Field Drafter PID Walkdown Technician

American Bureau of Shipping•Spring, TX

40d•Remote

About The Position

The Field Drafter / P&ID Walkdown Technician works on project tasks with other team members to ensure quality services are delivered on schedule and meet customer requirements while providing frequent status updates to project leadership. This role is responsible for field verification of piping systems and fixed equipment, redlining and updating P&IDs, and preparing clear field sketches and isometric inspection drawings that reflect as-built conditions. The Field Drafter / P&ID Walkdown Technician applies practical field and drafting knowledge to support engineering, inspection, and mechanical integrity teams with accurate technical documentation in active industrial facilities.

Requirements

2-4 years of relevant professional experience
Ability to gain, retain, and illustrate comprehension of learned technical knowledge
Ability to actively listen to the needs of our clients by receiving shared information, determining context and assessing the information both qualitatively and quantitatively to form an opinion on information shared, and informing management
Openly accept change as part of business evolution to meet the needs of our clients and supports it
Understands key performance indicators and their significance to the business, and takes action to drive results
Utilize established rapport with senior members of the team and colleagues to collaborate on opportunities to enhance client relationships
Engages in personal development activities that focus on developing customer intimacy
Must take responsibility for their actions and behaviors
Must understand assigned responsibilities and hold themself accountable for keeping commitments
Must acknowledge and learn from mistakes
Must be dependable and consistent
Must actively participate in daily activities
Ability to produce an expected quantity and quality of work
Demonstrate an intermediate level of time management skills by organizing, planning, and managing tasks effectively
Working knowledge of the ABS Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental Management System
Ability to read, interpret, and apply P&IDs, process flow diagrams, isometric sketches, and related technical documents to accurately document field conditions.
Strong field documentation and drafting skills, including the ability to mark-up drawings, sketch piping components and circuits, and prepare accurate, legible technical records.
Ability to communicate technical observations, drawing discrepancies, and field conditions clearly to project leadership and multidisciplinary team members to support accurate field verification and drawing updates.
Working knowledge of industrial processes, drafting conventions, Microsoft Office applications, and drafting software used to support field documentation and technical deliverables.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience performing P&ID walkdowns, field verification, redlining, or related field documentation activities preferred
Experience with hand drafting, field sketching, or isometric sketch development preferred
Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar drafting software preferred
TWIC card preferred
Valid driver’s license may be required based on assignment and travel needs

Responsibilities

Performs technical project tasks with oversight from a task lead and/or a project manager.
Prepare, collect, organize, and analyze technical data and materials including but not limited to drawings, design documents, graphics, records, and sketches.
Assist engineers in the preparation of engineering calculations, spreadsheets, and technical documentation, offering suggestions for improvement when applicable.
Prepare and review final report materials, ensuring proper formatting of project report figures and tables.
Independently execute non-routine clerical tasks.
Perform records management duties including filing, file retrieval, database entry, and library tasks in an efficient and organized manner.
Conduct in-depth research and discovery tasks as assigned and provide well organized findings and recommendations based on technical knowledge.
Perform ongoing departmental projects and demonstrate accountability for project milestones and deliverables.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to Total Quality and continuous improvement by identifying, resolving, and responding actively and with sensitivity to the need of customers.
Demonstrate a firm understanding of business and provide suggested opportunities to enhance effectiveness and efficiencies.
Perform field walkdowns of piping systems, fixed equipment, and related assets to verify as-built conditions against P&IDs, isometrics, and other technical documentation.
Redline, update, and support revision of P&IDs and related drawings using field observations, sketches, client documentation, and other source materials.
Prepare clear field sketches, isometric drawings, and supporting documentation for piping components, circuits, equipment, and inspection-related deliverables.
Communicate field discrepancies, technical issues, and status updates to project leadership and team members to support accurate field verification and drawing development.