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We're Hiring: Advanced Manufacturing Technology Manager Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Work Arrangement: Fully Remote About UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to advancing manufacturing technology, industrial automation, digital operations, and production excellence across diverse markets. Our teams collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, automation, robotics, quality, supply chain, IT, data, R&D, procurement, and commercial functions to develop and deploy scalable technologies that improve productivity, quality, flexibility, sustainability, and operational performance. The Role We are seeking an experienced Advanced Manufacturing Technology Manager to lead the evaluation, development, deployment, integration, and optimization of advanced manufacturing technologies. The ideal candidate will manage technology programs covering automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, advanced machining, digital manufacturing, computer vision, industrial IoT, artificial intelligence, advanced process control, simulation, and smart-factory solutions. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement advanced manufacturing technology strategies aligned with business and operational objectives. Establish technology roadmaps covering automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, intelligent equipment, and emerging production technologies. Identify manufacturing processes with opportunities for automation, digitalization, optimization, and technology transformation. Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies based on technical capability, scalability, cost, risk, and expected business value. Lead technology feasibility studies, proof-of-concept programs, pilots, demonstrations, and industrial trials. Develop business cases for advanced manufacturing investments, including capital requirements, productivity benefits, ROI, and payback. Lead technology projects from concept and design through implementation, commissioning, stabilization, and production handover. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across manufacturing, engineering, automation, IT, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and operations. Define functional, technical, process, safety, quality, and performance requirements for new technologies. Evaluate robotics, automated material handling, machine vision, autonomous systems, advanced controls, and intelligent production equipment. Support implementation of additive manufacturing, advanced machining, automated assembly, advanced forming, laser processing, and other emerging technologies where applicable. Develop and optimize automated production cells, lines, workstations, and manufacturing systems. Integrate automation technologies with MES, ERP, SCADA, PLC, DCS, robotics, manufacturing databases, and industrial communication networks. Lead smart-factory initiatives involving industrial IoT, connected equipment, real-time monitoring, and manufacturing analytics. Evaluate artificial intelligence and machine-learning applications for quality inspection, predictive maintenance, process optimization, production planning, and anomaly detection. Develop digital manufacturing models, simulations, digital twins, and virtual commissioning capabilities where appropriate. Analyze manufacturing data to identify bottlenecks, process variation, downtime, quality losses, and productivity opportunities. Establish technology performance standards, acceptance criteria, validation plans, and operational KPIs. Coordinate factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, qualification, and production release. Ensure new technologies are integrated safely and effectively into existing manufacturing operations. Assess the impact of technology implementation on processes, workforce requirements, equipment, facilities, quality, and supply chain. Develop standard operating procedures, work instructions, maintenance requirements, technology standards, and technical documentation. Coordinate technology transfer from R&D, engineering, suppliers, and technology partners into manufacturing operations. Support new-product introduction, process development, pilot production, scale-up, and manufacturing ramp-up. Work with product and process engineering teams to improve manufacturability, automation readiness, and process capability. Identify opportunities to reduce cycle time, labor requirements, scrap, rework, energy consumption, and production costs. Lead manufacturing debottlenecking and capacity-improvement initiatives. Evaluate flexible manufacturing technologies that support changing product mixes, volumes, customization, and customer requirements. Coordinate equipment and technology upgrades, retrofits, software changes, and engineering modifications. Manage technology suppliers, system integrators, equipment manufacturers, automation partners, and specialist contractors. Define supplier requirements, technical specifications, SLAs, warranties, service requirements, and performance standards. Monitor supplier performance, implementation quality, technical support, response times, and project delivery. Develop technology lifecycle strategies covering acquisition, deployment, upgrades, cybersecurity, support, obsolescence, and retirement. Ensure manufacturing technologies comply with applicable safety, regulatory, cybersecurity, quality, and environmental requirements. Conduct technology risk assessments and establish contingency and recovery plans for critical automated systems. Coordinate cybersecurity requirements for connected manufacturing equipment, industrial networks, and operational technology. Manage technology project budgets, capital expenditure, operating costs, resources, and schedules. Monitor project milestones, risks, dependencies, technical issues, and expected benefits. Establish technology governance, architecture standards, documentation requirements, and approval processes. Develop technology validation and performance-monitoring frameworks to ensure expected benefits are sustained. Train engineers, technicians, operators, supervisors, and support teams on new technologies and operating procedures. Develop competency frameworks and knowledge-transfer programs for advanced manufacturing systems. Promote Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, Industry 4.0, operational excellence, and continuous-improvement practices. Benchmark manufacturing technology capabilities against industry developments and leading practices. Monitor technology trends in robotics, AI, automation, additive manufacturing, machine vision, digital twins, and autonomous production. Build partnerships with universities, research organizations, technology companies, equipment suppliers, and innovation centers. Provide management with regular reports covering technology programs, investment, performance, risks, ROI, implementation progress, and improvement opportunities. Key Performance Indicators Advanced manufacturing projects delivered Technology roadmap execution Technology adoption rate Proof-of-concept success rate Pilot-to-production conversion rate Technology implementation cycle time Production ramp-up performance Automation utilization Manufacturing cycle-time reduction Production throughput improvement Capacity improvement Labor productivity improvement Overall equipment effectiveness Equipment availability Unplanned downtime reduction Process capability improvement First-pass yield Scrap reduction Rework reduction Manufacturing defect reduction Automation-related error rate Machine vision inspection accuracy Predictive maintenance effectiveness Process-control performance Manufacturing data availability System integration performance MES and production-system transaction accuracy Technology project ROIPayback period Capital expenditure adherence Operating cost reduction Cost per unit improvement Energy consumption reduction Material utilization improvement Technology project schedule adherence Supplier SLA performance Commissioning success rate Technology qualification completion Cybersecurity compliance Safety compliance Training and competency completion Continuous-improvement savings Revenue or capacity contribution from new technology Ideal Candidate The successful candidate should have strong experience in advanced manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, industrial automation, robotics, digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, production technology, or smart-factory transformation, preferably within complex industrial or high-volume manufacturing environments. The candidate should demonstrate:Proven experience leading advanced manufacturing technology programs. Strong understanding of modern manufacturing processes, automation, and industrial technology. Experience implementing robotics, automated production systems, machine vision, industrial IoT, or intelligent manufacturing solutions. Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, MES, ERP, industrial networks, sensors, motion control, and manufacturing automation. Experience with digital manufacturing, manufacturing analytics, simulation, digital twins, or virtual commissioning. Understanding of AI and machine-learning applications in manufacturing is highly desirable. Experience evaluating and implementing emerging manufacturing technologies. Strong knowledge of manufacturing process optimization, productivity improvement, and capacity planning. Experience managing technology feasibility studies, pilots, commissioning, qualification, and production deployment. Strong understanding of manufacturing quality, process capability, reliability, and operational performance. Experience developing technology business cases, capital investment proposals, ROI analysis, and payback assessments. Strong project-management and portfolio-management capabilities. Experience managing technology suppliers, system integrators, equipment manufacturers, and technical partners. Strong understanding of industrial safety, operational technology cybersecurity, regulatory requirements, and risk management.

We're Hiring: Production Engineering Manager Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Work Arrangement: Fully Remote About UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to improving manufacturing performance, production reliability, engineering excellence, and operational efficiency across diverse markets. Our teams combine engineering, manufacturing, operations, quality, maintenance, supply chain, technology, and commercial expertise to build safe, scalable, and high-performing production environments. The Role We are seeking an experienced Production Engineering Manager to lead production engineering strategy, process optimization, manufacturing performance, equipment reliability, capacity improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will bridge engineering and production operations, ensuring manufacturing processes are efficient, reliable, scalable, safe, cost-effective, and capable of consistently meeting quality and customer requirements. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement production engineering strategies aligned with manufacturing and business objectives. Lead production engineering activities across manufacturing lines, facilities, equipment, and production processes. Analyze production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, capacity constraints, and improvement opportunities. Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, work methods, layouts, equipment configurations, and production flows. Provide engineering support for daily production operations and technical problem resolution. Lead root-cause analysis for recurring production, equipment, process, and quality issues. Develop corrective and preventive actions to improve production performance and reliability. Improve production capacity, throughput, cycle times, yield, productivity, and equipment utilization. Evaluate production requirements and determine appropriate equipment, tooling, automation, and process technologies. Lead engineering studies, feasibility assessments, trials, prototypes, and production validation activities. Manage production engineering projects from concept and design through implementation, commissioning, and stabilization. Coordinate with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Procurement, Safety, IT, and Product Development teams. Develop production layouts, process flows, equipment specifications, line-balancing models, and technical documentation. Conduct capacity analysis and develop plans to support production growth and changing demand. Lead manufacturing line expansions, relocations, modifications, upgrades, and new line installations. Support new product introduction and ensure products can be manufactured efficiently and consistently. Review product designs for manufacturability, assembly, materials, tolerances, tooling, and production requirements. Implement Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly principles where applicable. Develop and validate manufacturing processes, standard work instructions, operating parameters, and process controls. Establish production engineering standards, specifications, procedures, and engineering change controls. Manage engineering changes and assess their impact on production, quality, cost, capacity, and delivery. Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, testing, and production acceptance. Establish preventive maintenance requirements in collaboration with Maintenance and Reliability teams. Monitor equipment performance, downtime, failure patterns, and technical reliability. Support automation initiatives including robotics, machine vision, controls, sensors, and digitally enabled production systems. Evaluate opportunities for process automation, mechanization, and advanced manufacturing technologies. Develop and maintain process capability studies, production standards, and technical performance requirements. Monitor process variation and implement improvements to increase stability and repeatability. Work closely with Quality teams to reduce defects, scrap, rework, and customer complaints. Support statistical process control, process capability analysis, and quality improvement programs. Develop engineering solutions to improve material utilization, energy efficiency, labor productivity, and operating costs. Evaluate capital investment proposals for production equipment, tooling, automation, and facility improvements. Develop business cases covering capital expenditure, operating costs, productivity gains, capacity benefits, and ROI. Manage production engineering budgets, resources, contractors, and external technical service providers. Monitor engineering project schedules, costs, risks, technical deliverables, and implementation quality. Ensure production processes comply with applicable safety, environmental, quality, regulatory, and engineering requirements. Participate in production risk assessments, process hazard reviews, and operational safety initiatives. Develop contingency plans for critical equipment failures, capacity constraints, and production disruptions. Maintain engineering documentation, equipment records, drawings, specifications, process parameters, and change histories. Use manufacturing data, production analytics, MES, ERP, SCADA, and other digital tools to identify improvement opportunities. Develop production dashboards covering throughput, efficiency, downtime, yield, quality, and engineering performance. Identify emerging manufacturing technologies and assess their potential operational and commercial value. Lead Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, value-stream improvement, and other continuous improvement initiatives. Train and develop production engineers, technical specialists, and manufacturing personnel. Establish engineering competency requirements, technical training plans, and knowledge-sharing practices. Provide management with regular reports covering production performance, engineering projects, technical risks, costs, capacity, and improvement opportunities. Key Performance Indicators Production throughput Production capacity utilization Overall equipment effectiveness Equipment availability Equipment downtime Mean time between failures Mean time to repair Production cycle time Process cycle-time reduction Production yield First-pass yield Scrap rate Rework rate Process capability Defect rate Labor productivity Units produced per labor hour Production cost per unit Material utilization Energy consumption per unit Line utilization Changeover time Engineering project delivery Engineering project budget adherence Capital project ROINew product introduction performance Production ramp-up performance Preventive maintenance completion Engineering change cycle time Automation utilization Continuous improvement savings Safety and compliance performance Customer quality performance Ideal Candidate The successful candidate should have strong experience in production engineering, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, industrial engineering, operations engineering, or factory engineering, preferably within manufacturing, automotive, electronics, industrial equipment, consumer products, energy, aerospace, or other engineering-intensive environments. The candidate should demonstrate:Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production systems, equipment, and industrial engineering principles. Experience leading production engineering teams and manufacturing improvement programs. Strong knowledge of process optimization, line balancing, capacity planning, and productivity improvement. Experience with equipment commissioning, process validation, troubleshooting, and production ramp-up. Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies. Experience supporting new product introduction and Design for Manufacturing. Knowledge of automation, robotics, controls, sensors, and modern manufacturing technologies. Strong analytical and root-cause-analysis capabilities. Experience using production data and engineering metrics to drive decisions. Strong understanding of quality systems, process controls, and manufacturing standards. Experience managing capital projects, engineering budgets, vendors, and technical contractors. Strong project-management and stakeholder-management capabilities. Excellent communication and technical presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple engineering projects, production priorities, and operational risks. Familiarity with ERP, MES, SCADA, CAD, maintenance, and manufacturing analytics systems. Strong understanding of workplace safety and engineering compliance. Experience working with international and distributed teams. A practical, data-driven, and continuous-improvement mindset.

