Architectural Engineering Trainee - CAD Design

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an Architectural Engineering Trainee - CAD Design in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on CAD drafting, technical drawings, and applying architectural engineering knowledge to real projects.

You will work under supervision with engineers, learning drafting standards and documentation procedures. The trainee will gain hands-on experience with CAD workflows, engineering documentation, and multidisciplinary project delivery in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Student currently enrolled in an accredited engineering program.
• Approximately 3+ years of study in Architectural Engineering.
• Basic working knowledge of CAD software required.
• Ability to interpret sketches, dimensions and technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing architectural and engineering drawings using CAD workstations.
• Learn drafting standards, drawing conventions and project documentation procedures.
• Develop basic layouts, assemblies and isometric drawings.
• Convert rough sketches into structured CAD drawings under supervision.
• Follow instructions from engineers and designers and maintain drawing accuracy.

Skills

Architectural engineering

CAD drafting

Technical drawing

Drawing layouts

Dimensional calculations

Engineering standards

English language

Project documentation

Education

Engineering degree enrollment

Tools

CAD software

PC software

Job description

Architectural Engineering Trainee - CAD Design Job Snapshot

Role: Architectural Engineering Trainee - CAD Design

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Architecture and Planning

Function: CAD-Drafting

Experience: Minimum 3 years of completed university studies

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Architectural Engineering Trainee - CAD Design in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is an Architecture and Planning opportunity for a Saudi National university student seeking practical exposure to architectural engineering, CAD drafting, technical drawings, engineering standards, and multidisciplinary project delivery. Parsons is hiring a Co-op Trainee to work alongside experienced engineering, construction, and cost management professionals while developing practical skills in drawing preparation, dimensional calculations, technical documentation, and design procedures.

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia City: Riyadh Industry: Architecture and Planning Function: CAD-Drafting Salary: 4000-7000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Saudi National Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Architectural Engineering Trainee will gain structured workplace experience within a professional engineering environment while supporting the preparation and development of technical drawings for active projects.

The role is designed to translate academic architectural engineering knowledge into practical design and drafting capability.

Working under professional supervision, the trainee will become familiar with CAD workflows, engineering documentation, applicable standards, dimensional calculations, and the procedures used to produce coordinated technical information for project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support preparation of architectural and engineering drawings using CAD workstations.
• Learn established drafting standards, drawing conventions, and project documentation procedures.
• Develop basic arrangements, layouts, assemblies, flow sheets, and related technical drawings.
• Convert rough sketches and preliminary engineering information into structured CAD drawings.
• Assist with preparation of isometric and dimensional information where applicable.
• Follow instructions provided by senior engineers, designers, and technical team members.
• Learn how engineering and architectural information is organized within multidisciplinary project documentation.
• Review technical manuals, project instructions, and design directives relevant to assigned work.
• Become familiar with applicable engineering standards and codes used by project teams.
• Develop awareness of ANSI requirements relevant to technical documentation.
• Gain introductory familiarity with PFI standards where applicable to project work.
• Learn the application of ASME requirements within relevant engineering and technical contexts.
• Assist with compiling technical information required for drawing production.
• Perform routine dimensional calculations under supervision.
• Check dimensions, references, notes, and basic drawing information before submission for review.
• Support revisions to drawings following engineering comments and design changes.
• Maintain drawing accuracy and consistency when incorporating markups.
• Follow company procedures for drawing preparation, checking, revision, and issue.
• Support coordination of drawing information with other disciplines when instructed.
• Develop familiarity with document numbering, revision control, and technical records.
• Learn how approved engineering information progresses from concept into coordinated project documentation.
• Assist with organizing technical data used by engineering and design teams.
• Use standard PC software to support engineering documentation and day-to-day project activities.
• Develop practical understanding of professional design office workflows.
• Observe how engineering, construction, and cost management teams coordinate project information.
• Participate in technical discussions and learning activities appropriate to the trainee role.
• Apply university knowledge to real project assignments under professional guidance.
• Maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and professional discipline when completing assigned tasks.
• Follow project quality requirements and company policies.
• Complete additional technical responsibilities appropriate to the training program and level of experience.

Ideal Profile

Candidates must currently be enrolled in an Engineering curriculum at an accredited college or university. The trainee should have completed approximately three or more years of study within an Architectural Engineering discipline. The position is suited to a Saudi National student seeking Co-op experience in architectural engineering, technical drafting, CAD, and professional project delivery.

Basic working knowledge of CAD software is required. Familiarity with other PC-based engineering software packages will support successful performance in the role.

Candidates should be comfortable interpreting basic sketches, dimensions, technical instructions, and engineering information.

An interest in architectural detailing, engineering drawings, design standards, and multidisciplinary coordination will be valuable.

The ability to learn established procedures and apply technical feedback accurately is important.

Strong attention to detail and willingness to develop professional drafting standards are expected.

English speaking and writing skills are required for communication, technical documentation, and interaction with project teams.

Skills Set

• Architectural engineering
• CAD
• CAD drafting
• Technical drawing
• Engineering drawings
• Architectural drawings
• Drawing layouts
• Basic arrangements
• Assemblies
• Isometric drawings
• Dimensional calculations
• Technical documentation
• Design information
• Engineering standards
• ANSI PFI ASME
• Drawing revisions
• Drawing markups
• Revision control
• Document control
• Engineering procedures
• Design standards
• Technical manuals
• Engineering calculations
• Architectural detailing
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• PC software
• Engineering software
• Project documentation
• Technical communication
• English language
• Design office workflows

Why Join Us

A Co-op placement provides an important transition between university study and professional engineering practice.

This Riyadh opportunity allows an Architectural Engineering student to gain direct experience with CAD drafting, technical standards, project documentation, and multidisciplinary design while working on real engineering assignments.

The role also provides early exposure to experienced engineering, construction, and cost management professionals, helping the trainee build practical capability, professional confidence, and a stronger foundation for a future career in architectural and engineering design.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, design, construction management, program management, and infrastructure services across major projects.

In Saudi Arabia, its multidisciplinary teams provide opportunities for emerging engineering professionals to gain practical exposure to design, technical documentation, project coordination, and large-scale project delivery.