Technical Assistant (CAD)

THINKSCAPE Design; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design studio is seeking a Technical Assistant in Kuala Lumpur to prepare and develop detailed technical drawings using CAD. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, possess a Diploma/Degree in Architecture or Interior Design, and demonstrate strong organizational skills along with attention to detail. This position also involves collaboration with interior designers to ensure compliance with project standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as Technical Assistant, Draughtman, or similar role.
• Well versed with CAD software.
• Good understanding of architecture/interior detailing.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop technical working drawings in CAD.
• Liaise with interior designers to gather design criteria.
• Ensure drawings comply with project standards and local regulations.
• Revise and update drawings based on feedback.
• Maintain organized drawing files.

Skills

Computer-aided design (CAD)

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Diploma/Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Description

THINKSCAPE is an award-winning design studio headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, dedicated to creating meaningful places, experiences, and value. With a focus on brand environments, we partner with clients to deliver innovative design solutions that help them thrive in the marketplace. Our work combines creativity and strategy to ensure impactful brand environments that truly work. We are committed to transforming spaces into purposeful and inspiring environments.

Job Overview

The Technical Assistant at Thinkscape is responsible in preparing and developing technical working drawings (in CAD) to support the interior designers in particular and studio in general. The role involves translating design concepts into detailed working drawings with specifications, dimensions and material specifications. Also to include continuously reviewing drawings with the interior designers to ensure full compliance with Thinkscape quality and regulatory standards at all stages of production.

Key Accountabilities

• Liaise with interior designers to gather design criterias and technical requirements.
• Indicate all dimensions, working details and finishing requirements in drawings.
• Prepare 2D technical drawings, plans, elevations, sections, and details using AutoCAD
• Ensure drawings comply with project standards, company guideline, and local regulation.
• Revise and update drawings based on design changes or client feedback.
• Maintain organized drawing files and document control.
• Apply understanding of construction drawings, materials, and technical standards.

Skills & Requirements

• A minimum 5 years working experience as Technical Assistant, Draughtman, or in any similar role.
• Well versed with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Possess Diploma/Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from locally/internationally recognised architectural/interior design institution.
• Have good understanding of architecture/interior detailing.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Experience in office/work places interior projects will be a bonus.
• Additional certification/training in related field will be a bonus.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Exhibit effective communication and teamwork skills.