Inhabit is a unique, multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive contribution to our built environment.<br><br>We are a collective of experienced architects, designers, engineers and detailers who work both independently and in partnership to form a holistic approach to the services that we offer. We believe that our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.<br><br>We are focused on design-led engineering, providing technical and comprehensive solutions that thoughtfully and creatively consider aesthetics, engineering, cost, procurement, and sustainability driving towards a building that is sensitive and inspirational within its socio-cultural context.<br><br><br><br>Job Description<br><br>List of Responsibilities<br><br>The Associate forms part of the engineering team within the global structure of the company and assumes general responsibilities that pro-actively contribute to the growth of Façade engineering and deisgn capabilities across the globe. <br><br>This includes responsibility for all design, engineering, documentation, administration and compliance with project constraints undertaken for Façade and all other disciplines. You may lead, develop, and manage a team of up to 5 direct reports. You may also need to fulfil any legal responsibilities commensurate with your position.<br><br>The following is an overview of responsibilities and performance standards required of the Façade Designer:<br><br>Strategic Management Financial Management Marketing and Business Development Staff Management, Mentoring and Training Client Management Project Management Consultancy Function Technical Excellence Personal Growth<br>Strategic Management<br><br>The Associate will contribute to short and long-term regional planning and assist in driving forward the strategy that embodies Inhabit’s values, vision, mission and objectives to successfully grow the business including:<br><br>Assist in developing the regional business plan aligned to Inhabit strategic plan to be approved by the Regional Director. Assist in setting regional objectives and in preparing and implementing strategies to achieve the business plan. Ensure staff are well informed and up to date on developments that affect them Assist in undertaking regional future workforce planning and projects with an emphasis on growth and innovation. <br>Financial Management<br><br>The Associate shall assist in the proper financial management including:<br><br>Assist in the development and implementation of annual budgets and ensure that adequate internal control mechanisms are in place Monitor financial aspects of projects including monthly invoicing to ensure the accuracy and debtor collection Follow up with clients on overdue fees for debtors greater than 90 days Assist in reviewing and monitoring monthly financial reports Assisting in managing business risks by following appropriate risk appraisal procedures prior to signing (and following award of) any consulting commission<br>Marketing and Business Development<br><br>The Associate shall actively participate in the marketing of the practice as a multi-disciplined engineering company and shall achieve agreed targets in all aspects of practice development, including:<br><br>Maximise cross-selling opportunities for Inhabit and prepare project proposals to support profit targets including, where necessary, co-ordination of inputs from other disciplines Conduct presentations of proposals for prospective clients and/or projects Raise any challenges in competitive pricing across the region with the Regional Manager and propose solutions Build and expand the client base of Inhabit based on both established, prospective and new client relationships that you secure in the region Network within the Industry to develop industry intelligence, define and implement strategies to meet any challenges Ensure active participation in a broad range of client-focused functions, networking events, conferences, seminars, committees etc. to enhance the professional image of both the Associate and Inhabit<br>Staff Management, Mentoring and Training<br><br>The Associate is responsible for ensuring staff are managed and supported effectively including:<br><br>Encourage and role model respectful, supportive and positive engagement and interactions across disciplines/support functions and all other Inhabit offices to support positive culture and drive engagement Identify the deliverables, tasks and activities required for workload throughout all phases of the project to ensure adequate staff resourcing and tools are available to meet project deliverables and expectations Provide technical leadership, guidance, mentoring and support and build and oversee staff technical development to maintain standards and to operate efficiently Ensure staff are following Inhabit’s quality management system Hold regular meetings with the Technical Team to discuss scheduling of work in a planned manner including distribution of workload, resources etc. to meet deliverables Assist in setting objectives and standards for the expected performance of staff and encourage regular feedback discussions on project successes and challenges to capture lessons learned Assist in conducting regular and effective Performance Reviews in accordance within Inhabits’ review system for your direct reports and provide ongoing/regular feedback to foster work performance improvements and promote professional growth of staff Identify training needs of the team to increase their skill level, development and growth Identify training opportunities, both internally and externally including seminars, events, conferences, talks, university lectures, factory visits, construction phase training etc., to assist with the development of the team and to address any knowledge and skill gaps. Support staff writing technical notes from these training opportunities and/or project experiences Encourage and promote Inhabit online materials, technical notes, technical library Communicate regularly and proactively with Senior Management as required to assist the process of managing your work/lifestyle balance and of your team Ensure staff adhere to and are familiar with all Health and Safety requirements and safe work practices<br>Client Management<br><br>The Associate shall continually strengthen client loyalty and gain repeat business by ensuring high-quality service and creative (‘Leading Edge’) solutions to clients by way of:<br><br>Communicate with clients to establish their needs and maintain a dialogue throughout the project Monitor feedback from clients and develop and implement action plans for continuous improvement Identify and implement ways to enhance current service offerings, systems and processes from a client and business perspective to maximise Inhabit’s competitive advantage Identify and implement ways to enhance internal systems, processes and procedures to improve client satisfaction Be a role model for exceptional favourable record in client response to timeliness, quality of work and high technical standing on projects and manage in conjunction with Project Director/Leader any client complaints Continually aim for repeat and new business from all clients in contact with Inhabit<br>Project Management <br><br>The Associate will provide leadership to ensure the efficient and profitable completion of all tasks and projects under their control whilst ensuring the allocation of adequate resources, excellent technical standards and client satisfaction including:<br><br>Provide overall strategy and technical solutions as required for project challenges Undertake or assist the project leaders with negotiation of fees and contracts where appropriate to ensure financial targets are achieved Manage business risks by following appropriate risk appraisal procedures prior to the signing contracts Allocate and manage project personnel to suit programs and project budgets Project lead internally with respective team colleagues to allow deliverables to be issued to client Coordinate and work with the design team to deliver project deliverables Help solve client/project team’s problems by lateral thinking and creating innovative solutions Ensure quality outputs and agreed cost/scheduled delivery time frames are met Manage projects, site meetings, design workshops and site inspection as required and/or as project planning stipulates As Project Leader, monitor and report on team performance against agreed timelines, and fees/budgets Oversee the work of Sub Consultants/Contractors and review outputs produced by them Ensure project sheets for each project are undertaken for compliance with project and office QA procedures<br>Consultancy Function<br><br>The Associate shall assist in the consultancy functions including:<br><br>Preparation and coordination of expressions of interest, tender submissions and similar consulting proposals Maintain a hands-on approach to the provision of design and engineering, and assist in the co-ordination of other disciplines. Contribute and monitor the design and engineering of curtain wall and cladding systems, as well as specialty systems (i.e., structural glass, cables, ETFE etc.) Oversee engineering computations and structural façade analysis, advice and reporting Meet with architects to develop façade design concepts, detailing, specifications, and engineering feasibility and coordinate with other project consultants such as Builders, Contractors and Sub Contractors to determine best practice façade design outcomes Write and review specifications and schedules to inform and respond to site and construction related queries Review and comment on sub-contractor’s shop drawings & calculations, BD submission drawings, fabrication drawings & material submission Follow the general drawing protocols and cad file system set by Inhabit Provide assistance during construction of façade systems including attendance mock-up testing, shop drawing reviews and conduct factory & site inspections<br>Technical Excellence<br><br>The Associate shall assume full responsibility for work quality undertaken and ensure quality is adhered to by performing regular checks of your direct reports work and a senior peer review role on projects, including:<br><br>Ensure project specific technical duties including engineering, design and project lead roles are effectively managed Identification of technically complex projects and problems that require high level input Undertake provision of concept design, peer review and checking services on projects to assist in maintaining high standards Provide technical assistance and grow the team’s capability relating to the weatherproofing and installation of various façade systems Assist in developing and growing the BIM capability of the office in conjunction with other team members, aligning Inhabit’s capabilities with market expectations\Take necessary action to prevent the occurrence of design documentation and/or quality system non-conformity Ensure all project documentation is maintained to a level as required by Inhabits’ QA Manager and QA system Endorse and facilitate the quality management system (QMS) and the Business’s commitment to quality Conduct all activities in accordance with the quality management system<br>Personal Attributes:<br><br>Attitude and participation towards project, client, team Motivation in role Sense of urgency when appropriate Confidence in role amongst team and clients Desire to achieve high standards, set goals or targets Overall commitment to your position Adaptability and willingness to learn How you apply new skills Team interaction Willingness to help others<br>Role Capability Profile<br><br>Quality & Quantity of Work:<br><br>Assures accuracy, thoroughness and reliability of results Meets the workload requirements of the job Is proficient in technical skills required for the job Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge required to complete job responsibilities<br>Decisions:<br><br>Conducts thorough analysis before making decisions Makes sound, logical and timely decisions<br>Planning & Time Management:<br><br>Develops & implements effective action plans Meets deadlines as required Maintains performance under pressure Timesheet efficiency (weekly submission)<br>Performance Management:<br><br>Achieves own objectives Delegates appropriate tasks to appropriate people Gives employees adequate information & authority Follows up progress on delegated projects Provides ongoing feedback and training to employees where relevant<br>Initiative:<br><br>Displays initiative in the position and does not seek unnecessary clarification or instruction Generates and implements worthwhile, practical new ideas and methods Responds effectively to changing needs of the workplace<br>Relationships:<br><br>Interacts appropriately with customers/clients, both internally and externally Displays good interpersonal skills Uses appropriate style to resolve conflict with people at all levels Acts in best interest of the organisation<br>Communication:<br><br>Listens attentively, demonstrates full understanding Oral and written – expresses ideas effectively Quality of presentations Preparation of internal and external correspondence<br> <br><br>Personal Attributes:<br><br>Attitude and participation towards project, client, team Motivation in role Sense of urgency when appropriate Confidence in role amongst team and clients Desire to achieve high standards, set goals or targets Overall commitment to your position Adaptability and willingness to learn How you apply new skills Team interaction Willingness to help others<br><br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor of Architecture or Bachelor of Engineering is preferable.<br><br>The candidate shall have a minimum of 10 years' experience in a facade role.<br><br><br><br>Additional Information<br><br>Other Requirements<br><br>Correctly use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment provided Takes reasonable care for the safety of his/her own health and safety and that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace Seek guidance for all new or modified work procedures to ensure that any hazardous conditions, near misses and injures are reported immediately to Management Participate in compliance training and other environment, health and safety activities as required Abide by the Code of Conduct; this is a minimum standard of behaviour that must be upheld by all employees In addition to the duties set out in this Position Description, you may be expected to perform such other duties as may from time to time be reasonably assigned to you by the Employer<br>Other Relevant Information<br><br>Travel to various work locations throughout Middle East may be required Your duties as set out in this Position Description may from time to time be amended, varied, modified or reassigned by the Employer in accordance with business needs

