Technical Draftsman

Samples Yard; Doha; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Samples Yard seeks an experienced Technical Draftsman with strong hands-on knowledge of carpentry, joinery, cabinetry, and interior fit-out works. This role focuses on conversion of design concepts and site conditions into fabrication-ready shop drawings for carpentry workshop, suppliers, and site teams.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma or Bachelor's in Architecture or related field, at least 5 years of drafting experience, and proven ability to produce fabrication drawings and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Technology, Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant drafting experience, preferably focused on joinery, carpentry, cabinetry, and interior fit-out.
• Proven experience producing fabrication-level shop drawings, not only architectural drawings.
• GCC experience is an advantage.
• Experience with a carpentry workshop, joinery factory, fit-out contractor, or furniture manufacturer is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and installation drawings for custom carpentry, cabinetry, joinery, and interior fit-out works.
• Develop detailed drawings for wardrobes and closets, kitchen cabinets, TV units, vanities, doors and frames, wall paneling, reception counters, shelves, built-in furniture, and decorative joinery.
• Produce accurate cutting dimensions and fabrication information for workshop teams.
• Coordinate drawings with site conditions, ceilings, flooring, walls, electrical points, plumbing, lighting, AC, and other services.
• Review design drawings and identify technical issues before fabrication begins.

Skills

Detail oriented

Technically strong

Fabrication-minded

Independent worker

Strong communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

MS Office

Revit

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Cabinet Vision

Microvellum

Job description

Samples Yard is looking for an experienced Technical Draftsman with strong hands-on knowledge of carpentry, joinery, cabinetry, and interior fit-out works.

This is not a purely architectural drafting position. We are looking for someone who understands how furniture, cabinets, wall cladding, doors, counters, vanities, wardrobes, and custom joinery are actually fabricated, assembled, and installed.

The successful candidate will be responsible for converting design concepts, site conditions, and approved material selections into accurate, coordinated, fabrication-ready shop drawings that can be confidently used by the carpentry workshop, suppliers, and site installation teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and installation drawings for custom carpentry, cabinetry, joinery, and interior fit-out works.
• Develop detailed drawings for:
• Wardrobes and closets
• Kitchen cabinets
• TV units and feature walls
• Vanities
• Doors and frames
• Wall paneling and cladding
• Reception counters
• Shelving and storage units
• Built-in furniture
• Decorative joinery
• Custom loose furniture when required
• Produce accurate plans, elevations, sections, enlarged details, and construction details.
• Prepare drawings showing complete information for fabrication, including:
• Dimensions
• Material thicknesses
• Joinery details
• Edge details
• Hardware
• Hinges and drawer systems
• Internal cabinet configurations
• Fixing methods
• Structural supports
• Subframes
• Junctions between materials
• Translate architectural and interior design drawings into practical and buildable carpentry solutions.
• Review design drawings and identify technical issues before fabrication begins.
• Conduct site measurements and verify existing conditions before preparing final production drawings.
• Coordinate drawings with site conditions, ceilings, flooring, walls, electrical points, plumbing, lighting, AC, and other relevant services.
• Coordinate carpentry details with materials such as:
• Veneer
• Solid wood
• MDF
• Plywood
• Laminates
• Melamine
• Stone and marble
• Glass
• Metal
• Upholstery
• Decorative finishes
• Prepare accurate cutting dimensions and fabrication information for workshop teams.
• Coordinate closely with carpenters and workshop teams to ensure drawings reflect realistic production methods.
• Revise drawings based on site conditions, consultant comments, client approvals, and production requirements.
• Maintain proper drawing revisions and ensure the workshop and site teams are always working from the latest approved drawings.
• Cross-check drawings against BOQs, material schedules, specifications, and approved samples.
• Ensure item references and codes used in BOQs and material schedules are properly reflected in drawings.
• Flag discrepancies between design drawings, BOQs, specifications, and actual site conditions before production.
• Assist in preparing material take-offs and quantities when required.
• Support the estimation and procurement teams with technical information.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding hardware, accessories, specialized fittings, and material limitations.
• Visit the workshop and site regularly to verify that production and installation comply with approved drawings.
• Support troubleshooting of technical issues arising during fabrication or installation.

Technical Requirements

Candidates must have strong demonstrated experience in carpentry and joinery detailing.

The ideal candidate should understand:

• Cabinet construction methods
• Joinery systems and fabrication techniques
• MDF, plywood, veneer, laminates, and solid timber applications
• Cabinet carcass construction
• Shutters and drawer construction
• Concealed fixing methods
• Wall paneling systems
• Timber and metal substructures
• Hardware systems
• Hinges, runners, lift systems, and accessories
• Stone and glass integration with joinery
• Tolerances required for fabrication and installation
• Site measurement and setting-out
• Practical installation sequences
• Coordination between joinery and other fit-out trades

Experience working directly with a carpentry workshop or joinery factory is highly preferred.

Software Skills

Strong proficiency in:

• AutoCAD – mandatory
• SketchUp
• Microsoft Office

Experience with any of the following is an advantage:

• Revit
• Autodesk Inventor
• SolidWorks
• Cabinet Vision
• Microvellum
• CNC-related production software
• 3D joinery detailing software

Experience & Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Technology, Engineering, Drafting, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant drafting experience, preferably focused on joinery, carpentry, cabinetry, and interior fit-out.
• Proven experience producing fabrication-level shop drawings, not only architectural drawings.
• Previous experience with a carpentry workshop, joinery factory, fit-out contractor, or furniture manufacturer is strongly preferred.
• GCC experience is an advantage.
• Experience working on residential, hospitality, retail, commercial, or high-end interior projects is preferred.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is:

• Extremely detail-oriented
• Technically strong
• Practical and fabrication-minded
• Able to identify problems before they reach the workshop
• Comfortable challenging a design detail when it cannot be properly fabricated
• Able to work independently with limited supervision
• Fast and accurate in producing drawings
• Organized with drawing revisions and documentation
• Comfortable visiting both workshop and project sites
• Able to communicate clearly with designers, carpenters, suppliers, and site teams
• Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of their drawings

What We Will Evaluate During Recruitment

Candidates should be prepared to provide a portfolio demonstrating actual technical shop drawings, particularly for:

• Cabinets
• Wardrobes
• Kitchens
• Vanities
• Wall paneling
• Custom joinery
• Furniture fabrication
• Interior fit-out details

Preference will be given to candidates whose portfolios clearly demonstrate construction knowledge, fabrication detailing, material understanding, and joinery detailing, rather than presentation drawings alone.

Shortlisted candidates may be given a practical drafting test requiring them to develop a fabrication-ready joinery detail from a design drawing.

Key Performance Expectations

The Technical Draftsman will be expected to:

• Produce accurate drawings with minimal errors.
• Reduce workshop queries caused by incomplete drawings.
• Identify technical conflicts before production.
• Deliver drawings according to agreed project deadlines.
• Maintain clear and controlled drawing revisions.
• Ensure drawings correspond with approved materials and BOQs.
• Produce drawings that carpenters can fabricate directly without requiring continuous clarification