Mechanical Drafter (Piping) | Permanent Work From Home | Australian Engineering Team

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Drafter (Piping) to join our Australian engineering team in a permanent work-from-home role.

If you have a strong background in mechanical drafting and piping design for water treatment, water infrastructure, or industrial projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Our Team?
? Permanent work-from-home position
? Australian morning shift (enjoy your evenings)
? Monday to Friday schedule – no weekend work
? Supportive and collaborative team
? Positive, respectful, and non-toxic work environment
? Health insurance
? Long-term career opportunity with an established Australian engineering team
About the Role

As our Mechanical Drafter (Piping), you will prepare accurate, high-quality mechanical and piping drawings for water treatment, water infrastructure, and industrial projects. You'll work closely with engineers and project managers to produce construction-ready documentation that meets Australian standards and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed mechanical and piping drawings based on engineering sketches, markups, specifications, and project requirements.
Produce Piping General Arrangement (GA), piping layout, isometric, fabrication, and equipment arrangement drawings.
Prepare piping support details, spool drawings, and installation drawings.
Revise and maintain drawings throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure all drawings comply with Australian Standards and project requirements.
Coordinate with mechanical engineers, process engineers, and project managers.
Interpret Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), equipment datasheets, and engineering specifications.
Assist in preparing construction documentation for water treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, and related mechanical systems.
Maintain organized drawing registers and revision records.
Incorporate design changes and deliver documentation on schedule.
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Mechanical Drafter, Piping Drafter, or Mechanical Design Draftsperson.
Proficient in AutoCAD. Experience with Plant 3D, Revit MEP, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar software is an advantage.
Strong understanding of mechanical drafting principles and piping design.
Experience producing piping layouts, GA drawings, isometric drawings, fabrication drawings, and installation drawings.
Ability to interpret P&IDs, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
Excellent attention to detail and drafting accuracy.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Reliable internet connection and ability to work independently from home.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting Australian engineering, utilities, water treatment, or industrial projects.
Knowledge of Australian Standards for mechanical and piping systems.
Experience with:
Water treatment and wastewater projects
Pump stations
Process piping systems
Stainless steel, carbon steel, HDPE, PVC, and ductile iron piping
Pumps, valves, pressure vessels, and process equipment
AutoCAD Plant 3D or similar plant design software
Material Take-Offs (MTOs) and construction documentation
Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Drafting, Engineering Design, or a related discipline is preferred.
We're Looking For Someone Who
Produces accurate, high-quality drafting work.
Has excellent attention to detail.
Communicates well with remote Australian engineering teams.
Can work independently and meet project deadlines.
Takes initiative and enjoys solving technical drafting challenges.
How to Apply

If you're interested in this opportunity, please submit the following:

Updated CV/Resume
Portfolio showcasing your mechanical drafting or piping design work (preferred projects include water treatment, industrial, or infrastructure projects)

After submitting your application, please complete our short Personality Assessment using the link below:

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Applications without a CV and portfolio will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants who complete the personality assessment will proceed to the next stage of the hiring process.

Screening Questions
How many years of experience do you have as a Mechanical Drafter or Piping Drafter?
Have you worked with Australian engineering or construction clients?
Do you have experience interpreting Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)?
Do you have experience interpreting Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)?
Do you have experience producing Material Take-Offs (MTOs) or Bills of Materials (BOMs)?
Have you worked on water treatment, wastewater, or pump station projects?
Are you familiar with Australian Standards for mechanical or piping systems?
Which drafting software are you most proficient in?
Do you have experience preparing:
Piping General Arrangement (GA) Drawings?
Piping Layout Drawings?
Piping Isometric Drawings?
Fabrication Drawings?
What is your expected monthly salary (PHP)?

Work Location: Permanent Remote (Work From Home)

Schedule: Australian Morning Shift | Monday–Friday