Electrical Drafter

About the Role

UNIMAC - United Maintenance and Contracting Company is seeking an Electrical Drafter to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves preparing detailed electrical drawings for various projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards, and coordinating with other engineering disciplines. The position requires 5-10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical design, shop, and as-built drawings for landscape and infrastructure projects.
• Develop lighting layouts, power distribution layouts, cable routing plans, conduit and duct bank drawings, and earthing/grounding systems.
• Prepare single-line diagrams (SLDs), feeder pillar layouts, panel schedules, wiring diagrams, and installation details.
• Coordinate electrical drawings with civil, landscape, architectural, utility, and other engineering disciplines.
• Update and revise drawings in accordance with design changes, site conditions, and engineer comments.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, local regulations, client requirements, and applicable electrical standards.
• Assist in quantity take-offs, material schedules, BOQ preparation, and technical documentation.
• Maintain drawing registers, revision records, and document control in accordance with project procedures.
• Participate in BIM and multidisciplinary coordination meetings to resolve design clashes and improve constructability.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering, Drafting, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 6-8 years of experience as an Electrical Draftsman in MEP, infrastructure, or landscape development projects.

• Proven experience in preparing electrical design and shop drawings for:

  • Landscape Lighting Systems
  • Small Power Systems
  • External Electrical Networks
  • Underground Cable Routing
  • Duct Banks and Conduit Systems
  • Earthing and Grounding Systems
  • Low Current Systems (ICT, CCTV, Public Address, Access Control, and Related Systems)

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, installation details, and as-built documentation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit.
• Working knowledge of BIM processes and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Familiarity with utility coordination and large-scale infrastructure developments.
• Ability to interpret engineering designs, specifications, and project requirements accurately.
• Strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The salary for this role will be discussed during the interview process.