MEP Draftsman

Role overview

Drawing production and coordination

• Prepare shop, coordinated construction, and as-built drawings for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and firefighting systems.
• Produce layouts, sections, schematics, riser diagrams, installation details, and builders’ work drawings.
• Convert consultant drawings, design markups, and engineering inputs into execution documentation.
• Coordinate MEP drawings with architectural, structural, and multidisciplinary drawings; support BIM clash detection and resolution.
• Prepare combined services drawings and coordinated ceiling layouts where required.
• Revise drawings based on consultant comments, site conditions, RFIs, and project changes.

Submissions and site documentation

• Assist with authority submission drawings and documentation for ADM, DMT, Civil Defense, ADDC/AADC where applicable, and other regulators.
• Support technical submittals, builders’ work coordination drawings, and shop drawing submissions for consultant approval.
• Conduct site visits, verify dimensions, update redline markups, and prepare as-built documentation.
• Maintain drawing registers and revision control under company CAD/BIM and documentation procedures.
• Ensure drawings meet applicable codes, standards, constructability requirements, and approved design intent.

Qualifications and experience

• Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, drafting, or a related discipline.
• At least five years of experience as an MEP draftsman; UAE experience is preferred.
• Proven experience preparing MEP shop drawings and coordinated construction documentation.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, electrical, and firefighting systems.
• Advanced AutoCAD proficiency is mandatory; working knowledge of Autodesk Revit and BIM coordination is preferred.
• Familiarity with UAE authority requirements, codes, and standards; understanding of MEP coordination, construction detailing, and installation practices.
• Attention to detail, technical accuracy, problem-solving, deadline management, and effective work with engineers, consultants, and site teams.

Pay

• Pay is AED 7,000–8,000 per month.

Work location

• Work location is in person.