Electrical Draftsman

MTEC ELECTROMECHANICAL WORKS L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

MTEC ELECTROMECHANICAL WORKS L.L.C is seeking a skilled 2D Electrical Draftsman with UAE building construction experience to prepare, update, and coordinate electrical drawings for MEP projects. Proficiency in AutoCAD and strong knowledge of electrical building services are essential.

Responsibilities include creating 2D shop drawings, layouts, and coordination with other disciplines, ensuring compliance with project standards and as-built documentation, and maintaining accurate revision control

Qualifications

• Diploma or technical qualification in electrical engineering or drafting.
• 8 years of relevant electrical drafting experience, preferably in UAE building projects.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD 2D and electrical drafting practices.
• Familiar with Electrical Power, Lighting, ELV and related systems.
• Ability to read electrical, architectural, structural and MEP drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update 2D Electrical Shop Drawings, Layouts, Sections, Details, and As-Built Drawings using AutoCAD.
• Prepare drawings for LV Power Systems (MDB/SMDB/DBs), cable trays, conduits, and wiring.
• Create Lighting and Emergency Lighting layouts with fixtures and switches.
• Develop Small Power and Equipment Power layouts with sockets and connections.
• Coordinate Earthing, Lightning Protection, and ELV drawings (Fire Alarm, CCTV, Access Control, Data/Telephone).
• Incorporate SLDs, schematic diagrams, DB schedules, and cable schedules.
• Coordinate electrical drawings with HVAC, plumbing, architecture, and structures.
• Review drawings for conflicts, routing, and installation requirements.
• Update drawings with RFIs, site instructions, and coordination updates.

Skills

AutoCAD 2D

Electrical drafting

Reading drawings

Coordination with engineers

Education

Diploma / Technical qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a 2D Electrical Draftsman with UAE building construction experience to prepare, update, and coordinate electrical drawings for MEP projects. The candidate should have good knowledge of electrical building services and strong AutoCAD drafting skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and update 2D Electrical Shop Drawings, Layouts, Sections, Details, and As-Built Drawings using AutoCAD.
• Prepare drawings for LV Power Systems, including MDB, SMDB, DBs, cable trays, conduits, wiring, and containment.
• Prepare Lighting and Emergency Lighting Layouts, including lighting fixtures, switches, controls, and related wiring.
• Prepare Small Power and Equipment Power Layouts, including sockets, isolators, and connections to mechanical and other equipment.
• Prepare and coordinate drawings for Earthing and Lightning Protection Systems.
• Prepare ELV drawings, including Fire Alarm, CCTV, Access Control, Data/Telephone, Intercom, SMATV, and other low-current systems as required.
• Prepare Single Line Diagrams, Schematic Diagrams, DB Schedules, Cable Schedules, and related electrical details.
• Prepare MEP Coordination Drawings and coordinate electrical services with HVAC, plumbing, architectural, structural, and other disciplines.
• Review architectural and MEP drawings to identify conflicts and ensure proper routing, equipment locations, clearances, and installation requirements.
• Incorporate approved design changes, RFIs, site instructions, and coordination updates into electrical drawings.
• Coordinate with Electrical Engineers, BIM Engineers, site teams to resolve drawing-related issues.
• Prepare drawings based on site conditions and actual installation for as-built documentation.
• Ensure drawings comply with project standards, specifications, authority requirements, and approved design.
• Maintain proper drawing revisions, references, and document control as per project requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma / Technical qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Drafting.
• 8 years of relevant experience in electrical drafting, preferably in UAE building construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD 2D and electrical drafting practices.
• Good understanding of Electrical Power, Lighting, Small Power, ELV, Fire Alarm, Earthing, and Lightning Protection systems.
• Experience preparing Electrical Shop Drawings and MEP Coordination Drawings.
• Ability to read and understand Electrical, Architectural, Structural, and MEP drawings.
• Knowledge of UAE building construction practices and electrical installation requirements.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with engineers, site teams, and other MEP disciplines.
• Good attention to detail, drawing accuracy, and revision control.
• UAE building construction experience is preferred.