Inhabit is a unique, multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive contribution to our built environment.<br><br>We are a collective of experienced architects, designers, engineers and detailers who work both independently and in partnership to form a holistic approach to the services that we offer. We believe that our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.<br><br>We are focused on design-led engineering, providing technical and comprehensive solutions that thoughtfully and creatively consider aesthetics, engineering, cost, procurement, and sustainability driving towards a building that is sensitive and inspirational within its socio-cultural context.<br><br><br><br>Job Description<br><br>List of Responsibilities<br><br>The Associate forms part of the engineering team within the global structure of the company and assumes general responsibilities that pro-actively contribute to the growth of Façade engineering and deisgn capabilities across the globe. <br><br>This includes responsibility for all design, engineering, documentation, administration and compliance with project constraints undertaken for Façade and all other disciplines. You may lead, develop, and manage a team of up to 5 direct reports. You may also need to fulfil any legal responsibilities commensurate with your position.<br><br>The following is an overview of responsibilities and performance standards required of the Façade Designer:<br><br>Strategic Management Financial Management Marketing and Business Development Staff Management, Mentoring and Training Client Management Project Management Consultancy Function Technical Excellence Personal Growth<br>Strategic Management<br><br>The Associate will contribute to short and long-term regional planning and assist in driving forward the strategy that embodies Inhabit’s values, vision, mission and objectives to successfully grow the business including:<br><br>Assist in developing the regional business plan aligned to Inhabit strategic plan to be approved by the Regional Director. Assist in setting regional objectives and in preparing and implementing strategies to achieve the business plan. Ensure staff are well informed and up to date on developments that affect them Assist in undertaking regional future workforce planning and projects with an emphasis on growth and innovation. <br>Financial Management<br><br>The Associate shall assist in the proper financial management including:<br><br>Assist in the development and implementation of annual budgets and ensure that adequate internal control mechanisms are in place Monitor financial aspects of projects including monthly invoicing to ensure the accuracy and debtor collection Follow up with clients on overdue fees for debtors greater than 90 days Assist in reviewing and monitoring monthly financial reports Assisting in managing business risks by following appropriate risk appraisal procedures prior to signing (and following award of) any consulting commission<br>Marketing and Business Development<br><br>The Associate shall actively participate in the marketing of the practice as a multi-disciplined engineering company and shall achieve agreed targets in all aspects of practice development, including:<br><br>Maximise cross-selling opportunities for Inhabit and prepare project proposals to support profit targets including, where necessary, co-ordination of inputs from other disciplines Conduct presentations of proposals for prospective clients and/or projects Raise any challenges in competitive pricing across the region with the Regional Manager and propose solutions Build and expand the client base of Inhabit based on both established, prospective and new client relationships that you secure in the region Network within the Industry to develop industry intelligence, define and implement strategies to meet any challenges Ensure active participation in a broad range of client-focused functions, networking events, conferences, seminars, committees etc. to enhance the professional image of both the Associate and Inhabit<br>Staff Management, Mentoring and Training<br><br>The Associate is responsible for ensuring staff are managed and supported effectively including:<br><br>Encourage and role model respectful, supportive and positive engagement and interactions across disciplines/support functions and all other Inhabit offices to support positive culture and drive engagement Identify the deliverables, tasks and activities required for workload throughout all phases of the project to ensure adequate staff resourcing and tools are available to meet project deliverables and expectations Provide technical leadership, guidance, mentoring and support and build and oversee staff technical development to maintain standards and to operate efficiently Ensure staff are following Inhabit’s quality management system Hold regular meetings with the Technical Team to discuss scheduling of work in a planned manner including distribution of workload, resources etc. to meet deliverables Assist in setting objectives and standards for the expected performance of staff and encourage regular feedback discussions on project successes and challenges to capture lessons learned Assist in conducting regular and effective Performance Reviews in accordance within Inhabits’ review system for your direct reports and provide ongoing/regular feedback to foster work performance improvements and promote professional growth of staff Identify training needs of the team to increase their skill level, development and growth Identify training opportunities, both internally and externally including seminars, events, conferences, talks, university lectures, factory visits, construction phase training etc., to assist with the development of the team and to address any knowledge and skill gaps. Support staff writing technical notes from these training opportunities and/or project experiences Encourage and promote Inhabit online materials, technical notes, technical library Communicate regularly and proactively with Senior Management as required to assist the process of managing your work/lifestyle balance and of your team Ensure staff adhere to and are familiar with all Health and Safety requirements and safe work practices<br>Client Management<br><br>The Associate shall continually strengthen client loyalty and gain repeat business by ensuring high-quality service and creative (‘Leading Edge’) solutions to clients by way of:<br><br>Communicate with clients to establish their needs and maintain a dialogue throughout the project Monitor feedback from clients and develop and implement action plans for continuous improvement Identify and implement ways to enhance current service offerings, systems and processes from a client and business perspective to maximise Inhabit’s competitive advantage Identify and implement ways to enhance internal systems, processes and procedures to improve client satisfaction Be a role model for exceptional favourable record in client response to timeliness, quality of work and high technical standing on projects and manage in conjunction with Project Director/Leader any client complaints Continually aim for repeat and new business from all clients in contact with Inhabit<br>Project Management <br><br>The Associate will provide leadership to ensure the efficient and profitable completion of all tasks and projects under their control whilst ensuring the allocation of adequate resources, excellent technical standards and client satisfaction including:<br><br>Provide overall strategy and technical solutions as required for project challenges Undertake or assist the project leaders with negotiation of fees and contracts where appropriate to ensure financial targets are achieved Manage business risks by following appropriate risk appraisal procedures prior to the signing contracts Allocate and manage project personnel to suit programs and project budgets Project lead internally with respective team colleagues to allow deliverables to be issued to client Coordinate and work with the design team to deliver project deliverables Help solve client/project team’s problems by lateral thinking and creating innovative solutions Ensure quality outputs and agreed cost/scheduled delivery time frames are met Manage projects, site meetings, design workshops and site inspection as required and/or as project planning stipulates As Project Leader, monitor and report on team performance against agreed timelines, and fees/budgets Oversee the work of Sub Consultants/Contractors and review outputs produced by them Ensure project sheets for each project are undertaken for compliance with project and office QA procedures<br>Consultancy Function<br><br>The Associate shall assist in the consultancy functions including:<br><br>Preparation and coordination of expressions of interest, tender submissions and similar consulting proposals Maintain a hands-on approach to the provision of design and engineering, and assist in the co-ordination of other disciplines. Contribute and monitor the design and engineering of curtain wall and cladding systems, as well as specialty systems (i.e., structural glass, cables, ETFE etc.) Oversee engineering computations and structural façade analysis, advice and reporting Meet with architects to develop façade design concepts, detailing, specifications, and engineering feasibility and coordinate with other project consultants such as Builders, Contractors and Sub Contractors to determine best practice façade design outcomes Write and review specifications and schedules to inform and respond to site and construction related queries Review and comment on sub-contractor’s shop drawings & calculations, BD submission drawings, fabrication drawings & material submission Follow the general drawing protocols and cad file system set by Inhabit Provide assistance during construction of façade systems including attendance mock-up testing, shop drawing reviews and conduct factory & site inspections<br>Technical Excellence<br><br>The Associate shall assume full responsibility for work quality undertaken and ensure quality is adhered to by performing regular checks of your direct reports work and a senior peer review role on projects, including:<br><br>Ensure project specific technical duties including engineering, design and project lead roles are effectively managed Identification of technically complex projects and problems that require high level input Undertake provision of concept design, peer review and checking services on projects to assist in maintaining high standards Provide technical assistance and grow the team’s capability relating to the weatherproofing and installation of various façade systems Assist in developing and growing the BIM capability of the office in conjunction with other team members, aligning Inhabit’s capabilities with market expectations\Take necessary action to prevent the occurrence of design documentation and/or quality system non-conformity Ensure all project documentation is maintained to a level as required by Inhabits’ QA Manager and QA system Endorse and facilitate the quality management system (QMS) and the Business’s commitment to quality Conduct all activities in accordance with the quality management system<br>Personal Attributes:<br><br>Attitude and participation towards project, client, team Motivation in role Sense of urgency when appropriate Confidence in role amongst team and clients Desire to achieve high standards, set goals or targets Overall commitment to your position Adaptability and willingness to learn How you apply new skills Team interaction Willingness to help others<br>Role Capability Profile<br><br>Quality & Quantity of Work:<br><br>Assures accuracy, thoroughness and reliability of results Meets the workload requirements of the job Is proficient in technical skills required for the job Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge required to complete job responsibilities<br>Decisions:<br><br>Conducts thorough analysis before making decisions Makes sound, logical and timely decisions<br>Planning & Time Management:<br><br>Develops & implements effective action plans Meets deadlines as required Maintains performance under pressure Timesheet efficiency (weekly submission)<br>Performance Management:<br><br>Achieves own objectives Delegates appropriate tasks to appropriate people Gives employees adequate information & authority Follows up progress on delegated projects Provides ongoing feedback and training to employees where relevant<br>Initiative:<br><br>Displays initiative in the position and does not seek unnecessary clarification or instruction Generates and implements worthwhile, practical new ideas and methods Responds effectively to changing needs of the workplace<br>Relationships:<br><br>Interacts appropriately with customers/clients, both internally and externally Displays good interpersonal skills Uses appropriate style to resolve conflict with people at all levels Acts in best interest of the organisation<br>Communication:<br><br>Listens attentively, demonstrates full understanding Oral and written – expresses ideas effectively Quality of presentations Preparation of internal and external correspondence<br> <br><br>Personal Attributes:<br><br>Attitude and participation towards project, client, team Motivation in role Sense of urgency when appropriate Confidence in role amongst team and clients Desire to achieve high standards, set goals or targets Overall commitment to your position Adaptability and willingness to learn How you apply new skills Team interaction Willingness to help others<br><br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor of Architecture or Bachelor of Engineering is preferable.<br><br>The candidate shall have a minimum of 10 years' experience in a facade role.<br><br><br><br>Additional Information<br><br>Other Requirements<br><br>Correctly use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment provided Takes reasonable care for the safety of his/her own health and safety and that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace Seek guidance for all new or modified work procedures to ensure that any hazardous conditions, near misses and injures are reported immediately to Management Participate in compliance training and other environment, health and safety activities as required Abide by the Code of Conduct; this is a minimum standard of behaviour that must be upheld by all employees In addition to the duties set out in this Position Description, you may be expected to perform such other duties as may from time to time be reasonably assigned to you by the Employer<br>Other Relevant Information<br><br>Travel to various work locations throughout Middle East may be required Your duties as set out in this Position Description may from time to time be amended, varied, modified or reassigned by the Employer in accordance with business needs

