SR. ELECTRICAL DRAFTSMAN

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced electrical draftsman. The role involves preparing shop drawings for electrical systems and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate has a diploma in Electrical Engineering, at least 8 years of drafting experience, and strong AutoCAD skills. Join our team to contribute to high-quality engineering projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of drafting experience with at least 5 years in UAE/GCC.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD required.
• Excellent technical understanding necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate shop drawings for electrical systems.
• Develop coordination drawings integrating various services.
• Ensure compliance with local authority regulations.

Skills

AutoCAD

Coordination drawings

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

BIM tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate shop drawings for electrical systems including power, lighting, ELV, fire alarm and containment layouts.
• Develop coordination drawings integrating architectural, structural and MEP services, ensuring clash-free and practical installations.
• Interpret design drawings and technical specifications to produce clear compliant drafting deliverables.
• Coordinate with project engineers, site supervisors and other disciplines to support construction activities.
• Revise and update drawings based on site mark-ups, RFIs and engineering instructions.
• Ensure all drawings comply with local authority regulations and company standards.
• Maintain drawing logs and ensure timely submission of deliverables according to project schedules.
• Assist in resolving drawing-related issues during the design and execution phases.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 8 years of drafting experience with at least 5 years in the UAE/GCC contracting companies.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit or BIM tools is a plus.
• Proven experience in preparing coordination drawings and handling multi-discipline integration.
• Familiarity with UAE/GCC construction codes standards and authority submission requirements (e.g. DEWA ADDC QCDD).
• Excellent technical understanding, communication and organizational skills.
• Must be available to join within 2 weeks.

Vertical

Digital Engineering