Senior Mechanical Designer

Rofo Trading; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a highly skilled Senior Designer with extensive experience in sheet metal design and vehicle modification. The ideal candidate will lead design processes from concept to production, develop 2D/3D designs, and collaborate closely with engineering and production teams. A strong proficiency in industry-standard software like AutoCAD and SolidWorks is mandatory, along with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in sheet metal fabrication or related engineering fields.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes such as bending, welding, laser cutting.
• Ability to convert physical parts into accurate 3D CAD data using reverse engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for sheet metal components.
• Lead design activities from concept development to final release.
• Conduct feasibility studies, material selection, and structural evaluations.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Solid Edge

Geomagic Design X

EinScan HX

Sheet metal fabrication

Reverse engineering

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled *Senior Designer* with strong experience in *sheet metal design, vehicle modification, and reverse engineering*. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on expertise in creating detailed 2D/3D designs, developing fabrication‑ready drawings, and leading design processes from concept to production. You will be working closely with our engineering and production teams to deliver high‑quality and practical design solutions.

• Develop accurate *2D drawings and 3D models* for sheet metal components, assemblies, and full vehicle modification projects.
• Lead design activities from concept development to final release for manufacturing.
• Conduct feasibility studies, material selection, surface modeling, and structural evaluations.
• Create fabrication‑ready drawings with proper GD&T, tolerances, and BOMs.
• Work with the production team to resolve design challenges and ensure manufacturability.
• Perform *reverse engineering* using 3D scanning tools and point‑cloud processing software.
• Collaborate with internal teams on project planning, timelines, and quality standards.
• Review, approve, and guide junior designers, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain design documentation, revision control, and project tracking.

Skills

• Strong proficiency in the following software is *mandatory*:
• *AutoCAD*
• *SolidWorks*
• *Solid Edge*
• *Geomagic Design X* (Reverse Engineering)
• *EinScan HX* (3D Scanner & Reverse Engineering workflows)
• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience* in sheet metal fabrication, automotive/vehicle modification, or related engineering fields.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes such as bending, welding, laser cutting, machining, and assembly.
• Experience working with commercial vehicles, off‑road vehicles, or custom modifications is highly preferred.
• Ability to convert physical parts into accurate 3D CAD data using reverse engineering tools.
• Good knowledge of engineering principles, material behavior, and design standards.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Preferred Attributes

• Ability to work independently and lead design tasks.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high‑quality output.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team‑oriented mindset with a proactive approach.