I’m Daniel Ybarra, a hands-on CAD designer and draftsman based in Houston with a track record designing and detailing oilfield equipment and fiber optic installations. I create layouts, models and detailed drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault and SolidWorks, translating complex requirements into precise, build-ready designs. Throughout my career I’ve collaborated with engineers, project managers and field crews to coordinate multi-discipline work across both new builds and retrofits. I’m known for strong organizational skills, clear communication and delivering accurate designs on schedule.

Daniel Ybarra

I’m Daniel Ybarra, a hands-on CAD designer and draftsman based in Houston with a track record designing and detailing oilfield equipment and fiber optic installations. I create layouts, models and detailed drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault and SolidWorks, translating complex requirements into precise, build-ready designs. Throughout my career I’ve collaborated with engineers, project managers and field crews to coordinate multi-discipline work across both new builds and retrofits. I’m known for strong organizational skills, clear communication and delivering accurate designs on schedule.

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I’m Daniel Ybarra, a hands-on CAD designer and draftsman based in Houston with a track record designing and detailing oilfield equipment and fiber optic installations. I create layouts, models and detailed drawings using AutoCAD, Inventor, Vault and SolidWorks, translating complex requirements into precise, build-ready designs.

Throughout my career I’ve collaborated with engineers, project managers and field crews to coordinate multi-discipline work across both new builds and retrofits. I’m known for strong organizational skills, clear communication and delivering accurate designs on schedule.

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Work Experience

Permit Designer / Fiber Designer at Byers Engineering Company / MASTEC
June 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026
Created permit drawings for placing fiber optic cable using AutoCAD Map 3D. Designed fiber optic cable layouts for new cable placement in new and existing neighborhoods. Placed fiber cable and terminations both buried and aerial for both BAU and new neighborhoods using ARAMIS for AT&T projects.
Drafter at Stuart The Pressure Control Company
July 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020
Created layouts, models and detailed drawings using AutoCAD Mechanical and Inventor; Created models and assemblies for oilfield Fracing equipment; Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor and Vault.
Designer II at Independent Contractor
November 1, 2018 - July 1, 2019
Created layouts, models and detailed drawings for structural framing using AutoCAD Mechanical and Inventor; Created models and assemblies for oilfield drilling equipment, mechanical and structural using SolidWorks; Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor and Vault; Working knowledge of SolidWorks.
Designer II at Cameron, a Schlumberger Company
April 1, 2004 - June 1, 2018
Worked closely with peer designers and engineers to ensure coordination of design effort. Handled complex design assignments under minimal supervision. Created layouts, models and detailed drawings for drilling equipment, mechanical and structural. Products included mud pumps and skid mounted unitizations including piping, electrical, supports and guards using AutoCAD Mechanical and Inventor. Reviewed drawings for completeness and accuracy. Proficient in AutoCAD, Inventor and Vault. Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite. Possess strong organizational and project planning skills and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Drafter at LEWCO / LeTourneau Technologies
December 1, 2002 - April 1, 2004
Detailed drafting and design work for oilfield drilling equipment, mechanical and structural. Products included traveling blocks, draw works, mud pumps and skid mounted unitizations including piping, supports and guards.

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Computer Aided Drafting at The Art Institute of Houston
June 1, 2002 - March 30, 2026

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Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Other