Principal CAD Designer Mechanical

Al Tariq; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family visa

Annual flight tickets

Medical insurance for dependents

Education allowances

Job summary

EDGE, headquartered in the UAE, is seeking a Principal CAD Designer Mechanical to drive mechanical design data packs, manufacturing drawings and harness documentation across Halcon products. The role requires Creo expertise, Windchill PLM experience, and leadership to mentor junior designers.

You will develop CAD models, manage data with Windchill, and create production tooling while ensuring compliance with industry standards and configuration control.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical CAD design, detailing, and manufacturing documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Creo and SolidWorks, including part modelling, assemblies, harnessing, sheet metal, and drawing modules.
• Strong knowledge of Windchill PLM, GD&T, BS 8888, ISO standards, and configuration management processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mechanical CAD models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and product data packs using Creo and SolidWorks.
• Create harness layouts, harness documentation, and detailed production drawings to support engineering and manufacturing activities.
• Manage CAD data, revisions, BOMs, and Engineering Change Requests/Notices within Windchill PLM and configuration-controlled environments.
• Design production tooling, jigs, and support equipment while providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers and draughtsmen.

Skills

Creo

SolidWorks

Windchill PLM

GD&T

ISO standards

Configuration management

Part modelling

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Windchill PLM (tool)

Job description

Job Description:

ABOUT EDGE

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives.

Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality.

Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped.

Together, we are shaping the future.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Principal CAD Designer Mechanical is responsible for developing, maintaining, and controlling mechanical design data packs, manufacturing drawings, and harness documentation across Halcon products.
The role requires advanced expertise in Creo, Windchill PLM, manufacturing documentation, and configuration management while supporting engineering development, production tooling, and mentoring junior designers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The successful candidate will ensure all design outputs meet applicable industry standards and are fully aligned with production and configuration control requirements.
• Develop and maintain mechanical CAD models, assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and product data packs using Creo and SolidWorks.
• Create harness layouts, harness documentation, and detailed production drawings to support engineering and manufacturing activities.
• Manage CAD data, revisions, BOMs, and Engineering Change Requests/Notices within Windchill PLM and configuration-controlled environments.
• Design production tooling, jigs, and support equipment while providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior designers and draughtsmen.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical CAD design, detailing, and manufacturing documentation.
• Advanced proficiency in Creo and SolidWorks, including part modelling, assemblies, harnessing, sheet metal, and drawing modules.
• Strong knowledge of Windchill PLM, GD&T, BS 8888, ISO standards, and configuration management processes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience within defence, aerospace, precision engineering, or other highly regulated industries.
Proven experience leading technical reviews, mentoring junior designers, and supporting continuous improvement within a Drawing Office environment.

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAEs EDGE is one of the worlds leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive.

At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.

Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax‑free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE.

Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.

EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.

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