Senior Mechanical Draftsman

Job Summary We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Draftsman to prepare accurate shop drawings, coordination drawings and as-built drawings for our civil construction MEP projects in the UAE. You will work closely with engineers, site teams and the consultant to ensure mechanical drawings are produced on time, meet project specifications and comply with UAE authority requirements. Key Responsibilities • Prepare mechanical shop drawings, layouts, sections and details (HVAC, plumbing, drainage, firefighting and related systems) from design drawings and engineer markups. • Develop coordination drawings with MEP electrical and other trades, and help resolve clashes. • Prepare and update as-built drawings based on site changes and survey information. • Revise drawings promptly following comments from the consultant, client and authorities. • Prepare material submittals, equipment schedules, bills of quantities (BOQ) and quantity takeoffs from drawings. • Maintain drawing registers, revision control and document transmittals. • Ensure drawings follow project specifications, company CAD standards and UAE codes and authority requirements (e.g. Civil Defence, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, ADDC or the relevant authority). • Coordinate with site engineers and supervisors to verify site conditions and clarify drawing requirements. • Support the engineering team with calculations, design checks and technical documentation as needed. • Keep drawing files organized and backed up in the project document system. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. • Certificate or formal training in AutoCAD / Revit MEP is an advantage. Required Experience • Minimum 7 years as a Mechanical Draftsman on civil construction projects in the UAE. • Proven experience preparing shop drawings and as-built drawings that were approved by UAE consultants and authorities. • Experience with coordination drawings and multi-discipline projects. Skills and Competencies • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD; working knowledge of Revit MEP and Navisworks is preferred. • Good knowledge of mechanical systems and construction drawing standards. • Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural and MEP drawings. • Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word. • Strong attention to detail, with good time management and the ability to meet deadlines. • Good communication skills in English; Arabic, Hindi or Urdu is a plus. • Able to work independently and as part of a team. Additional Information • Candidates currently in the UAE with immediate availability are preferred. • UAE driving license is an advantage.