Refrigeration Draftsman

Key Responsibilities

Drafting and Technical Support

Perform refrigeration engineering drafting work during the basic engineering, detailed engineering, construction and final commissioning phases of projects. Prepare and revise accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD based on approved engineering designs, specifications and instructions. These include:

• Steel piping and cable support layout drawings
• Piping layout drawings
• Piping and instrumentation diagrams (PIDs)
• Plant and equipment layout drawings
• Shop drawings
• Detailed drawings for fabrication and manufacturing

Incorporate relevant equipment and material specifications and engineering requirements supplied or approved by the engineering team. Review engineering inputs and identify missing information, inconsistencies or drawing clashes. Raise these with the relevant engineer for clarification. Coordinate with mechanical engineers and other disciplines to ensure drawings reflect project requirements. Revise drawings in response to engineering comments, approved design changes and verified site information.

Prepare as‑built drawings based on verified information received from the engineering and site teams.

Project Coordination and Delivery

Plan and complete assigned drafting activities in line with project schedules and agreed deadlines. Monitor progress and promptly identify the causes of any delays or deviations. Seek assistance from colleagues or line management where required to help resolve issues and reduce the impact on project delivery. Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, construction and other departments to ensure drawings support project requirements. Support the preparation of drawing packages for internal review, client submission, fabrication, construction and commissioning.

Subcontractor

Drawing Review

When instructed, review drafting work prepared by engineering subcontractors. Check drawings for compatibility with project requirements and departmental drafting standards. Document and communicate drafting comments to the supervising engineer or relevant project team member for review and follow-up.

Drawing and Document Control

Ensure the drawing database is updated, maintained and accessible to authorised engineering personnel. Maintain organised electronic drawing files, registers and revision records. Ensure drawings are correctly numbered, titled and issued in accordance with project and company document‑control procedures. Check drawings for completeness, accuracy, dimensions, annotations and consistency before submission.

Qualifications

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Refrigeration. Diploma or formal qualification in AutoCAD. 5–10 years of experience as a Mechanical and Refrigeration Draftsman. Proficiency in AutoCAD
2022, including 2D and 3D drafting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications. Experience preparing the refrigeration and mechanical drawings described above, including pipe layouts, support details and fabrication drawings. Ability to understand and interpret P&IDs, mechanical equipment drawings and technical specifications. Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Refrigeration Draftsman with an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company.
• Experience on oil and gas projects.
• Experience on industrial refrigeration projects.

Skills & Personal Attributes

• Organised, committed and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical thinking and practical problem‑solving skills.
• Results‑oriented, with the ability to manage deadlines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Working Relationships

• Internal:
  Engineering, project management, document control, procurement and site teams.
• External:
  Engineering subcontractors, consultants, suppliers and clients, as required and authorised.

Additional Requirements

Willingness to visit project sites when required. Ability to work independently within assigned responsibilities and follow technical direction. Undertake other related duties consistent with the role as assigned by management.