Draftsman - Offshore Projects

Job Summary The Draftsman – Offshore T&I will be responsible for producing detailed engineering drawings and design deliverables supporting the transportation, load-out, sea-fastening, and installation of offshore structures such as jackets, topsides, modules, subsea structures, and pipelines. The role requires close coordination with T&I engineers, marine warranty surveyors, and fabrication yards to ensure drawings meet project specifications, classification society requirements, and offshore industry standards. Key Responsibilities • Prepare detailed 2D/3D drawings for load-out, transportation, sea-fastening, lifting, and installation of offshore structures (jackets, topsides, modules, decks, piles, subsea equipment). • Develop rigging arrangement drawings, padeye details, spreader bar/frame drawings, and grillage/sea-fastening layouts based on engineering calculations. • Produce barge and vessel deck layout drawings, including ballast arrangement references and stability-related sketches as directed by engineers. • Prepare skidding, jacking, and float-over arrangement drawings where applicable. • Generate as-built drawings and redlines based on site markups and fabrication feedback. • Coordinate with structural, naval architecture, and marine engineering teams to incorporate design changes accurately. • Maintain drawing registers, revision control, and ensure all drawings comply with company and client drafting standards. • Support preparation of installation procedures, method statements, and technical drawing packages for marine warranty survey (MWS) approval. • Liaise with fabrication yards and site teams to resolve drafting queries during construction and load-out phases. • Ensure drawings comply with relevant codes and standards (e.g., DNV, ABS, Noble Denton/MWS guidelines, client specifications). • Participate in design reviews and provide drafting support during HAZID/HAZOP or engineering review meetings, as required. Required Qualifications • Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Structural/Naval Architecture Engineering, Drafting, or related technical field. • Minimum 3 years of drafting experience in offshore oil & gas, marine, or heavy lift/T&I projects. • Proven experience producing sea-fastening, rigging, and load-out drawings for offshore structures. Technical Skills • Proficiency in AutoCAD (2D/3D); experience with Tekla, SP3D, PDMS, or similar 3D modeling tools is an advantage. • Familiarity with structural steel detailing and marine/offshore drafting conventions. • Working knowledge of offshore T&I engineering principles: lifting, transportation, sea-fastening, and installation methods. • Ability to interpret structural calculations and engineering sketches to produce accurate detailed drawings. • Understanding of classification society and marine warranty survey (MWS) drawing requirements (DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, etc.). • Competent in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) for drawing registers and documentation control. Soft Skills • Strong attention to detail and accuracy under project deadlines. • Good communication skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple drawing packages simultaneously. • Willingness to travel to fabrication yards or site locations as required. Preferred (Nice to Have) • Prior experience with float-over, skidding, or jacking system drawings. • Exposure to subsea structure or pipeline installation drafting. • Experience working directly with Marine Warranty Surveyors (MWS) during document approval cycles. • Familiarity with rigging/lifting equipment certification and load calculations. Work Environment • Primarily office/engineering environment with occasional site or fabrication yard visits during load-out and installation campaigns. • May require extended hours during critical project milestones (load-out, sail-away, installation windows).