Technical Draftsman / Technical Detailer – Riyadh
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Experience: 3–5+ years
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Technical Draftsman / Technical Detailer to join our client in Riyadh.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in woodworking, joinery, furniture, exhibition stands, event production, stage scenery or TV studio set construction and be able to convert design concepts into complete, workshop-ready production packages.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed 2D and 3D technical/shop drawings using AutoCAD.
- Work directly from SketchUp designer models and develop them into production-ready drawings.
- Prepare detailed execution and shop drawings with dimensions, materials, connections and assembly details.
- Prepare DXF/DWG files for CNC cutting.
- Prepare panel nesting and material optimization layouts.
- Prepare cutting lists, component schedules and assembly details.
- Ensure drawings are suitable for workshop fabrication and on-site installation.
- Coordinate with designers, workshop teams and project teams to resolve technical details.
- Apply practical knowledge of carpentry, woodwork and joinery construction methods.
- Understand workshop fabrication processes and site assembly requirements.
- Knowledge of light steel structures and metal fabrication is an advantage.
Required Skills & Experience
- 3–5+ years of relevant experience in joinery, furniture, woodworking, exhibition stands, event production, stage scenery, TV studio sets or similar industries.
- Strong knowledge of AutoCAD 2D & 3D.
- Strong working knowledge of SketchUp.
- Experience preparing shop/execution drawings.
- Experience with CNC router/file preparation, DXF/DWG and panel nesting.
- Good understanding of woodwork, carpentry and joinery detailing.
- Understanding of workshop fabrication and installation requirements.
- Ability to read and interpret design concepts and develop them into production drawings.
- Strong attention to detail and practical understanding of how designs are manufactured and assembled.
Preferred Background
Candidates from the following sectors are particularly encouraged to apply:
- Exhibition stands & event production
- Stage scenery / theatre workshops
- TV studio set construction
- Furniture manufacturing
- Custom joinery & carpentry
- Interior fit-out / specialist joinery
Important: Candidates whose experience is limited to mechanical equipment, heavy steel structures, tanks, piping or sheet-metal production will not be considered unless they also have proven experience in woodwork, joinery and CNC-router preparation.
Application
Please apply with your updated CV. A portfolio or samples of technical/shop drawings demonstrating relevant woodworking, joinery, CNC or exhibition projects would be highly appreciated.
