Draughtsman ( EPLAN)

Emirates Electrical Engineering LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm in Dubai seeks a Draughtsman (EPLAN/ELCAD) to create accurate electrical schematics and technical documentation. The role requires strong CAD skills and experience in heavy electrical manufacturing. You will develop detailed layouts and ensure compliance with industry standards. Ideal candidates hold a diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology and have 2-3 years of relevant experience. This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to innovative electrical power projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a draughtsman in a heavy electrical manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in creating detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Proven ability to produce GA, layout, and fabrication drawings with accurate dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Develop General Arrangement (GA), layout, and assembly drawings for control and protection panels.
• Prepare detailed fabrication drawings for sheet metal components, including assembly rules.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using EPLAN.
• Maintain device tags, cable schedules, terminal diagrams, and BOMs.
• Ensure drawings comply with IEC, NFPA, and company standards.
• Update drawings per engineering changes and site feedback.
• Collaborate with engineers and production for manufacturable drawings.
• Optimize component placement for accessibility and thermal performance.
• Participate in design reviews and maintain document control.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing, installation, and commissioning.

Skills

Expert user of 2D/3D CAD software

Proficiency in AutoCAD & EPLAN/ELCAD

Strong experience in creating detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings

Good understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Basic knowledge of electrical components

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

ELCAD

Job description

Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care & Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment.

Emirates Electrical Engineering is a specialized business platform that provides comprehensive turnkey solutions combining development, financing, construction and operation of solar rooftops for commercial and industrial building in the UAE, also a responsive and flexible organization dedicated for the design and construction of turnkey electrical power projects such as High Voltage Substations, Cable Networks and Transmission Lines.

Job Purpose

The Draughtsman (EPLAN/ELCAD) is responsible for preparing accurate electrical schematics, panel layouts, and technical documentation using EPLAN/ELCAD software. The role supports engineering and project teams by translating design concepts and specifications into detailed drawings that comply with industry standards and project requirements. The Draughtsman ensures drawings are updated, coordinated, and aligned with manufacturing, installation, and commissioning needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop General Arrangement (GA), layout, and assembly drawings for control and protection panels, including cubicles and sub-assemblies.
• Prepare detailed fabrication drawings for sheet metal components, mounting plates, sub-panels, and busbar systems with complete dimensions, tolerances, and notes.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, termination drawings, and panel layouts using EPLAN based on engineering schematics.
• Generate and maintain device tags, cable schedules, terminal diagrams, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Ensure all drawings comply with company standards, client specifications, and applicable industry codes (IEC, NFPA, etc.).
• Update and revise drawings in line with engineering changes, site feedback, and as-built requirements while maintaining proper version control.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and production teams to convert conceptual designs into manufacturable drawings.
• Optimize component placement and panel layouts for accessibility, maintainability, and thermal performance.
• Participate in design reviews and incorporate feedback into final drawings.
• Maintain drawing registers, document control, CAD libraries, and project files in accordance with company procedures.
• Provide technical clarification and support to workshop and site teams during manufacturing, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to standardization and continuous improvement of electrical design templates and EPLAN libraries.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent qualification (e.g., City & Guilds, HNC/HND). Equivalent proven experience will be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a draughtsman in a control panel, switchgear, enclosure fabrication, or related heavy electrical manufacturing environment.
• Technical Proficiency (Mandatory):

Knowledge & Skills

• Expert user of 2D/3D CAD software. Proficiency in AutoCAD/EPLA/ELCAD is essential.
• Strong experience in creating detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Good understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Basic knowledge of electrical components and their mechanical mounting requirements.
• Familiarity with control panel construction, sheet metal fabrication processes, and standard electrical enclosure types.

At Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision. If this position represents an opportunity you wish to pursue, we invite you to apply.