Engineering Projects Officer CAD Specialist

About the role

The Engineering Projects team at Emirates evaluates, specifies, and negotiates aircraft acquisitions, overseeing everything from initial assessment to final delivery. As a CAD Specialist, you will support the team by creating accurate interior layouts, 3D models, and technical drawings for new aircraft projects, focusing on cabin interiors, inflight entertainment, and avionics.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse product data, technical specifications, and performance metrics during aircraft evaluation.
• Extract and adapt project information from existing baseline programs and industry trends.
• Develop 2D drawings and 3D models using AutoCAD and other CAD tools for cabin interior designs, floor plans, and passenger arrangement layouts.
• Create and maintain a digital repository of cabin interior templates and components.
• Support IT enhancements, workflow automation, and data integrity for fleet expansion projects.
• Conduct engineering studies, field data collection, and generate visual aids for technical documentation.
• Investigate cabin item issues, propose engineering solutions, and communicate findings across internal departments.

Required profile

• Experience with CAD software in an aviation or related engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of aircraft interior design standards, regulatory requirements, and safety considerations.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and translate them into accurate drawings and models.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• Rhino (optional)
• Blender (optional)

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile aircraft projects for a leading airline.
• Collaborative environment with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art design tools and digital resources.