Inhabit is a unique, multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive contribution to our built environment.<br><br>We are a collective of experienced architects, designers, engineers and detailers who work both independently and in partnership to form a holistic approach to the services that we offer. We believe that our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.<br><br>We are focused on design-led engineering, providing technical and comprehensive solutions that thoughtfully and creatively consider aesthetics, engineering, cost, procurement, and sustainability driving towards a building that is sensitive and inspirational within its socio-cultural context.<br><br><br><br>Job Description<br><br>List of Responsibilities<br><br>The Associate forms part of the engineering team within the global structure of the company and assumes general responsibilities that pro-actively contribute to the growth of Façade engineering and deisgn capabilities across the globe. <br><br>This includes responsibility for all design, engineering, documentation, administration and compliance with project constraints undertaken for Façade and all other disciplines. You may lead, develop, and manage a team of up to 5 direct reports. You may also need to fulfil any legal responsibilities commensurate with your position.<br><br>The following is an overview of responsibilities and performance standards required of the Façade Designer:<br><br>Strategic Management Financial Management Marketing and Business Development Staff Management, Mentoring and Training Client Management Project Management Consultancy Function Technical Excellence Personal Growth<br>Strategic Management<br><br>The Associate will contribute to short and long-term regional planning and assist in driving forward the strategy that embodies Inhabit’s values, vision, mission and objectives to successfully grow the business including:<br><br>Assist in developing the regional business plan aligned to Inhabit strategic plan to be approved by the Regional Director. Assist in setting regional objectives and in preparing and implementing strategies to achieve the business plan. Ensure staff are well informed and up to date on developments that affect them Assist in undertaking regional future workforce planning and projects with an emphasis on growth and innovation. <br>Financial Management<br><br>The Associate shall assist in the proper financial management including:<br><br>Assist in the development and implementation of annual budgets and ensure that adequate internal control mechanisms are in place Monitor financial aspects of projects including monthly invoicing to ensure the accuracy and debtor collection Follow up with clients on overdue fees for debtors greater than 90 days Assist in reviewing and monitoring monthly financial reports Assisting in managing business risks by following appropriate risk appraisal procedures prior to signing (and following award of) any consulting commission<br>Marketing and Business Development<br><br>The Associate shall actively participate in the marketing of the practice as a multi-disciplined engineering company and shall achieve agreed targets in all aspects of practice development, including:<br><br>Maximise cross-selling opportunities for Inhabit and prepare project proposals to support profit targets including, where necessary, co-ordination of inputs from other disciplines Conduct presentations of proposals for prospective clients and/or projects Raise any challenges in competitive pricing across the region with the Regional Manager and propose solutions Build and expand the client base of Inhabit based on both established, prospective and new client relationships that you secure in the region Network within the Industry to develop industry intelligence, define and implement strategies to meet any challenges Ensure active participation in a broad range of client-focused functions, networking events, conferences, seminars, committees etc. to enhance the professional image of both the Associate and Inhabit<br>Staff Management, Mentoring and Training<br><br>The Associate is responsible for ensuring staff are managed and supported effectively including:<br><br>Encourage and role model respectful, supportive and positive engagement and interactions across disciplines/support functions and all other Inhabit offices to support positive culture and drive engagement Identify the deliverables, tasks and activities required for workload throughout all phases of the project to ensure adequate staff resourcing and tools are available to meet project deliverables and expectations Provide technical leadership, guidance, mentoring and support and build and oversee staff technical development to maintain standards and to operate efficiently Ensure staff are following Inhabit’s quality management system Hold regular meetings with the Technical Team to discuss scheduling of work in a planned manner including distribution of workload, resources etc. to meet deliverables Assist in setting objectives and standards for the expected performance of staff and encourage regular feedback discussions on project successes and challenges to capture lessons learned Assist in conducting regular and effective Performance Reviews in accordance within Inhabits’ review system for your direct reports and provide ongoing/regular feedback to foster work performance improvements and promote professional growth of staff Identify training needs of the team to increase their skill level, development and growth Identify training opportunities, both internally and externally including seminars, events, conferences, talks, university lectures, factory visits, construction phase training etc., to assist with the development of the team and to address any knowledge and skill gaps. Support staff writing technical notes from these training opportunities and/or project experiences Encourage and promote Inhabit online materials, technical notes, technical library Communicate regularly and proactively with Senior Management as required to assist the process of managing your work/lifestyle balance and of your team Ensure staff adhere to and are familiar with all Health and Safety requirements and safe work practices<br>Client Management<br><br>The Associate shall continually strengthen client loyalty and gain repeat business by ensuring high-quality service and creative (‘Leading Edge’) solutions to clients by way of:<br><br>Communicate with clients to establish their needs and maintain a dialogue throughout the project Monitor feedback from clients and develop and implement action plans for continuous improvement Identify and implement ways to enhance current service offerings, systems and processes from a client and business perspective to maximise Inhabit’s competitive advantage Identify and implement ways to enhance internal systems, processes and procedures to improve client satisfaction Be a role model for exceptional favourable record in client response to timeliness, quality of work and high technical standing on projects and manage in conjunction with Project Director/Leader any client complaints Continually aim for repeat and new business from all clients in contact with Inhabit<br>Project Management <br><br>The Associate will provide leadership to ensure the efficient and profitable completion of all tasks and projects under their control whilst ensuring the allocation of adequate resources, excellent technical standards and client satisfaction including:<br><br>Provide overall strategy and technical solutions as required for project challenges Undertake or assist the project leaders with negotiation of fees and contracts where appropriate to ensure financial targets are achieved Manage business risks by following appropriate risk appraisal procedures prior to the signing contracts Allocate and manage project personnel to suit programs and project budgets Project lead internally with respective team colleagues to allow deliverables to be issued to client Coordinate and work with the design team to deliver project deliverables Help solve client/project team’s problems by lateral thinking and creating innovative solutions Ensure quality outputs and agreed cost/scheduled delivery time frames are met Manage projects, site meetings, design workshops and site inspection as required and/or as project planning stipulates As Project Leader, monitor and report on team performance against agreed timelines, and fees/budgets Oversee the work of Sub Consultants/Contractors and review outputs produced by them Ensure project sheets for each project are undertaken for compliance with project and office QA procedures<br>Consultancy Function<br><br>The Associate shall assist in the consultancy functions including:<br><br>Preparation and coordination of expressions of interest, tender submissions and similar consulting proposals Maintain a hands-on approach to the provision of design and engineering, and assist in the co-ordination of other disciplines. Contribute and monitor the design and engineering of curtain wall and cladding systems, as well as specialty systems (i.e., structural glass, cables, ETFE etc.) Oversee engineering computations and structural façade analysis, advice and reporting Meet with architects to develop façade design concepts, detailing, specifications, and engineering feasibility and coordinate with other project consultants such as Builders, Contractors and Sub Contractors to determine best practice façade design outcomes Write and review specifications and schedules to inform and respond to site and construction related queries Review and comment on sub-contractor’s shop drawings & calculations, BD submission drawings, fabrication drawings & material submission Follow the general drawing protocols and cad file system set by Inhabit Provide assistance during construction of façade systems including attendance mock-up testing, shop drawing reviews and conduct factory & site inspections<br>Technical Excellence<br><br>The Associate shall assume full responsibility for work quality undertaken and ensure quality is adhered to by performing regular checks of your direct reports work and a senior peer review role on projects, including:<br><br>Ensure project specific technical duties including engineering, design and project lead roles are effectively managed Identification of technically complex projects and problems that require high level input Undertake provision of concept design, peer review and checking services on projects to assist in maintaining high standards Provide technical assistance and grow the team’s capability relating to the weatherproofing and installation of various façade systems Assist in developing and growing the BIM capability of the office in conjunction with other team members, aligning Inhabit’s capabilities with market expectations\Take necessary action to prevent the occurrence of design documentation and/or quality system non-conformity Ensure all project documentation is maintained to a level as required by Inhabits’ QA Manager and QA system Endorse and facilitate the quality management system (QMS) and the Business’s commitment to quality Conduct all activities in accordance with the quality management system<br>Personal Attributes:<br><br>Attitude and participation towards project, client, team Motivation in role Sense of urgency when appropriate Confidence in role amongst team and clients Desire to achieve high standards, set goals or targets Overall commitment to your position Adaptability and willingness to learn How you apply new skills Team interaction Willingness to help others<br>Role Capability Profile<br><br>Quality & Quantity of Work:<br><br>Assures accuracy, thoroughness and reliability of results Meets the workload requirements of the job Is proficient in technical skills required for the job Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge required to complete job responsibilities<br>Decisions:<br><br>Conducts thorough analysis before making decisions Makes sound, logical and timely decisions<br>Planning & Time Management:<br><br>Develops & implements effective action plans Meets deadlines as required Maintains performance under pressure Timesheet efficiency (weekly submission)<br>Performance Management:<br><br>Achieves own objectives Delegates appropriate tasks to appropriate people Gives employees adequate information & authority Follows up progress on delegated projects Provides ongoing feedback and training to employees where relevant<br>Initiative:<br><br>Displays initiative in the position and does not seek unnecessary clarification or instruction Generates and implements worthwhile, practical new ideas and methods Responds effectively to changing needs of the workplace<br>Relationships:<br><br>Interacts appropriately with customers/clients, both internally and externally Displays good interpersonal skills Uses appropriate style to resolve conflict with people at all levels Acts in best interest of the organisation<br>Communication:<br><br>Listens attentively, demonstrates full understanding Oral and written – expresses ideas effectively Quality of presentations Preparation of internal and external correspondence<br> <br><br>Personal Attributes:<br><br>Attitude and participation towards project, client, team Motivation in role Sense of urgency when appropriate Confidence in role amongst team and clients Desire to achieve high standards, set goals or targets Overall commitment to your position Adaptability and willingness to learn How you apply new skills Team interaction Willingness to help others<br><br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Bachelor of Architecture or Bachelor of Engineering is preferable.<br><br>The candidate shall have a minimum of 10 years' experience in a facade role.<br><br><br><br>Additional Information<br><br>Other Requirements<br><br>Correctly use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment provided Takes reasonable care for the safety of his/her own health and safety and that of other people who may be affected by their conduct in the workplace Seek guidance for all new or modified work procedures to ensure that any hazardous conditions, near misses and injures are reported immediately to Management Participate in compliance training and other environment, health and safety activities as required Abide by the Code of Conduct; this is a minimum standard of behaviour that must be upheld by all employees In addition to the duties set out in this Position Description, you may be expected to perform such other duties as may from time to time be reasonably assigned to you by the Employer<br>Other Relevant Information<br><br>Travel to various work locations throughout Middle East may be required Your duties as set out in this Position Description may from time to time be amended, varied, modified or reassigned by the Employer in accordance with business needs

We're Hiring: Industrial Robotics Manager Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Work Arrangement: Fully Remote About UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to advancing industrial automation, robotics, intelligent manufacturing, and operational efficiency across diverse markets. Our teams collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Automation, IT, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Safety, Procurement, and technology partners to design, implement, and optimize scalable robotic solutions. The Role We are seeking an experienced Industrial Robotics Manager to lead the strategy, engineering, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of industrial robotics and automated production systems. The ideal candidate will combine strong robotics engineering knowledge with operational and project leadership, overseeing robotic systems from concept and integration through commissioning, production ramp-up, performance optimization, maintenance, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement industrial robotics strategies aligned with manufacturing and business objectives. Identify automation opportunities across production, assembly, material handling, inspection, packaging, welding, and logistics processes. Lead robotics feasibility studies, automation assessments, business cases, pilots, and implementation programs. Evaluate industrial robots, robotic cells, automation platforms, end-of-arm tooling, vision systems, and control technologies. Manage robotics projects from concept, design, simulation, and procurement through installation, commissioning, and production stabilization. Define functional, technical, safety, performance, and integration requirements for robotic systems. Lead development and deployment of robotic cells, workstations, and automated production lines. Manage industrial robot applications including articulated robots, SCARA, delta, Cartesian, collaborative robots, and autonomous systems where appropriate. Oversee robotic applications for welding, painting, assembly, palletizing, packaging, machine tending, picking, inspection, dispensing, and material handling. Coordinate robot programming, motion planning, sequencing, tooling, fixtures, sensors, and machine interfaces. Ensure robots are effectively integrated with PLCs, HMIs, safety systems, vision systems, conveyors, sensors, and production equipment. Coordinate integration with MES, ERP, SCADA, industrial networks, and manufacturing data platforms. Lead robotic simulation, offline programming, cycle-time analysis, reach studies, collision checks, and process optimization. Establish standards for robot programming, controls architecture, electrical interfaces, mechanical integration, and documentation. Coordinate factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, validation, and production handover. Monitor robotic system performance, availability, utilization, cycle time, throughput, precision, and reliability. Analyze production and robotics data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures, and optimization opportunities. Lead root-cause analysis for robotic faults, downtime, quality issues, and production interruptions. Develop preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies