Draughtsman - Electrical

Al Shirawi; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Electrical Draughtsman to design and create schematics for industrial electrical control systems. The candidate will prepare detailed construction drawings, perform critical load calculations, and support field installations. Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D and ePlan, as well as a solid understanding of NEC and UL standards, is essential. Candidates should also have strong analytical skills and a safety-minded approach to their work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of hands-on experience in electrical control system design.
• Proficient in preparing construction drawings and performing relevant calculations.
• Knowledge of NEC and UL standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Support field installations and electricians.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D

ePlan

AC/DC circuit design

Analytical skills

Safety regulations awareness

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

ePlan

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Draughtsman with hands‑on experience in designing industrial electrical control systems. The ideal candidate will be proficient in creating electrical schematics, panel layouts, and BOMs using AutoCAD 2D and ePlan, and have a solid understanding of NEC, UL standards, and AC/DC circuit design. Responsibilities include preparing detailed construction drawings, performing load and SCCR calculations, and supporting field installations.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical and controls system design solutions based on engineering principles.
• Develop electrical schematics, panel layouts, and BOM's.
• Provide support to field electricians.

Requirements

• Experience in Electrical panel Construction Drawings.
• Hand on experience and Knowledge of ePlan & AutoCad 2D
• Knowledge and understanding of AC / DC power circuits, pushbuttons, circuit breakers, power supplies, contactors, relays, PLC's.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
• Ability to interpret NEC for Control Panel to meet the NEC and or field installation.
• Ability to calculate conductor sizing, de-rating, temperature de-rating.
• Perform three phase and single‑phase load calculations.
• Perform SCCR calculations.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills.
• Safety‑minded and follow safety regulations.

Preference

• Design to UL Standards for Industrial Control Panels.
• Technical/other training or better in Building Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• To prepare shop drawing.
• Development of products as per the customer specification, sizing and measurements.
• To refer and understand the scope of work of the projects.
• Regular updating of drawing register.
• Updation of drawings.
• To carry out the main drawing based on the specification by the Manager- Projects.
• Review the site details with Engineers/Managers-Projects/Architect.
• To provide related projects details to sales department based on the customer supplied drawings/details measured from the site.
• To send drawings to the client for approval.
• Record all the drawings distribution in drawing control register.

About Us

Founded in 1971, the Al Shirawi Group has been serving people & industry for the last five decades. The Al Shirawi Group of Companies, grew from an unrelenting passion to provide the Middle East with high-quality solutions in the trading, industrial, distribution, contracting and service industries. From the Group’s humble beginning as a trading house, today, Al Shirawi is a burgeoning conglomerate and one of the most reputed names in the Middle East with offices across the GCC region in Qatar, Oman, Kuwait , India and Egypt.

Powered by a 10,000+ workforce and supported by the latest technology and infrastructure, the Group has established itself as one of the largest, most trusted and prestigious partners for leaders across the Persian Gulf. Through its diverse industry expertise and over 35 companies, Al Shirawi has remained committed to ensuring excellence in every product and offering, enabling its business units to leave an indelible impact in the global market.

Since its inception, Al Shirawi has striven to create a culture where each individual feels seen and valued, rooted in excellence, transparency, compassion, honesty, empowerment and discipline. The Group has won multiple prestigious awards for years — a testament to the technical pedigree, people-centric approach and desire to serve the community with sustainable, cutting‑edge solutions.

About the Team

The premier HVAC coil manufacturing & coating company in the GCC region, OCC supplies high-quality finned tube coils and anti-corrosion solutions through investments in the most advanced technology and automation processes. The company is also the exclusive distributor of Heat Pipe Technology, Inc. (HPT) and fresh air UV lamps in the region.

Job Info

• Job Identification 512
• Job Category OIC
• Posting Date 08/25/2025, 04:23 AM
• Degree Level Diploma