Electrical Draftsman - Well-established Contracting Company in Dubai

Apt Resources is seeking an experienced and technically competent Electrical Draftsman to join an MEP team of a well-established contracting company in Dubai. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of electrical drafting, shop drawings, coordination drawings, and as-built drawings for building construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical shop drawings, coordinated drawings, and as-built drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop electrical layouts, including:
• Lighting and emergency lighting layouts.
• Small power and socket layouts.
• Lighting control layouts.
• Cable tray, trunking, and conduit layouts.
• Single Line Diagrams (SLDs).
• Load schedules and Distribution Board (DB) schedules.
• Earthing and lightning protection layouts.
• Electrical room and substation layouts.
• Prepare containment routing drawings and cable tray sizing layouts.
• Coordinate electrical drawings with HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, architectural, and structural drawings.
• Incorporate consultant comments and revise drawings accordingly.
• Prepare technical drawings for consultant submission and approval.
• Conduct site visits and prepare as-built drawings based on actual site conditions.
• Ensure all drawings comply with project specifications, DEWA regulations, and applicable authority requirements.
• Coordinate with site engineers and the project team to resolve technical and drawing-related issues.

Requirements

• Diploma or ITI in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as an Electrical Draftsman, preferably within an MEP contracting company.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD 2D.
• Knowledge of Revit MEP will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of electrical shop drawings, Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), and load schedules.
• Knowledge of UAE electrical standards and DEWA regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical specifications and construction drawings.
• Good coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Salary: AED 5,000