
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  Verify drawings comply with ASME Code requirements
  
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  Verify applicable TEMA Standards are followed
  
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  Ensure drawings meet customer specifications
  
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  Follow internal engineering and manufacturing requirements
  
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  Review drawings for completeness and dimensional accuracy
  
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  Make applicable drawing corrections and revisions
  
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  Coordinate with Engineering personnel regarding technical requirements
  
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  Support fabrication personnel by answering drawing-related questions
  
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  Resolve applicable drawing discrepancies
  
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  Occasionally enter shop fabrication areas when required
  
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  Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements
  
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  Perform additional drafting and engineering-support duties as assigned
  

Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger Drafting

This position specifically requires previous experience drafting shell and tube heat exchangers.

Candidates must be comfortable:

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  Creating detailed exchanger fabrication drawings
  
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  Interpreting heat exchanger specifications
  
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  Developing shop-ready mechanical drawings
  
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  Preparing tube layouts
  
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  Incorporating applicable internal components
  
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  Following ASME and TEMA requirements
  
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  Reviewing drawings for manufacturing accuracy
  
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  Supporting shop fabrication personnel
  

General CAD drafting experience without shell and tube heat exchanger experience does not meet the primary qualification for this position.

AutoCAD – 2D Mechanical Drafting

Candidates must be proficient in AutoCAD and capable of producing detailed 2D mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities include:

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  Creating new fabrication drawings
  
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  Editing existing drawings
  
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  Preparing detailed mechanical layouts
  
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  Maintaining dimensional accuracy
  
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  Incorporating design requirements
  
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  Revising drawings based on engineering changes
  
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  Preparing drawings for shop use
  
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  Verifying drawing completeness
  
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  Maintaining organized CAD documentation
  

ASME Code & TEMA Standards

Candidates must have previous experience applying ASME Code and TEMA Standards to applicable drafting work.

Responsibilities include:

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  Reviewing applicable code requirements
  
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  Following TEMA design and fabrication standards
  
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  Verifying drawing compliance
  
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  Incorporating applicable specifications
  
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  Identifying potential drawing discrepancies
  
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  Maintaining accurate technical documentation
  
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  Supporting fabrication requirements
  

Candidates must understand how these requirements affect the preparation of heat exchanger fabrication drawings.

Tube Layout Design

An important responsibility of this position is finalizing tube layout designs.

Candidates may work with:

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  Tube layouts
  
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  Tie rods
  
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  Seal bars
  
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  Dummy tubes
  
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  Applicable exchanger components
  
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  Related fabrication details
  

Candidates must maintain accuracy throughout the layout and drawing process.

Code Data Reports

The CAD Drafter will be responsible for completing applicable Code Data Reports for each exchanger.

Responsibilities may include:

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  Preparing required report information
  
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  Reviewing applicable exchanger documentation
  
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  Verifying information for accuracy
  
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  Coordinating with Engineering when clarification is required
  
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  Maintaining complete technical records
  
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  Following applicable documentation requirements
  

Non-Code Component Design

Depending on project requirements, candidates may perform basic design work for selected non-code components.

Responsibilities may include:

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  Reviewing component requirements
  
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  Preparing applicable mechanical details
  
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  Creating drawings for fabrication
  
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  Verifying dimensions
  
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  Incorporating approved design requirements
  
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  Coordinating with Engineering personnel
  

Shop Fabrication Support

This position works closely with manufacturing and fabrication personnel.

Responsibilities may include:

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  Answering drawing-related questions
  
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  Clarifying dimensions and technical details
  
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  Reviewing fabrication concerns
  
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  Resolving drawing discrepancies
  
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  Providing updated drawings when required
  
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  Supporting accurate manufacturing and assembly
  

Candidates must be comfortable occasionally entering active fabrication areas while wearing required PPE.

Technical Documentation & Drawing Accuracy

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  Maintain accurate engineering drawings
  
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  Review drawings for completeness
  
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  Verify applicable dimensions
  
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  Follow customer specifications
  
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  Maintain consistent drafting standards
  
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  Incorporate approved revisions
  
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  Maintain organized drawing files
  
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  Support applicable technical documentation requirements
  

Education Requirements

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  High school diploma required
  
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  Technical or trade school drafting training strongly preferred
  
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  College coursework in mathematics, CAD, or engineering is beneficial but not required
  

Preferred Qualifications

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  Extensive shell and tube heat exchanger drafting experience
  
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  Pressure vessel drafting experience
  
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  Mechanical equipment drafting experience
  
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  Advanced AutoCAD 2D proficiency
  
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  ASME Code experience
  
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  TEMA Standards experience
  
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  Heat exchanger tube layout experience
  
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  Code Data Report experience
  
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  Manufacturing fabrication drawing experience
  
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  Engineering Department experience
  
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  Shop fabrication support experience
  
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  Technical or trade school drafting education
  

Key Skills for Success

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  Shell and tube heat exchanger drafting
  
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  AutoCAD 2D
  
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  Mechanical drafting
  
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  ASME Code
  
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  TEMA Standards
  
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  Fabrication drawings
  
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  Tube layout design
  
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  Tie rods
  
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  Seal bars
  
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  Dummy tubes
  
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  Code Data Reports
  
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  Technical documentation
  
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  Dimensional accuracy
  
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  Manufacturing support
  
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  Engineering communication
  
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  Attention to detail
  

Safety & Compliance Requirements

This is a safety-sensitive position with occasional exposure to active manufacturing and fabrication areas.

Candidates must:

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  Comply with all company safety policies
  
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  Follow applicable shop safety procedures
  
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  Wear required PPE when entering fabrication areas
  
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  Meet applicable pre-employment screening requirements
  
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  Comply with the employer's drug and marijuana policies
  

The employer has identified marijuana use as a concern for this safety-sensitive position. Candidates should be prepared to comply with the employer's applicable screening and workplace safety requirements.

Work Environment

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  Engineering and industrial manufacturing environment
  
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  Primarily computer-based AutoCAD drafting responsibilities
  
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  Occasional entry into fabrication areas
  
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  Regular collaboration with Engineering and shop personnel
  
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  Detailed technical work involving ASME Code and TEMA Standards
  
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  Consistent Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM schedule
  
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  Strong emphasis on accuracy, technical compliance, manufacturing requirements, and workplace safety
  

Why You'll Want This Opportunity

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  Competitive pay of $25.00–$35.00/hour, based on directly related experience
  
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  Stable Monday–Friday first-shift schedule
  
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  Temp-to-hire or potential direct-hire opportunity
  
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  Specialized mechanical drafting position
  
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  Utilize advanced shell and tube heat exchanger knowledge
  
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  Work directly with ASME Code and TEMA Standards
  
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  Prepare detailed shop-ready fabrication drawings
  
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  Support Engineering and manufacturing operations
  
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  Utilize AutoCAD 2D drafting expertise
  
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  Benefits information provided upon offer
  
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  Excellent opportunity for an experienced Heat Exchanger CAD Drafter seeking a specialized technical position in Tulsa
  

Ready to Apply?

Qualified candidates only. Applicants must have previous hands-on shell and tube heat exchanger drafting experience.

Please submit an updated resume and include:

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  Your availability to begin work
  
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  Desired hourly wage
  
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  Confirmation of previous shell and tube heat exchanger drafting experience
  

Candidates who do not meet the required technical qualifications may not be considered.

Reference Job Order #153514 when applying.

For additional information, call/text 918-582-0522.

Stand-By Personnel – Tulsa Skilled Division
1531 E. 2nd St.
Tulsa, OK 74120
Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM