Draftsman – Commercial Department | Abu Dhabi, UAE | Blue Gulf CAT

🔹 Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Drafting: Prepare detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings for vessels, yachts, and onshore/offshore marine structures using AutoCAD.
• Commercial Support: Develop specialized drawings for tenders, quotations, and cost estimations, ensuring all visual data aligns with the Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
• Design Review: Review and revise drawings in strict adherence to engineering requirements, client specifications, and classification society rules (e.g., ABS, BV, Lloyd’s).
• Material Take-offs: Assist the estimation team by providing accurate material take-offs from technical drawings to support competitive pricing.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Liaise closely with the Project and Estimation teams to ensure technical accuracy and resolve clarifications during the tender and execution stages.
• Document Control: Maintain a rigorous document control system for all drawing revisions, ensuring the latest versions are accessible to project stakeholders.

🔹 Requirements:

• Experience: 4 to 5 years of relevant drafting experience, with a mandatory background in the GCC marine industry.
• Software Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD is required; knowledge of specialized marine design software is an advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of marine structures, yacht design, vessel repair, and construction drawing standards.
• Education: Diploma or Certification in Drafting, Mechanical Engineering, or Marine Engineering.
• Commercial Acumen: Proven ability to prepare drawings specifically for commercial proposals and technical tenders.
• Standards: Deep familiarity with international marine standards and classification society regulations.

What We Offer:

• Niche Industry Exposure: Work on a wide variety of marine projects, from high-end yachts to heavy-duty offshore structures.
• Strategic Location: Based in ICAD 2, Mussafah, the heart of Abu Dhabi’s industrial and maritime engineering hub.
• Professional Growth: A role that combines technical drafting skill with high-level commercial and tendering exposure.
• Compensation: Competitive monthly salary of AED 4,000 to 5,000, tailored to your 4–5 years of specialized marine drafting expertise.