for robotic systems. Work with Maintenance and Engineering teams to improve robot reliability and equipment lifecycle performance. Manage robot calibration, preventive inspections, software updates, backups, and configuration control. Coordinate spare-parts planning and critical component availability for robotic systems. Establish recovery procedures for robot failures, controls faults, communication failures, and production interruptions. Manage robotics vendors, OEMs, system integrators, controls specialists, and technology partners. Define vendor requirements, technical specifications, service levels, warranties, support models, and performance expectations. Monitor supplier performance, project quality, technical support, response times, and implementation milestones. Manage robotics capital projects, operating expenses, budgets, and lifecycle costs. Evaluate automation ROI, payback periods, labor productivity, capacity gains, quality improvements, and operating-cost reductions. Support manufacturing expansion, plant modernization, production-line upgrades, and new facility development. Ensure robotic solutions are scalable for changing production volumes, product variants, and manufacturing requirements. Coordinate robotics requirements for new product introduction and production ramp-up. Support DFM, DFA, process engineering, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing-readiness activities. Ensure robotic systems meet applicable machinery safety, functional safety, electrical, EMC, and operational requirements. Conduct robotic risk assessments and ensure appropriate guarding, interlocks, safety scanners, emergency stops, and safe operating procedures. Establish cybersecurity and access-control practices for connected robotic systems. Develop operational, maintenance, troubleshooting, programming, and emergency-response documentation. Coordinate training for robot operators, programmers, engineers, technicians, and maintenance teams. Establish competency requirements and certification programs for personnel working with robotic systems. Identify emerging technologies including AI-enabled robotics, machine vision, autonomous robots, digital twins, adaptive motion control, and robotic analytics. Evaluate opportunities to improve robotic systems through AI, computer vision, predictive analytics, simulation, and intelligent automation. Promote Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, reliability engineering, and continuous-improvement practices. Establish robotics technology roadmaps, architecture standards, lifecycle plans, and modernization priorities. Provide management with regular reports covering robotics performance, projects, reliability, costs, risks, capacity, and improvement opportunities. Key Performance Indicators Robot system availability Robot uptime Overall equipment effectiveness Robot utilization Production throughput Robotic cycle time Cycle-time adherence Robotic process capacity Robot positioning accuracy Repeatability performance Automation-related downtime Mean time between failures Mean time to repair Robot fault frequency Repeat failure rate Preventive maintenance completion Predictive maintenance effectiveness Production quality and defect rate Robotics-related scrap and rework Machine vision inspection accuracy Robotic cell first-pass yield Commissioning and ramp-up performance FAT and SAT completion Project schedule adherence Project budget adherence Automation implementation ROIPayback period Labor productivity improvement Capacity improvement Cost per unit Energy consumption Spare-parts availability Vendor SLA performance Technical support response time Safety incidents and compliance Robotics training completion Programming and documentation compliance System backup and configuration compliance Cybersecurity compliance Continuous-improvement savings Technology roadmap execution Ideal Candidate The successful candidate should have strong experience in industrial robotics, factory automation, controls engineering, manufacturing engineering, robotics integration, or intelligent manufacturing, preferably within automotive, electronics, semiconductor, industrial equipment, consumer goods, logistics, or high-volume production environments. The candidate should demonstrate:Strong knowledge of industrial robotics and automated manufacturing systems. Experience managing robotic automation projects from concept through commissioning and optimization. Hands-on understanding of robot programming, motion control, tooling, fixtures, and robotic cell integration. Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, drives, sensors, safety systems, and industrial communication networks. Experience with robotic programming and simulation platforms. Understanding of machine vision, inspection systems, and robotic perception technologies. Experience integrating robotics with conveyors, machines, MES, SCADA, ERP, and factory automation systems. Strong understanding of industrial machinery and functional safety requirements. Experience with FAT, SAT, commissioning, validation, troubleshooting, and production ramp-up. Strong knowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance. Experience managing robotics OEMs, system integrators, suppliers, and technical contractors. Ability to evaluate automation investments, business cases, risks, and ROI. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using operational and equipment data. Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, or other continuous-improvement methodologies. Understanding of robotics cybersecurity, configuration management, and system lifecycle requirements. Strong project-management, planning, budgeting, and stakeholder-management capabilities. Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills. Ability to manage multiple automation projects, priorities, technical issues, and deadlines. Experience working with international and distributed engineering and operations teams. Strong interest in emerging robotics, AI, vision, autonomous systems, and smart-factory technologies.

We're Hiring: Mechatronics Manager Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Work Arrangement: Fully Remote About UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to developing advanced engineering, automation, intelligent equipment, and integrated technology solutions across diverse markets. Our teams combine mechanical, electrical, electronics, controls, software, robotics, manufacturing, and systems engineering expertise to design, deploy, and optimize reliable mechatronic systems for complex industrial applications. The Role We are seeking an experienced Mechatronics Manager to lead mechatronics engineering, automation, robotics, intelligent equipment, motion systems, controls, prototyping, integration, and technical development programs. The ideal candidate will provide multidisciplinary leadership across mechanical and electrical systems, sensors, actuators, motors, PLCs, robotics, embedded systems, industrial networks, and software, ensuring integrated solutions meet performance, reliability, safety, quality, and cost objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement mechatronics engineering strategies aligned with business, product, manufacturing, and technology objectives. Lead multidisciplinary mechatronics engineering teams across mechanical, electrical, electronics, controls, automation, robotics, and software disciplines. Manage the design, development, integration, testing, commissioning, and optimization of mechatronic systems. Define system-level requirements, functional specifications, technical architecture, interfaces, and performance targets. Develop integrated mechanical, electrical, electronic, control, and software solutions. Lead the design of automated machinery, production equipment, robotic systems, intelligent devices, and industrial automation platforms. Evaluate motors, drives, actuators, sensors, controllers, PLCs, servos, robotics, vision systems, and embedded technologies. Develop motion-control systems involving servo motors, stepper motors, linear actuators, gear systems, and precision positioning. Lead robotics integration including industrial robots, collaborative robots, autonomous systems, end-effectors, and robotic work cells. Design and optimize pneumatic, hydraulic, electromechanical, and precision mechanical systems. Coordinate mechanical and electrical packaging, component selection, system interfaces, and design integration. Develop control architectures using PLCs, industrial PCs, embedded controllers, motion controllers, and distributed control systems. Integrate sensors and instrumentation for position, force, pressure, temperature, vibration, vision, and condition monitoring. Manage industrial communication networks and protocols used by integrated equipment and automation systems. Support development and integration of HMI, SCADA, MES, machine-vision, and manufacturing-control interfaces. Lead prototyping, proof-of-concept development, engineering trials, and technology demonstrations. Establish design-review processes covering requirements, architecture, risk, manufacturability, reliability, safety, and performance. Coordinate system simulation, modeling, testing, validation, and performance verification. Develop engineering test plans, acceptance criteria, validation procedures, and commissioning requirements. Lead factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, and production handover. Investigate system failures, intermittent faults, control issues, mechanical failures, and integration problems. Conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions. Analyze system performance data to identify reliability, productivity, and optimization opportunities. Improve equipment cycle time, precision, throughput, energy efficiency, and operational stability. Support predictive maintenance and condition-monitoring solutions for mechatronic equipment. Integrate sensors, data acquisition, analytics, and diagnostic systems to improve equipment visibility. Coordinate engineering changes, design modifications, software updates, and hardware upgrades. Maintain configuration control and ensure engineering changes are properly documented, reviewed, tested, and released. Support new-product introduction, manufacturing automation, process development, and production scale-up. Work closely with manufacturing engineering and operations teams to improve automation readiness and production performance. Apply design-for-manufacturing, design-for-assembly, design-for-serviceability, and lifecycle engineering principles. Evaluate emerging technologies including AI-enabled robotics, machine vision, digital twins, autonomous systems, edge computing, and intelligent controls. Develop technical roadmaps for mechatronics platforms, automation architectures, and future equipment capabilities. Manage technology suppliers, equipment manufacturers, system integrators, component suppliers, and engineering contractors. Define technical specifications, supplier requirements, acceptance criteria, warranties, service expectations, and performance standards. Monitor supplier technical performance, delivery quality, responsiveness, and engineering support. Support procurement of motors, drives, sensors, controllers, robotics, actuators, automation hardware, and specialized components. Manage engineering budgets, project costs, capital investments, resources, and technical schedules. Develop business cases for automation and mechatronics investments, including ROI, productivity gains, lifecycle costs, and risk. Ensure mechatronic systems comply with applicable machinery safety, electrical, functional safety, EMC, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Conduct engineering risk assessments, FMEA, hazard analysis, and safety reviews. Support functional safety implementation for automated and robotic systems where applicable. Develop technical documentation including system specifications, schematics, drawings, software documentation, test procedures, and maintenance manuals. Establish engineering standards, component libraries, design guidelines, and reusable mechatronics architectures. Train and mentor engineers, technicians, and technical specialists in mechatronics technologies and engineering practices. Promote Lean, Six Sigma, reliability engineering, systems engineering, and continuous-improvement methodologies. Benchmark technologies and engineering practices against industry developments and leading manufacturers. Build relationships with universities, research institutions, technology companies, and specialist engineering partners. Provide management with regular reports covering engineering programs, system performance, technical risks, costs, milestones, and improvement opportunities. Key Performance Indicators Mechatronics projects delivered Engineering project schedule adherence System development cycle time Prototype development cycle time First-pass design success System integration success rate Commissioning cycle time Factory acceptance test performance Site acceptance test performance Equipment availability Equipment uptime Overall equipment effectiveness Machine cycle time Production throughput System reliability Mean time between failures Mean time to repair Unplanned equipment downtime Repeat failure rate Predictive maintenance effectiveness Control-system performance Motion accuracy Positioning repeatability Robotics utilization Automation utilization Machine-vision accuracy Sensor and instrumentation reliability System response time Process capability Engineering change effectiveness Design defect rate Field failure rate Safety incidents Functional safety compliance Supplier performance Supplier SLA compliance Engineering budget adherence Capital project ROIManufacturing cost reduction Energy-efficiency improvement Training and competency completion Continuous-improvement savings Ideal Candidate The successful candidate should have strong experience in mechatronics engineering, industrial automation, robotics, controls engineering, electromechanical systems, intelligent machinery, or advanced manufacturing technology. The candidate should demonstrate:Proven experience managing multidisciplinary mechatronics or automation engineering teams. Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, electronics, controls, software, and systems integration. Experience designing and commissioning automated machinery, robotic systems, or intelligent equipment. Strong knowledge of PLCs, motion controllers, servo systems, drives, sensors, actuators, and industrial communication networks. Experience with industrial robots, collaborative robots, machine vision, automated handling, or autonomous systems. Understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic, electromechanical, and precision motion systems. Experience with HMI, SCADA, MES, industrial PCs, embedded systems, or related automation platforms. Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis capabilities. Experience with system testing, validation, commissioning, and production release. Strong understanding of machinery safety, electrical safety, functional safety, EMC, and applicable engineering standards. Experience with FMEA, risk assessment, reliability engineering, Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement. Ability to evaluate engineering designs, technology options, suppliers, costs, risks, and lifecycle requirements. Experience managing engineering projects, budgets, technical resources, and delivery schedules. Strong experience working with equipment manufacturers, system integrators, component suppliers, and contractors. Familiarity with digital twins, industrial IoT, edge computing, AI-enabled automation, or predictive analytics is highly desirable. Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication, technical documentation, presentation, and stakeholder-management capabilities.

