Facade Designer

Careers International; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Careers International is seeking an experienced façade design engineer to prepare detailed drawings for curtain walls, aluminium cladding, windows and skylights. You will create 2D/3D models, develop drawings from architectural plans and coordinate with production, procurement and site teams to ensure smooth design-to-execution handoffs.

The role requires UAE façade design experience (aluminium and glass), strong detailing skills, proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with other tools (Revit,

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 35 years of UAE experience in façade design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; knowledge of Revit Rhino or SolidWorks is an advantage.
• Familiarity with façade systems, aluminium profiles and fabrication techniques.
• Strong understanding of architectural detailing and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Good communication skills in English and ability to coordinate with internal teams and clients.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed shop drawings, fabrication drawings and as-built drawings for façade systems (curtain walls, aluminum cladding, windows, doors, skylights).
• Create 2D and 3D models using AutoCAD and other design software as required.
• Develop technical drawings based on architectural plans, structural drawings and project specifications.
• Coordinate with production, procurement, site and estimation teams to ensure smooth transition from design to execution.
• Review architectural and structural drawings to extract information for façade design; revise designs per consultant/client comments.
• Apply knowledge of façade systems to select materials and assess performance, aesthetics and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety codes and project requirements; prepare submittals and coordinate design approvals from consultants.
• Provide design-related support to the site team during installation and resolve design conflicts during pre-construction.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

Degree/Diploma in Architecture or Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

SolidWorks

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Design & Drafting:

• Prepare detailed shop drawings fabrication drawings and as-built drawings for façade systems including curtain walls aluminium cladding windows doors skylights etc.
  

• Create 2D and 3D models using AutoCAD and other design software as required
  

• Develop technical drawings based on architectural plans structural drawings and project specifications
  

Technical Coordination:

• Coordinate with the production procurement site and estimation teams to ensure smooth transition from design to execution
  

• Review architectural and structural drawings to extract necessary information for façade design
  

• Incorporate consultant/client comments and revise designs accordingly
  

Material & System Knowledge:

• Apply knowledge of different façade systems such as stick unitized structural glazing ACP cladding spider glazing etc.
  

• Assist in selecting appropriate materials and systems based on performance aesthetics and cost-effectiveness
  

Documentation & Compliance:

• Ensure that all designs comply with industry standards safety codes and project-specific requirements
  

• Prepare technical submittals and coordinate for design approvals from consultants
  

• Maintain version control and documentation for all design outputs
  

Problem Solving & Support:

• Provide design-related support to the site team during installation and mock-up reviews
  

• Identify and resolve potential design conflicts or challenges during the pre-construction phase
  

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Architecture Civil Engineering or related field
  

• 35 years of UAE experience in façade design (aluminium and glass industry)
  

• Proficiency in AutoCAD is a must; knowledge of Revit Rhino or SolidWorks is an advantage
  

• Familiarity with façade systems aluminium profiles and fabrication techniques
  

• Strong understanding of architectural detailing and construction methods
  

• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
  

• Good communication skills in English; ability to coordinate with internal teams and clients
  

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail