Principal Mechanical Engineer for Autonomous UAVs (Dubai)

Kaizen Resourcing Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 379,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

On-site in Dubai

Job summary

Kaizen Resourcing in Dubai seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to own mechanical architecture from concept through production on next-generation autonomous platforms.

This hands-on role leads complex design, drives DfM and production readiness, mentors engineers, and collaborates with systems, electronics, software and manufacturing teams to deliver robust solutions on site.

Relocation support is provided to enable a seamless transition.

Qualifications

• Minimum senior/principal mechanical engineering experience in UAV/aerospace or robotics.
• Hands-on ownership from concept to production is required.
• Expert CAD experience with SolidWorks/Creo and familiarity with PLM/PDM systems.

Responsibilities

• Own mechanical architecture from concept to production.
• Lead hands-on mechanical design for complex products.
• Drive DfM and production readiness across programs.
• Collaborate with systems, electronics, software and manufacturing teams.
• Provide mentorship and uphold engineering standards.

Skills

UAV experience

Robotics

Electromechanical

CAD software

PLM/PDM

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Windchill

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity in Dubai for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join an innovative technology business developing next-generation autonomous and unmanned platforms for demanding real-world applications.

This is a highly hands-on role with responsibility for mechanical architecture, detailed design, and product development - ideal for an engineer who wants to stay close to the technical work while having significant influence over the overall product.

Salary: Up to 40,000 AED per month.

On-site working: Dubai, UAE.

Relocation support provided.

The role

• Own mechanical architecture from concept through to production.
• Lead hands-on mechanical design and development of complex products.
• Drive DfM, design quality and production readiness.
• Work closely with systems, electronics, software and manufacturing teams.
• Solve complex mechanical engineering challenges and make key technical decisions.
• Help establish engineering standards, processes, and PLM/PDM systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers.

Required skills

• Strong background in complex UAV, aerospace, robotics, or electromechanical products.
• Significant experience in senior/principal hands-on mechanical engineering roles.
• Expert-level SolidWorks, Creo, or similar CAD experience.
• Experience working with complex autonomous systems.
• Strong DfM and product development experience.
• Experience with PLM/PDM systems (Windchill or similar).
• A genuinely hands-on engineer who enjoys taking ownership from concept to production.

If you're a hands-on Principal Mechanical Engineer looking for significant technical ownership and the chance to work on next-generation autonomous technology, we would love to hear from you.