We're Hiring: Pipeline Integrity Manager Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote) Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior Work Arrangement: Fully Remote About UsWe are a globally focused organization committed to maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient energy infrastructure across diverse operating environments. Our teams combine engineering, operations, inspection, maintenance, integrity management, technology, and risk expertise to protect critical pipeline assets and support long-term operational performance. The Role We are seeking an experienced Pipeline Integrity Manager to lead pipeline integrity management, risk assessment, inspection, corrosion control, maintenance strategy, regulatory compliance, and asset reliability programs. The ideal candidate will oversee the complete integrity lifecycle of pipeline systems, ensuring that threats such as corrosion, cracking, mechanical damage, geohazards, operational failures, and third-party interference are identified, assessed, monitored, and effectively managed. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement pipeline integrity strategies aligned with safety, reliability, regulatory, and business objectives. Manage integrity programs for oil, gas, water, chemical, and other pipeline systems as applicable. Establish risk-based integrity management plans for pipelines, facilities, and associated assets. Maintain comprehensive pipeline asset registers, integrity records, inspection histories, and technical documentation. Identify and assess internal and external corrosion, cracking, erosion, mechanical damage, fatigue, geohazards, and other pipeline threats. Conduct pipeline risk assessments and develop risk-ranking methodologies. Evaluate probability and consequence of failure for critical pipeline segments. Develop inspection, monitoring, testing, and mitigation programs based on identified risks. Manage in-line inspection programs using appropriate inspection technologies. Coordinate intelligent pigging activities, including planning, preparation, execution, data review, and follow-up. Evaluate inspection results and ensure anomalies are properly assessed and prioritized. Manage direct assessment and other integrity assessment methodologies where applicable. Coordinate pipeline inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance activities. Develop and maintain corrosion management programs for internal and external corrosion threats. Oversee corrosion monitoring, chemical treatment, cathodic protection, coating systems, and corrosion-control activities. Monitor cathodic protection performance and coordinate corrective actions. Manage pipeline integrity digs, anomaly excavations, repairs, and verification activities. Establish criteria for anomaly assessment, repair prioritization, and fitness-for-service decisions. Coordinate engineering assessments for defects, wall loss, cracks, dents, weld anomalies, and other integrity threats. Support fitness-for-service, remaining-life, fracture-mechanics, and failure-assessment studies where required. Assess pipeline operating conditions and identify integrity risks associated with pressure, temperature, flow, product composition, and operating changes. Review pipeline operating envelopes and recommend appropriate integrity controls. Monitor pipeline performance, incidents, leaks, pressure anomalies, and integrity-related events. Lead root-cause investigations into pipeline failures, leaks, ruptures, corrosion events, and recurring integrity issues. Develop corrective and preventive actions following integrity incidents and investigations. Manage pipeline integrity databases and ensure accurate inspection, maintenance, and risk information. Use integrity-management software, GIS, analytics, and digital tools to improve risk visibility and decision-making. Develop integrity dashboards covering inspection status, risk exposure, anomalies, repairs, corrosion, and regulatory compliance. Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HSE, Projects, Inspection, and Emergency Response teams. Provide integrity requirements for new pipeline design, modifications, expansions, tie-ins, and asset upgrades. Review engineering designs, material specifications, welding requirements, coatings, corrosion protection, and integrity provisions. Participate in management-of-change processes affecting pipeline systems and operating conditions. Assess integrity risks associated with new products, changes in throughput, pressure increases, and operational modifications. Develop pipeline repair, replacement, rehabilitation, and life-extension strategies. Establish long-term integrity and asset replacement plans based on risk and remaining service life. Manage pipeline integrity budgets, resources, contractors, inspection providers, and specialist consultants. Define technical requirements and performance standards for integrity service providers. Manage relationships with inspection companies, engineering consultants, testing laboratories, and specialist vendors. Monitor contractor performance, inspection quality, technical compliance, and delivery timelines. Ensure pipeline integrity activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, codes, standards, and company requirements. Maintain readiness for regulatory inspections, audits, technical reviews, and compliance assessments. Maintain integrity management procedures, standards, inspection plans, repair criteria, and technical records. Develop emergency response requirements for pipeline leaks, ruptures, loss of containment, and other integrity events. Conduct integrity reviews following significant operational changes, incidents, or inspection findings. Identify opportunities for predictive analytics, advanced inspection technologies, remote monitoring, and automated integrity assessment. Evaluate emerging technologies including fiber-optic monitoring, digital twins, advanced in-line inspection, robotics, and predictive integrity analytics. Train and develop integrity engineers, inspectors, technicians, and relevant operational personnel. Provide senior management with regular reports on pipeline integrity risks, inspection results, compliance, incidents, costs, and improvement initiatives. Key Performance Indicators Pipeline integrity risk exposure Pipeline availability and reliability Pipeline failure frequency Leak and loss-of-containment incidents Unplanned pipeline shutdowns Corrosion rate Corrosion-related failures Cathodic protection compliance Inspection plan completion In-line inspection completion Inspection data quality High-risk anomaly closure Integrity dig completion Repair completion rate Overdue integrity actions Fitness-for-service assessment completion Remaining-life assessment coverage Preventive maintenance completion Integrity-related incident response time Root-cause investigation completion Corrective action closure Repeat integrity failure rate Regulatory compliance Integrity audit findings Contractor performance Inspection cost efficiency Integrity budget adherence Asset life-extension savings Pipeline availability improvement Risk reduction achieved Integrity program ROIIdeal Candidate The successful candidate should have strong experience in pipeline integrity management, pipeline engineering, corrosion engineering, asset integrity, inspection, reliability engineering, or oil and gas infrastructure, preferably within upstream, midstream, downstream, petrochemical, utilities, or industrial pipeline environments. The candidate should demonstrate:Strong understanding of pipeline integrity management principles and risk-based methodologies. Experience managing pipeline inspection, assessment, corrosion control, and repair programs. Strong knowledge of internal and external corrosion mechanisms and mitigation techniques. Experience with in-line inspection and intelligent pigging technologies. Understanding of pipeline defect assessment, fitness-for-service, remaining-life evaluation, and anomaly management. Knowledge of cathodic protection, coatings, corrosion monitoring, and chemical treatment. Strong understanding of pipeline materials, welding, fabrication, construction, and operating conditions. Experience managing pipeline integrity databases, GIS systems, inspection data, and risk models. Strong knowledge of applicable pipeline codes, standards, regulations, and industry practices. Experience investigating pipeline failures, leaks, corrosion events, and integrity incidents. Strong analytical, engineering, and problem-solving capabilities. Experience managing inspection contractors, engineering consultants, and specialist vendors. Strong project-management and budget-management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities. Ability to prioritize integrity risks and make technically sound recommendations. Strong understanding of process safety, environmental protection, and operational risk. Familiarity with digital integrity-management, predictive analytics, and remote monitoring technologies. Professional engineering or relevant technical certification is desirable. Experience working with international and distributed teams. A strong safety, reliability, risk-management, and continuous-improvement mindset.

