Production Engineer

The Production engineer is fully accountable for all fabrication outputs . This is a hands-on leadership role: you will manage the factory floor, direct in-house fabricators and subcontract labour, read and interpret AutoCAD shop drawings, ensure on-time delivery of fabricated elements to site, and maintain zero-defect quality standards throughout. You are the single point of accountability for everything that leaves the factory gate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fabrication Management

• Own end-to-end factory production: cutting, machining, assembly, and finishing of aluminium and glass elements.
• Read, interpret, and distribute AutoCAD shop drawings, cutting lists, optimisation lists, and assembly schedules to the fabrication team.
• Plan and schedule production sequences to meet project delivery milestones set by the Projects Manager.
• Coordinate CNC machine programming and operation; troubleshoot equipment issues to minimise downtime.
• Manage raw material consumption against the Materials Take-Off (MTO) and flag shortfalls to Procurement in advance.

Quality Control & Sign-Off

• Perform and document pre-delivery QC inspections on all fabricated items against approved shop drawing dimensions and tolerances.
• Sign off each batch before dispatch to site — you are accountable for dimensional accuracy, finish quality, and completeness.
• Raise and resolve non-conformance reports (NCRs); drive root-cause analysis and corrective action for recurring defects.
• Ensure factory housekeeping, tool calibration, and waste management comply with company and client standards.

Team & Subcontractor Management

• Supervise, assign, and appraise in-house fabricators; identify training needs and escalate HR matters to the Projects Manager.
• Manage subcontract fabrication teams on-site and in the factory; enforce attendance, output, and quality targets.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and enforce PPE and factory safety rules at all times.

Cost Tracking & Reporting

• Track factory costs (labour hours, material usage, overtime, consumables) and report actuals to the Accounts & Finance Manager monthly.
• Work with QS & Estimation In Charge to reconcile fabricated quantities against the BOQ for monthly progress billing.
• Flag cost overruns, waste, and rework costs to the Projects Manager promptly.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Liaise with Design In Charge to clarify drawing queries, request revisions, and confirm site measurements before cutting.
• Coordinate with Procurement & Project Coordinator on material delivery schedules, supplier lead times, and inventory levels.
• Provide weekly production status updates to the Projects Manager; attend project progress meetings as required.
• Support the Site Supervisor during installation by ensuring elements are correctly labelled, packed, and sequenced for delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent trade qualification).

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in aluminium fabrication, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or production-lead role.
• Proven track record managing factory output for facade, curtain wall, window, or glazing projects in the UAE or GCC.
• Hands-on experience with aluminium systems from brands such as Gutmann, Technal, Schüco, or equivalent.
• Experience operating or overseeing CNC cutting centres, milling machines, and crimping equipment.

Technical Skills

• Ability to read and interpret detailed AutoCAD shop drawings, cutting lists, and assembly instructions independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for production scheduling, cutting optimisation sheets, and cost tracking.
• Familiarity with material optimisation software (e.g., Orgadata LogiKal, or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Working knowledge of factory safety regulations applicable in the UAE.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership presence — able to maintain discipline and output on a busy factory floor.
• Detail-oriented with a zero-defect quality mindset; does not release substandard work.
• Proactive communicator who escalates risks early rather than absorbing delays silently.
• Physically fit and comfortable spending extended periods on the factory floor and, when required, on construction sites.

Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED7,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Ability to read MTO and GOT

Experience:

• Aluminim Production: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• Engilsh (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Engineering (Preferred)

Work Location: In person