ELV CAD Draftsman

Telepixel General Trading LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Telepixel General Trading LLC in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced ELV CAD Drafter to convert design concepts into detailed drawings for ELV systems and related disciplines.

You will prepare layouts, single-line diagrams and coordination drawings, ensuring accuracy and adherence to CAD standards. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks is required, with strong documentation and as-built deliverables.

Qualifications

• Experience in ELV systems design and drafting.
• Proficient with CAD standards and drawing packages.
• Ability to coordinate with architecture/MEP/interiors and other disciplines.
• Detail-oriented with good documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design layouts, device-location layouts, shop drawings, IFC drawing development, General Arrangement drawings and coordination drawings.
• Prepare schematic diagrams, single-line diagrams, block diagrams, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams and complete system connectivity drawings.
• Prepare rack layouts and elevations, equipment layouts, and equipment-room layouts for ELV systems.
• Prepare containment and cable-routing drawings, schedules, termination details and installation details.
• Clearly indicate drawing numbers, revisions, dimensions, scales, tags and references.
• Prepare all other drafting documentation for tender, approval, procurement, installation, testing or handover.
• Translate design concepts into professional drawings and coordinate drawings with other disciplines.
• Update drawings based on site modifications and approvals; maintain traceable responses until approval.
• Apply CAD standards, blocks, symbols, legends, naming conventions and file structures.

Skills

ELV design

CAD drafting

Coordination drawings

Electrical layouts

Single-line diagrams

Rack layouts

Cable routing

As-built drawings

BOQ support

Site surveys

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

a. Drawings and Technical Deliverables

• Prepare design layouts, device-location layouts, shop drawings, IFC drawing development, General Arrangement drawings and coordination drawings.
• Prepare schematic diagrams, single-line diagrams, block diagrams, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams and complete system connectivity drawings.
• Prepare rack layouts and rack elevations, equipment layouts and elevations, equipment-room layouts, wall elevations, reflected ceiling coordination drawings, and control-panel / LCP layouts and elevations.
• Prepare containment and cable-routing drawings, cable schedules, termination details, builders’ work drawings, provision drawings, mounting details and typical installation details.
• Clearly indicate drawing numbers, revisions, dimensions, scales, device tags, mounting heights, cable references, legends, symbols, system notes and equipment references, as applicable.
• Prepare all other drawing or drafting documentation required for tender, approval, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, operation, maintenance or final handover.

b. Tender, BOQ and Quantity Take-Off

• Review tender drawings, architectural and MEP drawings, specifications, BOQs, schedules and related documents.
• Perform complete and accurate quantity take-offs for ELV, automation, AV, ICT and associated systems from tender and project drawings.
• Count and identify devices and equipment, including speakers, cameras, access-control points, data outlets, Wi‑Fi access points, keypads, touch panels, sensors, control modules, racks and all related accessories.
• Assist the Estimation and Design teams in preparing and checking BOQs, equipment schedules and marked‑up tender drawings.
• Compare drawings, specifications and BOQs; identify discrepancies, omissions, conflicting requirements and missing quantities; and report them before submission or pricing.

c. Design and Multidisciplinary Coordination

• Translate design concepts and engineering information into complete, clear and professional technical drawings.
• Coordinate ELV drawings with architectural, interior design, reflected ceiling, electrical, mechanical, structural, landscape, joinery and other relevant drawings.
• Coordinate continuously with the Design, Estimation, Engineering, Projects and Procurement teams to ensure that drawings match the approved system design and selected equipment.
• Identify clashes, missing information, space restrictions, accessibility concerns and coordination issues, and raise them promptly with the responsible engineer before drawings are issued.
• Revise drawings in accordance with client, consultant, authority and engineer comments and maintain traceable responses until approval is obtained.

d. Site Coordination and As‑Built Documentation

• Coordinate with project engineers, site engineers, supervisors and installation teams so that drawings are practical and suitable for execution.
• Attend site surveys, inspections and coordination meetings when required; take measurements; and verify dimensions, equipment locations, mounting heights, containment routes and actual site conditions.
• Update drawings based on approved site modifications, actual installation conditions, red‑line mark‑ups and instructions from the responsible engineer.
• Support the site team with drawing‑related technical information and issue timely revisions required for installation and second‑fix works.
• Maintain red‑line records throughout execution and prepare final as‑built drawings that accurately reflect the completed installation.

e. CAD Standards, Submissions and Document Control

• Apply the Company’s CAD standards, title blocks, layers, line weights, blocks, symbols, legends, naming conventions, scales and file structures consistently.
• Develop and maintain standard CAD blocks, system symbols, legends, typical details and drawing templates for the Company’s different systems.
• Maintain drawing registers, revision histories, submission records and organized DWG, PDF and supporting files for every project.
• Ensure that only the latest approved drawings are issued to the project and site teams and that superseded drawings are clearly identified and archived.
• Prepare final drawing packages for project handover and O&M documentation and support document submissions as required.
• Use Revit, Navisworks or other coordination software when required by the project and within your competence or following Company training.

f. Quality, Accuracy and Accountability

• Check every drawing and quantity take-off for accuracy, completeness, coordination and compliance before internal review or external submission.
• Confirm that all work is based on the latest approved architectural, MEP, interior design, equipment and engineering information.
• Meet agreed drawing schedules and promptly notify the responsible manager of missing information or risks that may delay submissions or site works.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect all Company, client and project information, drawings, designs, pricing data, files and intellectual property.
• Carry out other drafting, design-support, estimation-support, technical-documentation and project‑coordination duties reasonably related to your position and experience.

Skills

• ELV (Extra Low Voltage) systems design & drafting
• AutoCAD / CAD drafting
• Drawing preparation
• Home Automation & Smart Home systems
• Lighting Control Systems (DALI protocol)
• Audio Visual (AV) systems / Home Cinema
• CCTV & Access Control systems
• Structured Cabling / ICT & Data Networks
• BOQ preparation & Quantity Take-off (QTO)
• Single-line diagrams & schematic drawings
• Rack layout & elevation drawings
• As-built drawing preparation
• Revit / Navisworks (coordination software)
• Multidisciplinary drawing coordination (architectural/MEP)
• Site survey & measurement verification
• Cable routing & containment drawings