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Date: 15 Aug 2025

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company: Al Rostamani Group of Companies LLC

Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care & Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment.

Emirates Electrical Engineering is a specialized business platform that provides comprehensive turnkey solutions combining development, financing, construction and operation of solar rooftops for commercial and industrial building in the UAE, also a responsive and flexible organization dedicated for the design and construction of turnkey electrical power projects such as High Voltage Substations, Cable Networks and Transmission Lines.

Job Purpose

The Electrical Draftsman is responsible for preparing electrical shop drawings, coordination drawings, and as-built drawings for MEP construction projects. This role ensures that electrical system layouts are accurately represented and meet project requirements. The Electrical Draftsman will collaborate with engineers to create technical drawings using AutoCAD and Revit to ensure the seamless integration of electrical systems.

Job Responsibilities

Drafting & Documentation:

  • Prepare detailed electrical drawings for power distribution, lighting layouts, ELV systems, and wiring schematics using AutoCAD, Revit, and other drafting tools.
  • Update drawings based on design revisions and ensure all changes are documented accurately.
  • Create layout drawings for electrical panels, switchgear, conduits, and wiring based on the electrical engineers' designs.
  • Ensure all electrical drawings are compliant with relevant standards, local codes (e.g., ADDC, ADM, Civil Defense), and project specifications.

Coordination & Collaboration:

  • Work closely with Electrical Engineers to understand and interpret design requirements and instructions.
  • Assist in the preparation of as-built drawings after the electrical system installation is complete.
  • Collaborate with other disciplines (e.g., mechanical, structural) to resolve coordination issues and ensure proper integration of electrical systems.

Quality Control & Accuracy:

  • Ensure accuracy and consistency in all drafting work and prevent errors that may affect the construction or installation phases.
  • Review and verify all drawings and technical documents for compliance with project specifications.
  • Conduct clash detection for electrical systems within the broader MEP design framework.

Technical Support:

  • Assist the electrical team with any additional technical documentation or presentations related to electrical design.
  • Support Electrical Engineers by preparing diagrams and layouts that help visualize the design intent and guide installation teams.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit (up to LOD 400).
  • Strong English language skills (both written and verbal).

Experience

  • 3-5 years of experience in electrical drafting for MEP construction projects.
  • Experience in shop drawing preparation, coordination drawings, and as-built drawing revisions.
  • UAE experience is required.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Electrical Drafting – Proficient in creating detailed electrical layouts, circuit diagrams, panel schedules, and wiring diagrams.
  • AutoCAD & Revit MEP – Expertise in AutoCAD for 2D drafting and Revit MEP for 3D modeling and building systems.
  • Power Distribution Systems – Understanding of power distribution, switchgear, lighting systems, and grounding layouts.
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) – Ability to create and update SLDs, panel schedules, and other electrical documentation.
  • Lighting Design & Control – Drafting lighting layouts, emergency lighting systems, and control wiring.
  • ELV Systems – Familiarity with Extra Low Voltage systems such as CCTV, fire alarms, access control, and BMS systems.
  • MEP Coordination – Ability to integrate electrical drawings with mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
  • Specification & BOM Preparation – Preparing technical specifications, material lists, and Bills of Materials (BOM).
  • Compliance & Standards – Ensuring compliance with local and international standards (e.g., IEC, NEC, BS).
  • Revisions & Updates – Maintaining up-to-date drawings and ensuring proper version control.

At Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision. If this position represents an opportunity you wish to pursue, we invite you to apply.