Drafting Manager

Drafting Manager (Gas Measurement Industry)

Position Summary

The Drafting Manager oversees the design and drafting department responsible for producing accurate, high-quality 3D models, drawings, and technical documentation for gas measurement equipment and related systems. This role requires strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of Autodesk Inventor, and practical experience with industry standards for gas measurement, metering skids, regulators, and related piping systems.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of drafters and designers.

• Assign workloads, manage priorities, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.

• Implement drafting standards, best practices, and quality control procedures.

Design & Drafting

• Create and review complex 3D models and detailed fabrication drawings using Autodesk Inventor.

• Develop and maintain drawing templates, libraries, and standard components specific to gas measurement equipment.

• Ensure all drawings meet industry codes, company specifications, and customer requirements.

Technical Expertise

• Understand gas measurement systems, including orifice meters, ultrasonic meters, turbine meters, piping layouts, and measurement skids.

• Interpret engineering data, P&IDs, and technical specifications to support accurate designs.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve product designs for manufacturability and performance.

Project Coordination

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and production teams to support project schedules and deliverables.

• Provide status updates, drawing packages, and technical documentation throughout project phases.

• Assist in estimating drafting hours and resource needs for upcoming projects.

Quality & Compliance

• Conduct thorough reviews of drawings for accuracy, clarity, and compliance with applicable standards.

• Ensure drawings meet API, ASME, AGA and other relevant industry codes when required.

• Maintain organized revision control and documentation practices.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 5–10 years of drafting and design experience, preferably in the gas measurement, oil & gas, or process equipment industries.

• 2–5 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Technical Skills:

• Expert proficiency in Autodesk Inventor

• Strong understanding of gas measurement equipment, metering packages, and piping components.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Vault, and other CAD management systems.

Education:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Mechanical Design, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.

• Equivalent industry experience will be considered.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to coach and develop technical staff.

Additional Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of fabrication/manufacturing processes (skid fabrication, piping, structural steel).

• Experience creating BOMs and supporting procurement.

• Understanding of measurement system compliance and calibration requirements.