CAD / CAM & R&D Engineer – Fabric & Wood

ABYATIndia, India

21 hours ago

Job description

Join the Team at ABYAT - Your Gateway to Retail Excellence!

About us

Are you ready to be part of the largest retail store in the Middle East ABYAT , spanning an impressive 22,000 square meters and offering over 22,000 products, is your one-stop destination for all things home improvement and more. From elegant tiles and captivating wallpapers to state-of-the-art lighting solutions and stylish kitchen fixtures, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse array of top-quality products under one roof.

Established locally with a vision for excellence, ABYAT has been setting benchmarks since its inception in September 2005. With an unwavering focus on our customers, we've crafted an experience that revolves around their needs, from our meticulously designed store layouts to our unparalleled service offerings.

Expanding beyond our roots in Kuwait, ABYAT is now making waves in Saudi Arabia and setting our sights on Qatar and the UAE. As we continue to grow, we're seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our journey of success.

Position : CAD / CAM & R&D Engineer – Fabric & Wood

Location : Kuwait

Type : Full-time

About the role :

To digitize and optimize the design-to-production process for both wood and fabric components. The engineer will create precise digital models, nesting layouts, and CNC-ready programs for the iEcho automatic fabric cutter, beam saw, and 5-axis CNC. This position bridges design, production, and prototype fabrication, ensuring high precision and maximum material yield.

Key Responsibilities

Develop 2D / 3D product designs and components in AutoCAD, Rhino, or SolidWorks.
Prepare toolpaths and nesting programs for (fabric), automatic beam saw, and 3,4,5-axis CNC

(wood).

Collaborate with R&D lead and prototype technicians to build, test, and refine prototypes.

Standardize digital libraries : templates, parametric models, and cut-file archives.

Optimize material yield through nesting and machine simulation.

Maintain revision control, ensuring design changes are documented and traceable.

Train operators and ensure CNC machines receive correct digital files.

Conduct time and material studies for prototype builds.

Qualifications :

Strong knowledge of CNC machining, nesting software, and toolpath generation.

Experience with AutoCAD, Rhino, SolidWorks.

Understanding of both wood fabrication and upholstery / fabric patterning processes.

Analytical mindset with ability to troubleshoot digital-to-machine errors.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Precision and attention to detail.

Cross-disciplinary knowledge (wood + fabric).

Process thinking and continuous improvement mindset.

Strong collaboration with production, supply chain, and R&D prototype teams

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