Aluminum Technical Engineer KBS Aluminum Installation

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. PROJECT COORDINATION & MANAGEMENT

• Attend project meetings with clients, consultants, architects, and contractors

• Coordinate with project managers on project timelines and milestones

• Prepare technical submissions and method statements

• Conduct site surveys and take accurate measurements

• Coordinate with sub-contractors and suppliers for material procurement

• Track project progress and provide regular status updates

• Resolve technical queries and RFIs (Requests for Information) promptly

• Manage design changes and variation orders

1. QUALITY ASSURANCE & COMPLIANCE

• Ensure all designs comply with local building codes, regulations, and standards

• Verify structural integrity and safety of aluminum installations

• Review fabrication processes and approve production methods

• Inspect welding quality, surface finishes, and assembly accuracy

• Ensure compliance with management systems

• Approve mock-ups and samples before mass production

• Identify non-conformances and implement corrective actions

• Maintain quality documentation, inspection reports, and test certificates

• Liaise with third-party testing agencies when required

1. TECHNICAL SUPPORT

• Provide technical guidance to workshop supervisors and fabrication teams

• Support installation crews with technical drawings and installation procedures

• Troubleshoot on-site issues and provide immediate engineering solutions

• Advise on material substitutions and alternative solutions

• Assist estimation team with technical details for quotations

• Conduct value engineering to optimize costs without compromising quality

1. DOCUMENTATION & ADMINISTRATION

• Maintain organized project files and technical documentation

• Prepare technical reports, calculation sheets, and engineering notes

• Archive material certificates, test reports, and warranty documents

• Update standard details and drawing templates

• Contribute to continuous improvement of company standards

Professional Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience in aluminum fabrication industry

• Proven track record in designing aluminum curtain walls, windows, facades, or cladding systems

• Experience in reading and interpreting architectural and structural drawings

• Knowledge of aluminum extrusion profiles and fabrication processes

• Familiarity with installation procedures and site coordination

Technical Competencies

• CAD Software: Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (essential)

• Material Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of aluminum alloys (6061, 6063, etc.), properties, and applications

• Fabrication Processes: Knowledge of cutting, welding, bending, drilling, and finishing techniques

• Surface Finishing: Understanding of anodizing, powder coating, and polishing processes

• Hardware & Glazing: Familiarity with door/window hardware, sealants, gaskets, and glass specifications

• Standards & Codes: Knowledge of relevant building codes, ASTM standards, and British/European standards