Electrical CAD Draftsman

Overview

Role Overview

Requirements

• Diploma in Engineering Drafting, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent with proven practical experience.
• 2 to 4 years of experience in electrical drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Ability to read electrical and architectural drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of electrical symbols, distribution boards, and cable routing.
• High accuracy and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical and shop drawings for buildings and projects using AutoCAD.
• Draft lighting and power layouts and distribution board drawings.
• Prepare single line diagrams and cable tray and conduit routes.
• Prepare fire alarm and low-current system drawings.
• Coordinate electrical drawings with architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings and identify clashes.
• Convert hand sketches and preliminary designs into accurate digital drawings.
• Prepare As-Built drawings based on site data.
• Revise and update drawings based on feedback from engineers, consultants, and clients.
• Extract preliminary cable and fixture quantities as required.
• Comply with approved codes and standards such as SBC 401 and Saudi Electricity Company requirements.
• Organize and archive drawings and files per the document control system