Automotive Design Engineer - SolidWorks Specialist

Naffco; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Naffco in Dubai seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong automotive focus to drive SolidWorks-based 3D modeling and detailed drawings. You will coordinate with engineering and sales to produce accurate BOMs and compliant drawings.

You will collaborate across engineering and production, ensure GD&T adherence, and support clients with technical guidance in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in automotive design with emphasis on SolidWorks.
• Proficient in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, 2D drafting and assembly design.
• Strong understanding of automotive systems (chassis, powertrain, body structures) and GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

• Attend job kickoff meetings and review engineering and sales inputs to determine data requirements.
• Finalize preliminary drawings, load calculations, and prepare BOQs, drawings, and calculations.
• Communicate with involved departments to identify optimal design solutions for materials or production issues.
• Pre-approve material orders and participate in materials checking and inspection processes.
• Attend inspections and testing of products on level 2 and 3 projects; provide technical assistance as needed.

Skills

3D modeling

2D drafting

assembly design

GD&T

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Naffco in Dubai seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer with a strong automotive focus to drive SolidWorks-based 3D modeling and detailed drawings. You will coordinate with engineering and sales to produce accurate BOMs and compliant drawings.

You will collaborate across engineering and production, ensure GD&T adherence, and support clients with technical guidance in a fast-paced automotive environment.