AutoCAD Draftsman
/ Joinery Detailer
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIES
- Conduct detailed site dimension surveys and level verification before releasing drawings for production.
- Convert approved shop drawings into accurate workshop cutting lists, panel layouts and assembly instructions.
- Provide necessary technical information to factory supervisors, carpenters and CNC machine operators.
- Coordinate with the production team to clarify technical drawing requirements and resolve production-related design issues.
- Assist carpentry teams and site supervisors in resolving technical queries during fabrication and installation.
- Ensure drawing details are practical and suitable for manufacturing, assembly and site installation.
Analytical and Reporting Activities
- Assist in quantity take-offs, drawing-related quantity verification and variation requirements.
- Review technical requirements and identify potential discrepancies or coordination issues before production.
- Report technical, design or production-related issues to the Head of Projects & Fit-Out / Senior Designer Manager.
Compliance Activities
- Maintain structured drawing registers, revision logs and document control records.
- Maintain material submittals, technical data sheets, hardware samples and relevant client correspondence records.
- Ensure all drawings and technical documents are properly revised, approved and archived.
- Comply with applicable safety regulations, site structural requirements and internal quality management standards.
- Perform any other technical or coordination duties assigned by the Head of Projects & Fit-Out / Senior Designer Manager.
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BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Familiarity with parametric cabinet design, panel processing or CNC integration software such as PolyBoard, Cabinet Vision, Alphacam or WoodwOP is an advantage.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Knowledge of PDF markup and technical drawing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat is an advantage.
- Strong understanding of joinery materials, including solid wood, veneers, MDF, laminates, Corian and metal/glass inlays.
- Good knowledge of architectural and joinery hardware systems such as Blum, Hafele, Grass and similar products.
- Ability to prepare cutting lists, panel layouts and assembly instructions.
- Ability to conduct site measurements, dimension surveys and level verification.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing and installation requirements.
- Good knowledge of Mathematics, Science, Engineering and Architecture principles.
- Excellent technical drawing and detailing skills.
- Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and structural requirements.
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Ability to communicate in Arabic is an advantage.
- Ability to work across office, workshop and project-site environments.
- Good knowledge of quality requirements applicable to joinery and interior fit- out projects
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Woodworking Technology, or any related design/technical field.
- Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience in technical drafting, joinery detailing and coordination.
- Experience in a custom joinery, cabinetry, furniture manufacturing or interior fit-out environment is highly preferred.
- Practical experience in translating design concepts into fabrication-ready shop drawings is required.
- Experience in GCC countries is highly preferred.
- High proficiency in 2D AutoCAD and AutoCAD Architecture.
- Working knowledge of SketchUp, 3D Max, Rhino or Revit for complex joinery and design requirements.
Skills
- Strong eye for aesthetics, proportions and construction details.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under tight deadlines.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with clients, consultants and internal departments.
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
- Ability to handle technical queries and resolve problems effectively.
- Flexible and willing to support production and site teams when required.