Piping Draughtsman

Job Profile: Draftsman – Piping

Location: UAE

Job Description:

To lead the production of high-quality piping drawings and 3D models for offshore oil & gas facilities (platforms, FPSOs, subsea systems), ensuring accuracy, compliance with international standards, and seamless coordination with engineering teams.

Responsibilities:

Design & Drafting:

• Produce detailed piping layouts, isometrics, and fabrication drawings using PDMS, E3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Develop 3D models of offshore piping systems (topsides, jackets, process modules) with clash-free routing
• Generate spool drawings, support details, and material take-offs (MTOs) for construction

Technical Coordination:

• Work closely with piping engineers to translate P&IDs into executable 3D models
• Resolve design clashes through Navisworks reviews with structural/mechanical teams
• Update drawings to reflect as-built conditions during offshore installation

Standards Compliance:

• Ensure all deliverables meet ASME B31.3, API RP 14E, and DNV-OS-F101 requirements
• Apply hazardous area classification rules (ATEX/IECEx zones) to drawing packages

Quality Control:

• Conduct self-checks of drawings for dimensional accuracy and completeness
• Maintain revision control of all piping documentation

Offshore Support:

• Prepare drawing packages for fabrication, installation, and hook-up activities
• Assist with red-line markups during site surveys and offshore commissioning

Requirements:

Education & Certification:

• Diploma in Mechanical/Piping Drafting or equivalent
• Preferred: PDMS/E3D Administrator certification

Experience:

• 10+ years specializing in offshore oil & gas piping drafting
• Proven track record on FPSO, fixed platform, or subsea pipeline projects

Technical Skills:

• Essential Software:
• PDMS/E3D (3D modeling)
• AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Navisworks (clash detection)
• MicroStation (for brownfield projects)
• Advanced Knowledge:
• Offshore pipe support standards
• Isometric drawing conventions
• Welding symbols and fabrication notes

Industry Knowledge:

• Understanding of offshore construction sequences and material handling
• Familiarity with piping material classes (CS, DSS, CRA)

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work under tight deadlines in fast-paced EPC environments
• Strong attention to detail for complex offshore systems

Language:

• Fluent English (Arabic/Russian beneficial)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have 10+ years specializing in offshore oil & gas piping drafting?
• Do you have knowledge of PDMS/E3D (3D modeling), AutoCAD Plant 3D, Navisworks, (clash detection), MicroStation (for brownfield projects)?