# CAD Operator — Confidential Careers

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4468998816-cad-operator
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Type: full_time · Level: mid
Monthly salary: AED 8,820 to 13,720 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-09-23
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## Description

Job purpose:

To produce detailed designs and drawings for complex mechanical and electronic systems, ensuring manufacturability and adherence to configuration control.

Key Responsibilities:

Design drawings for mechanical and electronic systems

• Recreate and develop accurate 3D models and assemblies using Solidworks. Have a good understanding of Tolerance analysis, Motion kinematics & mechanical joints.

• Prepare interface control drawings (ICDs) and ensure alignment with system engineering requirements. Provide input into the design of internal wiring looms and electronic unit layouts.

• Having good understanding of 3D scanning and high-resolution mesh data capture for accurate reverse engineering and dimensional analysis.

• Process scan data and perform Scan-to-CAD using Geomagic Design X.

• Prepare assembly drawings, BOMs, and detailed manufacturing drawings.

• Apply geometric dimensioning & tolerance [JB1] in accordance with ASME Y14.5 and ISO 2768.

• Understand mechanical fits, clearances, interfaces, and assembly requirements.

• Develop welded structures/ Sheet metal assemblies and fabrication drawings, including welding symbols ISO 2553 in accordance with ISO 13920 requirements.

• Understand different CNC machining and manufacturing methods, including milling, turning, drilling, precision grinding, etc.

• Support prototype manufacturing, physical fitment, trial assembly, and dimensional validation.

• Work with manufacturing, fabrication, inspection, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.

• Ensuring manufacturability

• Collaborate closely with mechanical and electronic engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and supplier compatibility.

• Engage with manufacturers to understand their capabilities and ensure designs align with their machinery and processes.

• Apply deep knowledge of materials and surface treatment processes to ensure product durability and compliance with specifications.

• Adherence to configuration

• Develop and maintain parts breakdown structures (PBS) and ensure configuration control.

• Process engineering change proposals (ECPs) and update designs accordingly.

• Utilize the ERP or related system to manage configuration control and maintain an accurate database of parts and documentation.

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES:

• Extensive detailing experience, preferably in the military or defence sector.

• Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks.

• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier capabilities.

• Knowledge of various metal types and surface treatment procedures.

• Familiarity with configuration control and engineering change proposal processes.

• Experience in developing and interpreting parts breakdown structures and interface control drawings.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with manufacturers and suppliers.

• Appreciation and understanding of electronic systems and wiring looms.

• Experience with the ERP or related system for configuration control is highly advantageous.

• Relevant technical diploma or degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

• Relevant technical diploma or degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

• Certification in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software (advantageous).

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in detailed design and drafting in the defense or military sector.

• Strong background in manufacturing processes and materials science.

• Organizational ability.

• Problem-solving.

• Teamwork.

• Customer Focus.

• Accountability.

• Effective Communication.

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## Requirements

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES:
- Extensive detailing experience, preferably in the military or defence sector.
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks.
- Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and supplier capabilities.
- Knowledge of various metal types and surface treatment procedures.
- Familiarity with configuration control and engineering change proposal processes.
- Experience in developing and interpreting parts breakdown structures and interface control drawings.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with manufacturers and suppliers.
- Appreciation and understanding of electronic systems and wiring looms.
- Experience with the ERP or related system for configuration control is highly advantageous.
- Relevant technical diploma or degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
- Certification in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software (advantageous).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in detailed design and drafting in the defense or military sector.
- Strong background in manufacturing processes and materials science.

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