Business Development Manager – Steel Structures, Aluminium, Prefab, Modular & Events<br>The Business Development Manager will be responsible for driving new business growth and expanding Albaddad’s market presence across Steel Structures, Aluminium Structures, Prefabricated Buildings, Modular Buildings, Tents, Temporary Structures, Events and Manufacturing Solutions. The role requires a commercially driven and highly proactive professional with a strong hunter mentality, capable of identifying new markets, developing strategic relationships, generating qualified opportunities, and converting prospects into profitable projects. The successful candidate will work closely with the Engineering, Estimation, Design, Production, Projects, Procurement and Operations teams to develop commercially viable solutions and successfully convert opportunities into awarded projects. Key Responsibilities1. Business Development & New Business Acquisition Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve annual revenue and gross margin targets. Identify and secure new business opportunities across UAE and GCC markets. Develop new client accounts and establish long-term commercial relationships. Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline covering short-, medium- and long-term opportunities. Conduct market research to identify emerging sectors, projects, customers and business opportunities. Proactively approach developers, contractors, government entities, event organizers, consultants, EPC companies, industrial companies and other potential clients. Generate new leads through direct prospecting, networking, industry events, referrals, tenders and strategic partnerships. Develop market-entry strategies for new products, services and geographic markets.2. Target Market & Client Development Build strong relationships with decision-makers across:Real Estate Developers Main Contractors EPC Contractors Government & Semi-Government Entities Oil & Gas & Energy Companies Industrial Companies Logistics & Warehousing Companies Event Management Companies Exhibition Organizers Sports & Entertainment Organizations Hospitality & Tourism Companies Retail & Commercial Developers Infrastructure Companies Consultants and Architects Establish relationships with key stakeholders including:CEOsManaging Directors Commercial Directors Procurement Directors Project Directors Construction Managers Engineering Managers Facility Managers Event Directors Procurement Managers Project Managers3. Product & Solution Sales Develop a strong commercial understanding of Albaddad's products and capabilities, including:Steel Structures Structural steel systems PEB / Pre-Engineered Buildings Steel fabrication Warehouses and industrial structures Large-scale steel structures Aluminium Structures Aluminium structures Lightweight structural systems Special-purpose structures Prefab & Modular Buildings Prefabricated buildings Modular buildings Site offices Accommodation units Staff facilities Temporary and semi-permanent buildings Tents & Temporary Structures Event tents Large-span structures Temporary structures Hospitality structures VIP structures Exhibition structures Sports and entertainment structures Events & Special Projects Exhibition structures Event infrastructure Temporary venues Hospitality solutions Customized structures Turnkey event-related structures Manufacturing Solutions Understand Albaddad's manufacturing capabilities and identify opportunities where customized fabrication and production solutions can generate new revenue.4. Project & Opportunity Development Identify projects at an early stage and position Albaddad before tender release. Monitor upcoming projects, tenders, developments and major events. Establish early relationships with developers, consultants and contractors. Review customer requirements and coordinate with Engineering and Estimation teams. Develop project-specific commercial strategies. Coordinate preparation of proposals, quotations and technical-commercial submissions. Lead commercial negotiations with clients. Follow up opportunities through the complete sales cycle until award. Ensure effective handover of awarded projects to the Projects / Operations team.5. Tender & Commercial Development Monitor and identify relevant tenders and RFQs. Evaluate commercial potential and recommend bid/no-bid decisions. Coordinate with Estimation, Engineering and Commercial teams on tender requirements. Develop commercial proposals and value propositions. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contractual requirements and commercial conditions. Protect company margins while maximizing the probability of winning projects. Maintain accurate records of opportunities, quotations, negotiations and expected awards.6. Strategic Partnerships Identify potential strategic partners, subcontractors, consultants and business alliances. Develop relationships that can create new project opportunities. Explore joint ventures and strategic collaborations where commercially beneficial. Represent Albaddad at industry conferences, exhibitions, trade shows and networking events. Build Albaddad's brand presence within target markets.7. CRM, Pipeline & Reporting Maintain an accurate and up-to-date CRM database. Track leads, opportunities, proposals, negotiations and awarded projects. Provide weekly and monthly sales pipeline reports. Prepare accurate sales forecasts. Track conversion rates, sales cycles and revenue performance. Monitor individual account and project profitability. Maintain a minimum qualified pipeline aligned with annual sales targets.8. Market Intelligence Monitor competitors, market pricing and industry developments. Identify market trends and emerging customer requirements. Analyze competitors' strengths, weaknesses and market positioning. Provide management with recommendations for new products, markets and commercial opportunities. Identify potential gaps in Albaddad's product portfolio and propose new business opportunities.9. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with:Engineering Structural Design Architecture Estimation / Tendering Production Procurement Projects Operations Finance Marketing Quality & HSEto ensure that customer requirements are translated into technically feasible and commercially profitable solutions. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) The Business Development Manager will be measured primarily on:Annual Revenue Generated Gross Margin / Profitability New Clients Acquired Qualified Sales Pipeline Project Conversion / Win Rate Number and Value of New Opportunities Average Sales Cycle Strategic Accounts Developed Repeat Business & Account Growth Market Expansion Required Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, Marketing or a related field.7–12 years of proven Business Development / Sales experience, preferably within construction, engineering, manufacturing, steel structures, prefab, modular buildings, events or related industries. Proven track record of generating significant new business and achieving revenue targets. Strong UAE market experience is highly preferred. GCC market experience is an advantage. Existing relationships with developers, contractors, government entities, EPC companies, industrial clients or event organizations are highly desirable. Experience selling high-value, project-based solutions. Strong understanding of B2B and consultative selling. Experience with tenders, RFQs, proposals and commercial negotiations. Strong knowledge of CRM systems and sales pipeline management. Technical / Commercial Competencies The ideal candidate should demonstrate:Strong understanding of project-based sales. Ability to understand technical products and convert technical capabilities into commercial value. Strong negotiation and closing skills. Excellent financial and commercial awareness. Ability to read and understand project requirements, specifications and scopes. Strong presentation and communication skills. Ability to develop C-Level relationships. Strong networking capabilities. Excellent market intelligence and competitor analysis skills. Ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. Strong forecasting and reporting discipline. Personal Attributes Hunter mentality Results-oriented Highly proactive and self-motivated Strong business acumen Excellent communicator and negotiator Relationship builder Strategic thinker with strong execution capability Commercially aggressive but professional Able to work under pressure and meet ambitious targets Strong ownership and accountability Willingness to travel across UAE and GCCAbility to work effectively with technical and commercial teams Preferred Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a proven Business Development professional with a strong network in the UAE/GCC construction, industrial, events or infrastructure markets, who can open doors with major organizations and convert relationships into high-value projects. Candidates with experience in Steel Structures, PEB, Aluminium Structures, Prefab, Modular Buildings, Tents, Temporary Structures, Events or Manufacturing will be strongly preferred. The candidate must demonstrate measurable achievements in:New Client Acquisition + Revenue Growth + Pipeline Development + Large Project Closing + Strategic Account Development. Preferred language: Arabic & English

Job Title: Synthetic Human Designer — AI Characters & Virtual Humans (1 Position)<br><br>About the Job<br><br>We are seeking a creative, interdisciplinary, and technically aware Synthetic Human Designer to design believable, expressive, and intelligent synthetic humans for AI-powered digital experiences. The successful candidate will work across visual appearance, digital identity, personality, behavior, movement, voice, emotion, and interaction to create synthetic humans that can communicate and behave coherently across different environments and contexts.<br><br>This is a hands-on role at the intersection of artificial intelligence, character design, digital humans, animation, storytelling, human behavior, real-time 3D, and human-AI interaction. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with AI specialists, character artists, 3D artists, animators, technical artists, writers, conversational designers, voice and performance teams, UX specialists, and developers to transform conceptual human characters into complete, interactive synthetic human experiences.<br><br>Responsibilities<br><br>Design synthetic humans from initial concept through visual, behavioral, interactive, and technical development.<br><br>Develop the overall design language of synthetic humans, including physical appearance, digital identity, personality, behavior, emotional characteristics, communication style, movement, voice, and presence.<br><br>Translate character concepts, narratives, functional requirements, cultural references, and user needs into coherent synthetic human designs.<br><br>Develop detailed character specifications covering identity, personality, background, motivations, values, goals, preferences, emotional range, behavioral patterns, and social characteristics.<br><br>Design realistic, stylized, or intentionally synthetic human appearances according to the creative and functional requirements of each project.<br><br>Collaborate with 3D artists to develop facial features, anatomy, body proportions, clothing, hair, materials, textures, and other visual elements.<br><br>Work with character and technical artists on facial rigs, blendshapes, body rigs, deformation systems, eye movement, lip synchronization, and expressive capabilities.<br><br>Design how synthetic humans communicate through facial expressions, gaze, posture, gestures, body language, movement, voice, and dialogue.<br><br>Collaborate with AI teams to connect visual character design with conversational intelligence, personality, memory, reasoning, behavior, and interaction.<br><br>Translate character concepts and behavioral intentions into practical AI requirements, prompts, system instructions, behavioral rules, examples, and evaluation criteria.<br><br>Design emotional and social behavior for synthetic humans across different situations, users, environments, and interaction contexts.<br><br>Define how synthetic humans respond to uncertainty, disagreement, conflict, unexpected events, emotional situations, misunderstandings, and changing circumstances.<br><br>Develop coherent relationships between personality, dialogue, facial expression, body language, voice, movement, and emotional state.<br><br>Collaborate with conversational designers and writers to ensure that dialogue and language consistently express the character's identity and personality.<br><br>Work with animation, motion capture, facial capture, and performance teams to develop believable human performance.<br><br>Coordinate with voice teams to establish voice characteristics, speech patterns, emotional delivery, tone, rhythm, and vocal identity.<br><br>Support integration of synthetic humans into real-time environments using platforms such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Meta Human, or comparable technologies.<br><br>Evaluate synthetic human behavior and performance for realism, coherence, responsiveness, emotional expression, continuity, and character consistency.<br><br>Identify gaps or inconsistencies between visual identity, personality, AI behavior, voice, animation, and interaction.<br><br>Participate in testing, role-play, scenario development, user research, and iterative character refinement.<br><br>Develop scenario libraries and edge cases to evaluate how synthetic humans behave across diverse interactions.<br><br>Establish design principles and evaluation criteria for believable synthetic human appearance, behavior, communication, emotional expression, and interaction.<br><br>Research emerging technologies in generative AI, digital humans, synthetic media, neural rendering, real-time character systems, conversational AI, performance capture, and intelligent avatars.<br><br>Explore new approaches to creating synthetic humans that can maintain persistent identities, relationships, memories, and evolving behavior over time.<br><br>Develop reusable design frameworks, specifications, documentation, and workflows for future synthetic human projects.<br><br>Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that creative, behavioral, technical, and user-experience requirements remain aligned throughout development.<br><br>Qualifications<br><br>Minimum BA/MA in Character Design, Animation, Digital Media, Computer Graphics, Interaction Design, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Game Design, Film, Visual Effects, Artificial Intelligence, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.<br><br>At least 3–5 years of experience in character design, digital humans, animation, interactive media, game development, virtual production, AI experiences, or a related field.<br><br>Demonstrable experience designing characters, digital humans, avatars, virtual humans, interactive agents, or comparable digital entities.<br><br>Strong understanding of human anatomy, facial expression, body language, movement, gesture, gaze, posture, and non-verbal communication.<br><br>Strong understanding of character development, personality, human behavior, emotion, social interaction, and narrative design.<br><br>Ability to translate abstract concepts such as personality, identity, emotion, and human behavior into concrete visual, behavioral, and interaction design specifications.<br><br>Familiarity with artificial intelligence, generative AI, conversational AI, large language models (LLMs), AI agents, or intelligent character systems.<br><br>Understanding of how AI-generated dialogue, personality, memory, behavior, voice, facial expression, and body movement can work together as a unified character system.<br><br>Practical familiarity with digital human and real-time character technologies such as Unreal Engine, Unity, Meta Human, Maya, Blender, ZBrush, Houdini, Motion Builder, Substance 3D, or comparable tools.<br><br>Understanding of 3D character development, rigging, skinning, facial systems, blendshapes, animation, materials, and real-time rendering.<br><br>Familiarity with motion capture, facial capture, performance capture, voice performance, lip synchronization, and character animation.<br><br>Experience collaborating with AI engineers, technical artists, animators, writers, designers, developers, performers, and UX specialists.<br><br>Strong visual and conceptual thinking combined with excellent attention to behavioral and technical detail.<br><br>Ability to analyze character behavior and identify inconsistencies between appearance, personality, dialogue, emotion, movement, and interaction.<br><br>Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to create character specifications, design guidelines, behavioral frameworks, and production briefs.<br><br>Ability to research emerging technologies and incorporate relevant developments into character and synthetic human design.<br><br>Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and rapidly evolving environments.<br><br>Experience with prototyping, testing, iteration, and user-centered evaluation of interactive characters or digital experiences.<br><br>Portfolio, showreel, or documented track record demonstrating relevant character, digital human, avatar, animation, AI, or interactive experience projects.<br><br>Fluency in English; additional languages are an asset.<br><br>What We Offer<br><br>The opportunity to design next-generation synthetic humans and AI-powered digital characters.<br><br>A highly interdisciplinary environment connecting artificial intelligence, character design, animation, storytelling, psychology, performance, real-time 3D, and human-AI interaction.<br><br>The opportunity to develop new approaches to creating believable, expressive, intelligent, and evolving synthetic humans.<br><br>Direct influence over the appearance, identity, personality, behavior, emotion, communication, and performance of digital humans.<br><br>The opportunity to explore emerging concepts of synthetic identity, artificial personality, digital presence, human-AI relationships, and intelligent characters.<br><br>Collaboration with creative and technical specialists working with advanced AI and immersive technologies.<br><br>The opportunity to experiment with emerging tools and production methods in generative AI, digital humans, real-time graphics, and interactive character systems.<br><br>Professional growth in an emerging field at the intersection of artificial intelligence, digital humans, synthetic media, and interactive experiences.<br><br>How to Apply<br><br>Please submit the following to farhang@parsikia.ir with subject line “Synthetic Human Designer — AI Characters & Virtual Humans”:<br><br>1.<br><br>CV (max 2 pages)<br><br>1.<br><br>Cover letter (1 page) describing relevant experience and why you are interested in synthetic humans and AI-powered characters<br><br>1.<br><br>Portfolio, showreel, or links to 3 relevant projects demonstrating character, digital human, avatar, animation, AI, or interactive experience design (PDF or URL)<br><br>1.<br><br>Two references (name, role, contact)<br><br>Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and asked to complete a brief practical exercise involving the design of a synthetic human, including its visual identity, personality, behavioral framework, communication style, emotional characteristics, interaction scenarios, and proposed AI and performance requirements.<br><br>We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and encourage cross-disciplinary practitioners with experience across artificial intelligence, character design, animation, psychology, storytelling, digital media, virtual production, performance, and emerging technologies to apply.

