Junior Facade Designer

Azizi Developments; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Azizi Industries, the manufacturing arm of Azizi Developments in the UAE, seeks a Junior Facade Designer to translate architectural intent into production-ready drawings for aluminum and glass facades. You will draft 2D/3D drawings, supporting fabrication and site coordination to ensure precision and compliance with UAE codes.

This entry-to-junior level role requires 1–3 years of facade detailing experience, strong reading of plans, and fluent English communication for cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Structural Engineering.
• 1–3 years of experience in aluminum and glass facade detailing, structural glazing, or architectural metals.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) for cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Draft 2D and basic 3D technical drawings for curtain wall systems using AutoCAD.
• Prepare assembly drawings, cut lists, and BOQ for factory production.
• Review tender drawings, structural calculations, and consultant specs with senior designers.
• Coordinate with procurement and production to verify profiles, glass specs, and thermal performance.
• Adjust designs based on site measurements, production constraints, and QA/QC feedback.
• Maintain organized drawing logs, submittals, and revision histories across projects.

Skills

Reading architectural plans

Communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

LogiKal

Orgadata

Window

THERM

Job description

Azizi Industries is the manufacturing arm of Azizi Developments, one of the UAE’s leading private real estate developers. Our integrated factories cover GRC, pods, steel and cut-and-bend, joinery, aluminium, ready-mix concrete, modular and duct manufacturing, rebar rolling, marble, precast and fit-out. By bringing these capabilities in-house, we strengthen quality control, improve construction efficiency and bring properties to market faster. Join a results-driven environment where your expertise contributes directly to landmark developments across the UAE.

As a Junior Facade Designer supports the technical engineering team in preparing detailed architectural shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and structural concepts for aluminum and glass facade systems. This entry-to-junior level role is responsible for translating architectural intent into production-ready technical drawings compliant with UAE building codes and project specs.

Key Responsibilities

• Detailing & Drafting: Draft 2D and basic 3D technical drawings for curtain wall systems, unitized facades, aluminum cladding, skylights, windows, and doors using AutoCAD and BIM software.
• Fabrication Support: Prepare precise assembly and installation drawings, cutting lists, and material take-offs (BOQ) for factory production.
• Architectural Review: Assist senior designers in analyzing architectural tender drawings, structural calculations, and consultant specifications.
• Material Coordination: Coordinate with factory procurement and production teams to verify profiles, glass specifications, accessories, and thermal performance requirements.
• Site & Production Liaison: Adjust designs based on site measurements, production constraints, and QA/QC feedback.
• Document Control: Maintain organized drawing logs, submittals, and revision histories across multiple active projects.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Structural Engineering.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in aluminum and glass facade detailing, structural glazing, or architectural metals (fresh graduates with relevant coursework/internships considered).
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of facade system mechanics, thermal performance, waterproofing, wind-load principles, and joinery details.
• Drawing Accuracy: Strong ability to read architectural plans, sections, structural drawings, and civil details.
• Communication: Fluency in English (written and spoken) for cross-functional teamwork.

Software & Tool Proficiency:

Drafting & CAD

AutoCAD 2D/3D (Required)

BIM & Modeling

Analysis / Nesting

LogiKal / Orgadata, Window / THERM (Bonus)