Principal Draftsman

Hanwha Ocean Co., Ltd•Houston, TX

About The Position

Hanwha Ocean is transforming into a comprehensive EPCI(O) solutions provider, expanding its portfolio to include FPSO, FLNG, offshore renewables, floating production units, and major onshore energy and infrastructure projects. This strategic growth aims to enhance project execution by integrating Asian and American energy and infrastructure cultures across diverse emerging markets. The company is broadening its commitment to end-to-end energy solutions by venturing into onshore power plants (gas-based, combined-cycle) and wind projects (onshore and offshore), complementing its established offshore capabilities. The Energy Plant Unit is seeking individuals to join its dynamic team and contribute to redefining the onshore and offshore industry through groundbreaking projects.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 10 years of experience in drafting, preferably within offshore, marine, or mooring system design, ideally leading a small team.
Proven experience leading or mentoring drafting teams.
Strong proficiency in 2D CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD or equivalent).
Solid understanding of mooring systems, offshore layouts, and marine terminology.
Experience working in multi-disciplinary project teams.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation, checking, and approval of 2D drawings, including field layouts and arrangements, anchor patterns and coordinates, mooring line configurations, procedural story board drawings, and fabrication and as-built drawings.
Ensure drawings comply with project specifications, company standards, and applicable codes and guidelines.
Coordinate with mooring engineers, structural teams, installation engineers, and project managers to ensure design intent is accurately captured.
Support design reviews, hazard reviews, and constructability assessments from a drafting perspective.
Manage drawing revisions, document control, and version tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of drafters, providing technical guidance and day-to-day support.
Allocate drafting resources to meet project schedules and priorities.
Review team outputs to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to standards.
Identify training needs and support skill development within the drafting team.
Promote best practices, efficiency improvements, and standardization within the drafting function.
Ensure all drafting activities comply with company QA/QC procedures.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of drafting standards, templates, and libraries specific to mooring systems.
Support lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives across the mooring team.
Ensure health, safety, and environmental considerations are reflected in drawings where applicable.