Company Description<br> <br>Work with Us. Change the World.<br> <br>At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.<br> <br>There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.<br> <br>We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.<br> <br>Job Description<br> <br>The Associate – Landscape operating as a senior design professional is responsible for driving strategy, innovation, and excellence in the design and delivery of landscape architecture projects. This role combines hands-on project leadership with team management, technical oversight, and client engagement. The Associate plays a key role in shaping project outcomes, mentoring staff, and contributing to the studio’s growth and reputation through thought leadership, quality assurance, and business development.<br> <br>Responsibilities:<br> May be required to act as a line manager and should be able to mentor, monitor timekeeping, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback on assigned technical staff. Play an active role in the technical development of the allocated team. Acts in a supporting role to the Team Leader/ Manager/ Associate Director /Director by delegating work and directing less experienced staff to complete assigned projects' technical tasks. Able to monitor and track the budget for specific tasks within the project. Take the lead on multiple landscape architecture projects and define roles and responsibilities. Lead client interface and manage projects' contractual requirements. Planned and conducted design and creative review sessions for ongoing projects and competitions. Identify skills gaps, source, interview, and recruit new joiners. Present market research outcomes and develop a thought leadership presentation for the wider team. Well aware of landscape architecture standards generally applied across landscape architecture projects sourced from landscape architecture authorities and regulatory guidelines. Drive and conduct site opportunity and constraint studies for projects, present proposals internally and externally, and derive design ideas for implementation and further consideration. Contribute to discussions and design drivers within the studio's ethos. Establish innovative visions for the projects that align with the studio ethos, the site's potential, and the project brief. Lead landscape architecture project deliverables with applicable landscape architecture authorities and client requirements. Ensure the compliance of deliverables with the scope of work and contracts. Clearly understand the scopes of Architecture, urban planning, and landscape, as well as the synergies and overlaps between them, on projects and in the studio. Able to develop new landscape architecture and building typologies applicable to projects and sites with conditions. Able to tailor design responses to project-specific conditions. Narrate landscape architecture ideas clearly through literature in reports and presentations, and guide/mentor direct reports in effective report writing. Bridge between delivering design ideas and delivering to budget. Understand client objectives and steer design thinking accordingly. Actively promote innovative landscape architecture attributes and influence peers and reports. Promote the use of innovative digital tools in landscape architecture projects and engage in internal research and development. Identify new potential areas of innovation and improvement in design ideation and presentation that the landscape architecture team can benefit from. Manage, coordinate, and deliver landscape architecture bids and proposals, tailoring technical approaches, methodologies, and delivery structures as needed. Prepare and coordinate the commercial aspects of bids in accordance with project expectations. Structure teams for landscape architecture projects with a clear understanding of project roles and responsibilities. Advocate for quality procedures applicable to the landscape architecture technical practice group and continuously apply thorough self-checks and reviews of deliverables before sharing them. Implement safety in design standards and procedures, and report on safety within and outside the work environment, including any incidents or near misses that may impact staff. Contribute to and participate in one of the U+P steering committees that promote integration, knowledge sharing, digital integration, or diversity and inclusion. Organise internal libraries and update the internal landscape architecture capabilities statement. Promote innovation and change in landscape architecture graphics across projects and document these changes for broader team use. Lead and present internal and external workshops, driving outcomes that benefit projects and the studio. May be required to act as Project Manager on small to medium-sized discipline-specific projects. Has an excellent understanding of project delivery requirements and is well-versed with the company’s procedures. Should be well-versed in using Earned Value Management to assess design progress against budget. Has the ability to build and maintain client relationships. Attend client meetings as the technical lead to gather information, discuss project requirements, and explain/ defend work. Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals—the ability to present solutions to clients professionally and technically competently. Understand bid requirements and be able to support putting together the' technical approach and methodologies' while supporting the delivery structure, coordinating input, and implementing the commercial aspects of bids. Supports business development and selling initiatives to expand work assignments, including managing client relationships and expectations. Assists with proposal development and participates in creating bids and technical write-ups for proposals. Leads communication with clients to discuss work scope, requests information to support project execution and receives client comments on draft work products. Presents to clients, senior leadership and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress and clearly explain design principles. Responsible for coordinating with the other disciplines to ensure no design gaps and provide fully coordinated design deliverables. <br>Qualifications<br> Minimum 10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, with demonstrated expertise in project design and delivery Bachelors degree in the relevant discipline field. Masters degree preferred. Working towards professional membership in Urban Design or Architecture e.g. RIBA or equivalent in the relevant discipline degree. ping junior design professionals <br>Please note: Applicants should upload a portfolio demonstrating landscape architecture design work along with their application.<br> <br>Additional Information<br> <br>At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.<br> <br>About AECOM<br> <br>AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.<br> <br>AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.<br> <br>What makes AECOM a great place to work<br> <br>You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.<br> <br>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.<br> <br>Req ID: J10159165<br> <br>Business Line: U&P<br> <br>Business Group: DCS<br> <br>Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa<br> <br>Career Area: Design<br> <br>Work Location Model: Hybrid

Company Description<br> <br>Work with Us. Change the World.<br> <br>At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.<br> <br>There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.<br> <br>We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.<br> <br>Job Description<br> <br>The Associate – Landscape operating as a senior design professional is responsible for driving strategy, innovation, and excellence in the design and delivery of landscape architecture projects. This role combines hands-on project leadership with team management, technical oversight, and client engagement. The Associate plays a key role in shaping project outcomes, mentoring staff, and contributing to the studio’s growth and reputation through thought leadership, quality assurance, and business development.<br> <br>Responsibilities:<br> May be required to act as a line manager and should be able to mentor, monitor timekeeping, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback on assigned technical staff. Play an active role in the technical development of the allocated team. Acts in a supporting role to the Team Leader/ Manager/ Associate Director /Director by delegating work and directing less experienced staff to complete assigned projects' technical tasks. Able to monitor and track the budget for specific tasks within the project. Take the lead on multiple landscape architecture projects and define roles and responsibilities. Lead client interface and manage projects' contractual requirements. Planned and conducted design and creative review sessions for ongoing projects and competitions. Identify skills gaps, source, interview, and recruit new joiners. Present market research outcomes and develop a thought leadership presentation for the wider team. Well aware of landscape architecture standards generally applied across landscape architecture projects sourced from landscape architecture authorities and regulatory guidelines. Drive and conduct site opportunity and constraint studies for projects, present proposals internally and externally, and derive design ideas for implementation and further consideration. Contribute to discussions and design drivers within the studio's ethos. Establish innovative visions for the projects that align with the studio ethos, the site's potential, and the project brief. Lead landscape architecture project deliverables with applicable landscape architecture authorities and client requirements. Ensure the compliance of deliverables with the scope of work and contracts. Clearly understand the scopes of Architecture, urban planning, and landscape, as well as the synergies and overlaps between them, on projects and in the studio. Able to develop new landscape architecture and building typologies applicable to projects and sites with conditions. Able to tailor design responses to project-specific conditions. Narrate landscape architecture ideas clearly through literature in reports and presentations, and guide/mentor direct reports in effective report writing. Bridge between delivering design ideas and delivering to budget. Understand client objectives and steer design thinking accordingly. Actively promote innovative landscape architecture attributes and influence peers and reports. Promote the use of innovative digital tools in landscape architecture projects and engage in internal research and development. Identify new potential areas of innovation and improvement in design ideation and presentation that the landscape architecture team can benefit from. Manage, coordinate, and deliver landscape architecture bids and proposals, tailoring technical approaches, methodologies, and delivery structures as needed. Prepare and coordinate the commercial aspects of bids in accordance with project expectations. Structure teams for landscape architecture projects with a clear understanding of project roles and responsibilities. Advocate for quality procedures applicable to the landscape architecture technical practice group and continuously apply thorough self-checks and reviews of deliverables before sharing them. Implement safety in design standards and procedures, and report on safety within and outside the work environment, including any incidents or near misses that may impact staff. Contribute to and participate in one of the U+P steering committees that promote integration, knowledge sharing, digital integration, or diversity and inclusion. Organise internal libraries and update the internal landscape architecture capabilities statement. Promote innovation and change in landscape architecture graphics across projects and document these changes for broader team use. Lead and present internal and external workshops, driving outcomes that benefit projects and the studio. May be required to act as Project Manager on small to medium-sized discipline-specific projects. Has an excellent understanding of project delivery requirements and is well-versed with the company’s procedures. Should be well-versed in using Earned Value Management to assess design progress against budget. Has the ability to build and maintain client relationships. Attend client meetings as the technical lead to gather information, discuss project requirements, and explain/ defend work. Participates in the development and preparation of bids and proposals—the ability to present solutions to clients professionally and technically competently. Understand bid requirements and be able to support putting together the' technical approach and methodologies' while supporting the delivery structure, coordinating input, and implementing the commercial aspects of bids. Supports business development and selling initiatives to expand work assignments, including managing client relationships and expectations. Assists with proposal development and participates in creating bids and technical write-ups for proposals. Leads communication with clients to discuss work scope, requests information to support project execution and receives client comments on draft work products. Presents to clients, senior leadership and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress and clearly explain design principles. Responsible for coordinating with the other disciplines to ensure no design gaps and provide fully coordinated design deliverables. <br>Qualifications<br> Minimum 10 years of professional experience in landscape architecture, with demonstrated expertise in project design and delivery Bachelors degree in the relevant discipline field. Masters degree preferred. Working towards professional membership in Urban Design or Architecture e.g. RIBA or equivalent in the relevant discipline degree. ping junior design professionals <br>Please note: Applicants should upload a portfolio demonstrating landscape architecture design work along with their application.<br> <br>Additional Information<br> <br>At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.<br> <br>About AECOM<br> <br>AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.<br> <br>AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.<br> <br>What makes AECOM a great place to work<br> <br>You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.<br> <br>As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.<br> <br>Req ID: J10159165<br> <br>Business Line: U&P<br> <br>Business Group: DCS<br> <br>Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa<br> <br>Career Area: Design<br> <br>Work Location Model: Hybrid