Senior CAD Technician

Summary

Join our client, an architecture and interior design studio in Dubai, as a Senior CAD Technician. You will produce detailed CAD drawings, especially custom joinery and millwork, based on design team inputs. Collaborate with designers to refine details and ensure constructability. Review sub-consultant drawings for coordination and maintain CAD standards. Proactively flag material junction issues and code conflicts. Ensure compliance with local building codes and international best practices. This role requires strong CAD skills, experience in interior design, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a full-time schedule with temporary work-from-home options.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience for mid-level, and 5 to 6 years for senior-level roles as a CAD Technician in an interior design, architecture, or fit-out studio
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is a must
• Strong understanding of materials, construction techniques, and interior detailing
• Able to spot and correct errors in technical details, especially in material junctions and joinery
• Familiarity with local UAE regulations and international standards for design documentation
• Clear communicator with a collaborative spirit and a solution-oriented mindset
• High level of professional integrity, taking ownership and responsibility of your work
• Works well under pressure and meets deadlines efficiently
• Background in architecture, environmental design, or interior design
• Excellent communication, time management and multitasking skills
• Positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Understands mechanical system and basic needs including, but not limited to; ductwork, thermostat locations, air returns and output grills and locations, baseboard heating, sprinkler needs types of heads, etc
• Understands Architectural and Structural needs such as beams, columns, bearing walls tying elements to structure, etc
• Has a good knowledge of product details and applications
• Be able to fluently discuss methods of construction and correct uses in Interiors and Installation methods

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed, accurate CAD drawings—especially custom joinery and millwork—based on sketches, design intent drawings from the design team
• Interpret 3D visuals, mood boards, and conceptual sketches into fully resolved technical packages
• Collaborate with designers to refine details, ask the right questions, and ensure clarity and feasibility in construction
• Review sub-consultant drawings (MEP, structural, acoustic, etc.) for coordination, integrating inputs into unified drawing sets
• Maintain and improve CAD standards across the studio to ensure consistency, legibility, and compliance
• Flag any material junction issues, constructability concerns, or code conflicts proactively to the design and technical team
• Ensure full alignment with local building codes, international best practices, and project-specific compliance requirements
• Stay responsive during working hours via email, Microsoft Teams, and WhatsApp to support seamless team collaboration
• Support integration with Revit/BIM where applicable (bonus skill)
• Awareness of scope, deliverables, and timelines of their projects

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Revit/BIM is a strong bonus

Benefits

• Full time
• Monday to Friday - 9 am to 6 pm PH time
• Cebu - Temporary Work from Home