Design Drafter - SMP

Help shape the future of Australia’s energy transition by delivering the detailed designs that bring major renewable and industrial energy projects to life.

ABOUT UGL
UGL is a diversified services company delivering critical assets and essential services that sustain and enhance the environment in which we live. As part of our Energy  & Industrial business, we are supporting Australia's transition to a cleaner energy future through the delivery of renewable energy and other emerging energy infrastructure. We partner with some of Australia’s leading energy providers and major clients to deliver innovative, sustainable engineering solutions.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Design Drafter - SMP to join our Energy & Industrial Engineering team. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality structural, mechanical and piping (SMP) drafting and design outputs across a range of energy and industrial projects.
Working closely with engineers and project teams, you will be responsible for producing accurate, fit-for-purpose drawings and 3D models while ensuring designs align with project requirements, industry standards, and construction methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed SMP engineering drawings and documentation for renewable energy and industrial projects.

• Develop and maintain 3D models, general arrangements, piping, structural and plant layouts. Apply engineering standards, drafting principles and design-for-construction methodologies.

   

• Perform basic design calculations and material take-offs to support project delivery and tender activities.

• Review and check drafting outputs for technical accuracy and compliance.

• Collaborate with engineers, project teams and stakeholders to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

• Support business development, tendering and operational teams with technical drafting expertise.

   

   

  What You'll Bring
   

• Minimum 5 years' experience in detail drafting within industrial, processing plant, power, energy or infrastructure environments.

• Experience producing SMP drawings and 3D models for complex engineering projects.

• Proficiency in drafting and modelling software such as AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, Advanced Steel, Tekla, Inventor, SolidWorks, Navisworks or similar.

• Strong understanding of design-for-construction principles and multidisciplinary project delivery.

• Relevant Engineering qualification or equivalent industry experience.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative project team.
   

   

  Company Culture
  At UGL, we foster a culture built on safety, accountability, innovation and delivery. You'll join a high-performing engineering team where collaboration, continuous improvement and professional development are valued. We support our people to grow their careers while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact on Australia's energy future.
   

   

  What We Offer
  Opportunity to work on Australia's growing renewable and new energy sector.
  Exposure to major infrastructure, power and energy projects.
  Career development and ongoing technical learning opportunities.
  Collaborative and supportive engineering environment.
  Flexible and inclusive workplace culture.
  Competitive remuneration and employee benefits.