Senior Design Draftsman – Refining Operations
by QatarEnergy in Energy (Oil, Gas & Renewables)
The Senior Design Draftsman is responsible for carrying out, supervising, and coordinating the provision of drawing and design services to support engineering, maintenance, and modification activities for Refining Operations plants and equipment within the oil and gas petrochemical sector. The role involves developing, managing, and maintaining comprehensive documentation control systems, including both electronic and hard copy records, covering design philosophies, engineering strategies, technical specifications, procedures, and documentation service frameworks. The position is accountable for managing the full Management of Change (MOC) process, including coordination of approvals, preparation of as-built drawings, technical data sheets, and associated engineering documentation required for refinery modifications and operational integrity. The role ensures that all drawings and design deliverables conform to approved engineering standards, specifications, and design requirements, maintaining accuracy, quality, and compliance with internationally recognized petrochemical industry codes of practice. The Senior Design Draftsman provides technical support in establishing company standards, drawing numbering systems, and documentation control procedures. The role includes reviewing, checking, and commenting on incoming engineering work from contractors and vendors, and coordinating with discipline engineers to ensure accuracy and compliance. Additionally, the position liaises with project engineers to ensure proper handover of final project deliverables, including as-built dossiers and technical drawings. The role requires strong exposure to electrical, instrumentation, and piping materials used in oil and gas refining and petrochemical facilities, along with advanced capability in AutoCAD, TDMS, EDMS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and MS Project. The position operates within a drawing office environment of a major petrochemical design contracting organization and ensures effective documentation governance and engineering drawing management for refinery operations and modification projects.