3D Designer - Aluminum Facade and Curtain Wall Systems Job Snapshot - Role: 3D Designer - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Manufacturing - Function: CAD-Drafting - Experience: 3-5 years in aluminum fabrication, facade or construction design - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Azizi Developments is seeking an experienced 3D Designer specializing in aluminum facade systems, curtain walls and architectural metal works to support its design and fabrication activities in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will develop accurate 3D models, shop drawings, fabrication details, assembly drawings and installation documentation for aluminum curtain walls, windows, doors, cladding and related architectural aluminum components.
The role requires close coordination with Design Engineers, Draftsmen, Project Engineers and Production Teams to ensure technical accuracy, design compliance and manufacturability. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant 3D design experience within the aluminum fabrication, facade or construction industry, with strong knowledge of aluminum profiles, fabrication processes, assembly methods and installation requirements.
Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Manufacturing - Function: CAD-Drafting - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Key Responsibilities
3D Modeling and Design Development
- Develop detailed 3D models of aluminum facade systems and architectural aluminum components.
- Prepare accurate models for curtain wall systems, windows, doors and cladding.
- Create 3D visualizations to communicate design configurations and technical requirements.
- Interpret architectural, structural and engineering drawings to develop accurate models.
- Ensure model dimensions, component arrangements and technical details reflect approved project requirements.
- Maintain consistency between 3D models and supporting engineering documentation.
Shop Drawings and Fabrication Documentation
- Prepare detailed 3D shop drawings for aluminum facade and architectural metal works.
- Develop fabrication drawings based on approved designs and technical specifications.
- Prepare assembly drawings showing component arrangements and connections.
- Produce installation drawings to support site execution.
- Develop sections, elevations and detailed construction views.
- Prepare technical details for aluminum profiles, brackets, connections and fixing systems.
- Ensure drawings provide accurate information for fabrication, assembly and installation.
- Review drawing completeness and technical accuracy before submission.
Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Review architectural drawings to understand facade design requirements.
- Interpret structural drawings and relevant engineering details.
- Identify dimensions, interfaces and connection requirements.
- Translate technical information into accurate 3D models and production drawings.
- Verify consistency between design documents and prepared models.
- Identify missing information or discrepancies requiring technical clarification.
Aluminum Facade and Architectural Metal Works
- Develop design details for aluminum curtain wall systems.
- Prepare models and drawings for aluminum windows and doors.
- Support the design documentation of aluminum cladding systems.
- Develop technical details for architectural aluminum components.
- Consider aluminum profile configurations and assembly requirements.
- Incorporate relevant brackets, connections and fixing arrangements into design documentation.
- Ensure prepared drawings reflect applicable fabrication and installation methods.
Engineering and Production Coordination
- Coordinate with Design Engineers to verify technical requirements.
- Work with Draftsmen to maintain consistency across design documentation.
- Liaise with Project Engineers regarding installation and project-specific requirements.
- Coordinate with Production Teams to ensure drawings are suitable for manufacturing.
- Clarify fabrication and assembly requirements with relevant personnel.
- Address technical queries arising during production preparation.
- Support effective communication between design, engineering and fabrication teams.
Design Accuracy and Technical Compliance
- Ensure 3D models and drawings comply with approved project specifications.
- Verify design details against approved architectural and engineering drawings.
- Consider applicable industry standards during design development.
- Review component arrangements for technical accuracy.
- Check aluminum profile details, brackets and fixing systems.
- Identify potential design inconsistencies and technical discrepancies.
- Coordinate necessary corrections with relevant engineering teams.
- Maintain accurate technical documentation throughout design development.
Clash Identification and Technical Problem-Solving
- Identify potential clashes between aluminum facade components and associated building elements.
- Review models for connection and installation conflicts.
- Highlight technical issues affecting fabrication or assembly.
- Coordinate with engineers to develop appropriate solutions.
- Incorporate agreed technical modifications into revised drawings.
- Support the resolution of design issues before fabrication or installation.
- Help minimize drawing-related errors and production rework.
Design Revisions and Consultant Coordination
- Review client comments on submitted drawings and models.
- Incorporate consultant feedback into design documentation.
- Update drawings according to approved engineering requirements.
- Revise 3D models to reflect technical modifications.
- Maintain consistency between revised models and related drawings.
- Coordinate design changes with engineering and production personnel.
- Ensure updated drawings accurately reflect the latest approved requirements.
Fabrication and Installation Support
- Provide accurate technical drawings to fabrication teams.
- Clarify aluminum component dimensions and assembly requirements.
- Support production personnel with relevant 3D design information.
- Prepare installation details for site execution.
- Assist engineering teams in resolving drawing-related fabrication issues.
- Ensure technical documentation supports efficient manufacturing and installation activities.
Drawing Documentation and Revision Control
- Maintain organized records of 3D models and technical drawings.
- Apply appropriate revision control to design documentation.
- Update drawing records following approved modifications.
- Ensure revised files are clearly identified.
- Maintain consistency between models, shop drawings and fabrication details.
- Support accurate retrieval and distribution of technical documentation.
- Keep design files organized throughout project development.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor 's degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related technical discipline.
Professional Experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in 3D design within the aluminum fabrication, facade or construction industry.
- Experience preparing 3D models and technical drawings for construction or fabrication projects.
- Experience with aluminum curtain walls, cladding, windows, doors and architectural metal works is preferred.
- Strong understanding of aluminum profiles, fabrication processes, assembly and installation methods.
- Ability to interpret architectural, structural and technical drawings.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
3D Design and Drafting
- Detailed 3D modeling and visualization.
- Shop drawing preparation.
- Fabrication drawing development.
- Assembly and installation drawings.
- Technical sections and elevations.
- Component and connection detailing.
- Interpretation of architectural and engineering drawings.
- Drawing revisions and document control.
Aluminum Facade Systems
- Aluminum curtain wall systems.
- Aluminum windows and doors.
- Architectural aluminum cladding.
- Aluminum profiles and associated components.
- Brackets, connections and fixing systems.
- Architectural metal works.
- Fabrication and assembly requirements.
- Installation methods and technical detailing.
Design Coordination and Quality
- Design accuracy and technical verification.
- Coordination with engineering and drafting teams.
- Fabrication and production drawing support.
- Identification of design clashes.
- Resolution of technical drawing discrepancies.
- Compliance with approved project specifications.
- Incorporation of client and consultant comments.
- Design file management and revision control.
Professional Competencies
- Strong technical drawing and visualization skills.
- Excellent attention to dimensional accuracy and design details.
- Ability to interpret complex architectural and engineering drawings.
- Practical understanding of aluminum fabrication and installation.
- Effective coordination with engineers, draftsmen and production teams.
- Strong analytical and technical problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to identify design clashes and propose solutions.
- Good organizational and documentation management skills.
- Ability to manage drawing revisions and technical feedback.
- Commitment to design quality and accurate fabrication documentation.
About Azizi Developments
Azizi Developments is a Dubai-based private real estate developer with residential and commercial projects across the United Arab Emirates. The company follows a construction-driven approach supported by integrated design, engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The 3D Designer will contribute to aluminum facade and architectural metal works activities by preparing accurate technical models, fabrication drawings and installation details that support engineering coordination, manufacturing and project execution.