The Role
Produce and maintain 2D/3D AutoCAD drawings for process plants, piping, equipment, civil foundations and electrical layouts. Support engineers across design, installation and commissioning, prepare BOMs/drawing registers, update as-built documentation, coordinate multi-discipline inputs, maintain revision control, and ensure compliance with engineering standards.
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Job Title: Draughtsman - Process Plant and Industrial Projects
Location: Kiambu County
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Draftsman with strong experience in AutoCAD and industrial plant design to support engineering design, project execution, installation, and commissioning activities. The role requires the ability to work across mechanical, civil, and electrical disciplines, ensuring accurate technical drawings, effective documentation control, and smooth coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
1. Drafting & Design
• Prepare, revise, and maintain accurate 2D and 3D drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop detailed drawings for:
o Process plant layouts
o Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
o Equipment layouts and GA drawings
o Civil foundation drawings
o Electrical layouts and cable routing
• Ensure all drawings comply with applicable industry standards, engineering codes, and project specifications.
2. Project Support
• Support project engineers during design development, planning, execution, and site implementation.
• Prepare bills of materials (BOMs), drawing registers, and related technical documentation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, civil, process, and project teams.
• Assist with project scheduling, progress tracking, and drawing deliverable updates.
3. Installation & Commissioning
• Provide technical drawing support during equipment installation, erection, and alignment activities.
• Support site modifications by updating drawings and preparing accurate as-built documentation.
• Participate in commissioning activities and ensure drawings are updated to reflect actual site conditions.
• Help resolve design-related issues identified during installation, testing, and startup.
4. Multi-Discipline Coordination
• Integrate civil, electrical, mechanical, and process design inputs into coordinated project drawings.
• Work closely with:
• Civil team for structural layouts and foundations
• Electrical team for panel layouts and cabling
• Mechanical/process team for piping and equipment placement
5. Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain proper drawing revision control, filing, and document traceability.
• Ensure drawings and documentation align with quality, safety, and engineering standards.
• Prepare technical reports, drawing transmittals, and project documentation as required.
Requirements
Technical Skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is mandatory.
• Knowledge of:
o Process plant systems
o Piping layouts and isometrics
o Electrical schematics and layouts
o Civil/structural basics
• Understanding of plant, machinery, and equipment (PME) drawings.
• Familiarity with standards such as ASME, ISO, and applicable local engineering codes is preferred.
Soft Skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective communication and coordination skills
• Practical problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple drawing deliverables
Qualifications
Diploma or degree in:
o Mechanical Engineering
o Electrical Engineering
o Civil Engineering
o A related technical field
• Certification in AutoCAD, drafting, or CAD design is preferred.
Experience
• 2–8 years of drafting or design experience in:
• Process plants, manufacturing facilities, or industrial project environments
• Experience supporting project installation, site execution, and commissioning is highly desirable.
Preferred Industries
• Chemical, pharmaceutical, or food processing plants
• Oil and gas, energy, or utilities projects
• Industrial manufacturing and process plant operations
Additional Requirements
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop engineering drawings and technical layouts.
• Site exposure or hands-on project execution experience is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of 3D design tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or E3D is an added advantage.
Skills Required
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Diploma or degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or related technical field
- 2-8 years drafting or design experience in process plants, manufacturing or industrial projects
- Experience preparing P&IDs, piping layouts, isometrics and equipment GA drawings
- Ability to develop civil foundation drawings and electrical layouts/cable routing
- Ability to support site installation, erection, alignment and produce as-built drawings
- Maintain drawing revision control, registers, BOMs and technical transmittals
- Strong attention to detail, communication, coordination and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with ASME, ISO and applicable local engineering codes
- Certification in AutoCAD, drafting or CAD design
- Familiarity with 3D design tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D or E3D
- Site exposure / hands-on project execution experience
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