Electrical BIM Intern

Tatu City, Kiambu County, Kenya on site Until 8/21/2026 0+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

The Electrical BIM Intern will support the electrical engineering team in preparing BIM-based electrical designs and drawings for Tatu City infrastructure and developments. The role involves assisting with modelling, drawing production, coordination, and documentation for ongoing projects under supervision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing and updating electrical BIM models for power distribution, lighting, earthing, and low-current systems.
  • Prepare electrical layouts, schematics, and detail drawings using BIM software.
  • Support coordination of electrical designs with architectural, civil, structural, and other MEP disciplines.
  • Update models and drawings based on engineer comments and site feedback.
  • Extract drawings, schedules, and quantities from BIM models as required.
  • Assist in clash detection and resolution under guidance of the Electrical Engineer or BIM Lead.
  • Ensure drawings and models comply with project standards, codes, and Tatu City design guidelines.
  • Maintain proper file management, drawing registers, and version control.
  • Attend internal coordination meetings and site inspections when required.
  • Provide general technical support to the electrical design team.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Undergraduate or recent graduate in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Basic understanding of electrical building services and power systems.
  • Knowledge of BIM tools, Autodesk Revit (MEP) and AutoCAD.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and reports.
  • Working independent with direction from the senior engineers.

Skills and Attributes

  • Willingness to learn and take technical direction.
  • Good attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Computer literacy.

 

Preferred (Advantage)

  • Exposure to AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, or similar tools.
  • Previous internship or attachment experience in electrical design and/or construction.
About this role

Summary

Assist in electrical BIM modeling, drawing, coordination, and documentation under supervision.

Job title

Electrical BIM Intern

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Tatu City, Kenya; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

bim toolsautodesk revitautoCADelectrical drawings

Preferred skills

autoCADrevitnavisworkselectrical design

Specializations

electricalbimautodesk revitautoCAD
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Tatu City, Kenya

On-site City