Production Engineer (Aluminum, Glass & Steel Works)

Elliot Scott Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Production Engineer in Dubai to manage and control all factory floor production activities for aluminum and steel works. The role involves ensuring high-quality output, minimizing rework, and coordinating site teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production, or Civil Engineering and at least 8 years of experience in aluminum and steel fabrication. The position offers benefits such as annual leave and a return air ticket every two years.

Benefits

One month paid annual leave

Return air ticket every two years

Company-provided SIM card

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in aluminum & steel fabrication factories.
• Factory floor management experience.
• Proven experience working with European aluminum systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily factory production operations.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and project-based production plans.
• Ensure fabrication complies with aluminum systems standards.
• Coordinate with site teams to align factory output.

Skills

Strong factory leadership & planning skills

Deep technical knowledge of European aluminum systems

Excellent drawing interpretation

Quality-focused mindset

Problem-solving under production pressure

Clear communication with factory and site teams

Education

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelors Degree in Production / Industrial Engineering

Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Schüco

Reynaers

Alumil

Technal

Job description

Production Engineer

Department: Production
Reports To: Managing Partner
Location: Factory (Primary) Site Coordination (As Required)

Role Purpose

The Production Engineer is responsible for managing and controlling all factory floor production activities for aluminum and steel works ensuring fabrication is executed accurately efficiently and to European system standards in line with approved drawings production schedules and site requirements. This role is critical in maintaining high-quality output minimizing rework and ensuring smooth coordination between design factory and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Factory Floor Management (Primary Responsibility)
   • Lead and manage daily factory production operations for aluminum and steel works.
   • Allocate tasks priorities and manpower across fabrication teams.
   • Ensure production sequencing aligns with site installation schedules.
   • Monitor factory productivity and output efficiency.
2. Production Planning & Scheduling
   • Prepare daily weekly and project-based production plans.
   • Coordinate production priorities based on:
     • Site requirements
     • Delivery dates
     • Material availability
   • Optimize production flow to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
3. Drawing & Technical Control
   • Review approved shop drawings before fabrication.
   • Ensure strict adherence to latest approved drawings.
   • Coordinate with draughtsman on:
   • System details
   • Profiles
   • Tolerances
   • Prevent fabrication errors caused by drawing discrepancies.
4. Quality Control European System Standards
   • Enforce factory production checklists.
   • Ensure fabrication complies with aluminum systems standards including but not limited to:
     • Profile tolerances
     • Corner quality
     • Drainage design
     • Hardware and gasket installation
   • Reduce rework wastage and non-conformities.
   • Stop production if quality standards are not met.
5. Coordination with Site Team
   • Coordinate with the Site Supervisor to align factory output with site installation sequencing.
   • Ensure fabricated items are:
     • Properly labeled
     • Packed and protected
     • Delivered in correct installation order
   • Support site teams with technical clarifications when required.
6. Material & Resource Control
   • Coordinate with procurement for aluminum system profiles hardware and accessories.
   • Monitor material consumption and minimize wastage.
   • Report material shortages or issues proactively.
7. Factory Manpower Supervision
   • Supervise factory technicians fabricators and helpers.
   • Ensure skill-appropriate task allocation.
   • Identify training needs and skill gaps.
   • Maintain discipline productivity and safety standards.
8. Health Safety & Housekeeping
   • Enforce safety procedures and best practices on the factory floor.
   • Ensure machines tools and workstations are safe and organized.
   • Maintain a clean efficient production environment.
9. Reporting & Documentation
   • Prepare and submit:
     • Daily production reports
     • Weekly progress summaries
     • Quality and rejection reports
   • Maintain production records checklists and dispatch documentation.

Authority & Decision-Making

• Approve production sequencing and factory priorities.
• Stop fabrication for quality or technical non-compliance.
• Recommend process improvements and corrective actions.
• Escalate production risks or delays to management.

Key Interfaces

• Managing Partner / Operations Director
• Draughtsman / Design Team
• Site Supervisor
• Procurement & Logistics
• Factory Technicians & Fabricators

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelors Degree in Production / Industrial Engineering
• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent extensive hands‑on experience)

Experience

• Minimum 8 years experience in Aluminum & steel fabrication factories
• Factory floor management
• High-end aluminum systems
• Proven experience working with European aluminum systems such as:
  • Schüco
  • Reynaers
  • Alumil
  • Technal
  • Similar premium systems

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong factory leadership & planning skills
• Deep technical knowledge of European aluminum systems
• Excellent drawing interpretation
• Quality-focused mindset
• Problem-solving under production pressure
• Clear communication with factory and site teams

KPIs (Performance Indicators)

• On-time factory production output
• Reduction in rework and material wastage
• Productivity and efficiency of factory teams
• Smooth coordination with site installation teams

Benefits

Benefits: In addition to visa and medical insurance:

• One month paid annual leave
• Return air ticket every two years
• Company-provided SIM card