Mechanical Design Draftsman (AutoCAD)

About the role

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Draftsman to create and maintain detailed mechanical and piping drawings for oil & gas, refinery or petrochemical projects. The role involves using AutoCAD and other CAD tools to produce accurate documentation and support project activities on‑site.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical and piping drawings using AutoCAD and other CAD software.
• Prepare and update piping isometrics, general arrangement (GA) drawings, P&IDs, piping layouts, pipe routing, pipe support and equipment drawings.
• Develop drawings from engineering calculations, sketches, mark‑ups, specifications and site measurements.
• Conduct site surveys and measurements to verify existing piping, equipment and facilities.
• Update drawings to As‑Built status based on site verification and mark‑ups.
• Prepare and update Material Take‑Off (MTO) and Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Review vendor catalogues, equipment specifications and existing/archived drawings for required information.
• Ensure drawings meet required accuracy, quality, standards and project specifications.
• Support drafting requirements for projects, MOC, PIR and IAT activities.

Required profile

• HND/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (3 years) or ITI – Mechanical Draftsman (2 years).
• Minimum 7 years of drafting experience in oil & gas, refinery or petrochemical plants/consultancies.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD 2D & 3D.
• Knowledge of Plant 3D and other CAD design software (preferred).
• Strong experience in mechanical & piping drafting.
• Good knowledge of piping materials, standards and codes (preferred).
• Experience in As‑Built drawings and site surveys (required).
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications.

Required skills

• AutoCAD 2D
• AutoCAD 3D
• Plant 3D (preferred)
• Other CAD design software
• MS Office