Facade Designer

GLASS WALL SYSTEMS; Mumbai; On-site; INR 850,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Job summary

Glass Wall Systems (I) Pvt. Ltd. in Mumbai is seeking a Facade Designer to develop detailed facade concepts for commercial, residential and institutional projects.

This full-time, on-site role requires alignment with architectural intent, performance criteria and local codes. You will prepare and review shop drawings, coordinate with project managers, structural engineers and fabrication teams, perform design calculations, select materials, and support manufacturing and installation while

Qualifications

• Strong skills in facade design for complex building envelopes.
• Experience with cladding and glazing detailing and material selection.
• Experience preparing and interpreting shop drawings and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in CAD and facade/3D tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino).
• Knowledge of building codes, standards, and safety regulations for facades.
• Good communication and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review shop drawings and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, structural engineers, and fabrication teams.
• Perform design calculations and material selection for facade systems.
• Provide design support during manufacturing and installation phases.
• Participate in design meetings and maintain documentation for standards.

Skills

Facade design

Cladding glazing

Shop drawings

CAD tools

Building codes

Coordination

Detailing accuracy

Education

Architecture

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rhino

3D tools

Job description

Company Description Glass Wall Systems (I) Pvt. Ltd. is India’s leading facade fabricator, delivering turnkey architectural facade solutions that transform client concepts into built reality. The organization’s design, manufacturing, and project management facilities are among the most advanced in the country. Headquartered in Mumbai, the company maintains a strong presence across major Indian cities including Bangalore, Delhi NCR, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, and Pune. Glass Wall Systems has also expanded internationally to the USA, Australia, Qatar, and Sri Lanka, providing a full range of glazing systems and custom architectural metal works. Team members join a growing, innovation-driven company working on high-profile projects in India and overseas.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Facade Designer role based in Mumbai. The Facade Designer will develop detailed facade design concepts and solutions for commercial, residential, and institutional projects, ensuring alignment with architectural intent, performance requirements, and local regulations. Daily responsibilities include preparing and reviewing shop drawings, coordinating cladding and glazing details, and collaborating with project managers, structural engineers, and fabrication teams to resolve technical issues. The role involves performing design calculations, material selection, and constructability reviews, as well as providing design support during manufacturing and installation phases. The Facade Designer will also participate in design meetings, maintain documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement of design standards and best practices.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Facade and Facade Design for complex building envelopes.
• Candidates should possess skills in Cladding and Glazing, including detailing and material selection.
• Candidates should possess skills in preparing and interpreting Shop Drawings and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in CAD and relevant design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino or similar facade/3D tools).
• Good understanding of structural behavior, building physics, and performance criteria for facades.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes, standards, and safety regulations for facade systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and coordination abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Diploma or degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Prior experience in facade or curtain wall design with fabrication or construction companies is an advantage.