Engineer Design & Modeling Full-time Job

Key Responsibilities:

Define system and subsystem functional and interface requirements.

Develop design concepts and prototypes to confirm requirements and user needs.

Develop solution alternatives and conduct trade studies in order to make the most appropriate design decision.

Research material and component costs and availability.

Assess and document design risks.

Assist the Senior Engineer, Mechanical in presenting designs at technical reviews.

Create CAD models and detailed drawings, and create associated parts lists.

Estimate material, component and assembly costs.

Develop design schedules and provide progress status metrics.

Integrate, or support integration of designs into higher level assemblies.

Balance cost, performance, quality, reliability, testability and manufacturability in the overall design.

Make use of and apply best practise techniques, standards, principle, theories and concepts.

Test produced designs or support tests against established test plans or criteria.

Learn, understand and comply with applicable contractual obligations and established AL TAIF Quality and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards.

Maintain the confidentiality and security of all company information.

Support other members of the Engineering Department in fulfilling their roles.

Perform other duties as required by their line manager and the Director, Engineering.

Experience and Education:

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is required.

A minimum of one year of experience in the development of specific automotive subsystems is required.

Proficiency in CAD and CAE tools for design, linear and non-linear modelling, simulation and analysis is required; in CREO and ANSYS is preferred.

Previous experience with military tactical, combat or support ground vehicles is an advantage.

The ability to work in a fast paced, team orientated environment on multiple discipline projects with changing priorities and schedules is required.

Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office software and CMMS is preferred.

Launched in November 2019, the UAEs EDGE is one of the worlds leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to establishing the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly-skilled talent to thrive. With a focus on the adoption of 4IR technologies, EDGE is driving the development of sovereign capabilities for global export and for the preservation of national security, working with front-line operators, international partners, and adopting advanced technologies such as autonomous capabilities, cyber-physical systems, advanced propulsion systems, robotics and smart materials. EDGE converges R&D, emerging technologies, digital transformation, and commercial market innovations with military capabilities to develop disruptive solutions tailored to the specific requirements of its customers. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE, EDGE consolidates more than 20 entities into four core clusters: Platforms & Systems, Missiles & Weapons, Electronic Warfare & Cyber Technologies, and Trading & Mission Support.