Mechanical / Electrical Draughtsman – Job Description
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Mechanical / Electrical Draughtsman to prepare accurate technical drawings, layouts, shop drawings, and as-built drawings for mechanical and electrical systems. The role involves coordinating with engineers, project teams, consultants, and site personnel to ensure drawings meet project specifications, design requirements, and applicable standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed mechanical and electrical drawings using CAD software.
- Develop plans, elevations, sections, layouts, schematics, and installation details.
- Prepare MEP shop drawings based on approved engineering designs and specifications.
- Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings before preparing detailed drawings.
- Prepare drawings for HVAC, ducting, piping, plumbing, electrical power, lighting, containment, and related systems as applicable.
- Develop electrical layouts, single-line diagrams, cable routing, panel layouts, lighting layouts, and equipment connection details.
- Prepare mechanical layouts, equipment arrangements, ducting, piping, supports, and installation details.
- Coordinate mechanical and electrical drawings with architectural, structural, and interior works.
- Identify clashes and design conflicts and coordinate with engineers for resolution.
- Incorporate consultant, client, and engineering comments into drawings.
- Prepare material layouts, schedules, equipment schedules, and other technical documentation where required.
- Conduct site measurements and verify existing conditions before preparing or revising drawings.
- Prepare as-built drawings based on actual site installations.
- Maintain drawing registers, revisions, document control, and approval records.
- Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, contractors, and installation teams to clarify drawing requirements.
- Ensure drawings are prepared according to project standards, specifications, and relevant codes.
- Assist engineers in preparing technical submissions and documentation.
- Update drawings based on design changes, site conditions, and approved variations.
- Ensure accuracy of dimensions, levels, equipment locations, cable routes, pipe routes, and service clearances.
- Maintain organized electronic and hard-copy drawing records.
- Complete drawing submissions within agreed project deadlines.
Requirements
- Diploma or technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, MEP, Drafting, or a related field.
- 3–7 years of relevant experience in mechanical/electrical drafting, MEP, construction, or fit-out projects.
- Strong knowledge of technical drawing principles and MEP drafting practices.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, architectural, and structural drawings.
- Practical understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or other MEP systems.
- Experience preparing shop drawings, coordination drawings, and as-built drawings.
- Knowledge of Revit MEP, BIM, Navisworks, or other drafting software is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Preferred Skills
- Mechanical and electrical drafting
- MEP shop drawings
- HVAC and ducting layouts
- Electrical power and lighting layouts
- Cable tray and containment layouts
- Piping and equipment layouts
- Single-line diagrams
- Coordination and clash detection
- Site measurement and verification
- As-built drawing preparation
- AutoCAD
- Revit MEP / BIM / Navisworks
- Technical documentation
- Drawing revision and document control
