Sohail M.

Experience

• Lead Design Technician Etihad Airways Engineering · Full-time Sep 2025 – Present 9 mos Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates • Lead and manage daily CAD team activities, including task assignment, drawing review, and approval.
  • Develop and validate technical drawings and sketches to support repairs and modifications.
  • Provide rapid response to AOG, line, base, and workshop queries, meeting strict KPIs.
  • Design and approve tooling, fixtures, jigs, placards, and livery drawings.
  • Perform LOPA (Layout of Passenger Accommodation) modifications, including First and Economy seating reconfiguration.
  • Prepare engineering proposals for cabin designs and configuration changes.
  • Design and support 3D printed aircraft parts in compliance with Part 21G requirements.
  • Support additive manufacturing and installation of approved components.
  • Prepare structural damage reports, dent & buckle charts, and repair documentation.
  • Conduct corrosion mapping on aircraft structures, wings, pylons, and engines.
  • Supervise installation of decals and mandatory regulatory markings
• Sr. Draftsman SAMI Alsalam Aerospace Industires · Full-time Aug 2007 – Dec 2024 17 yrs 4 mos Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia • Produced aircraft modification and repair drawings in compliance with aviation standards.
  • Managed EAR/EAD including EOC, REAR, and STC records.
  • Prepared supplement manuals, corrosion reports, and technical documentation.
  • Supported interior reconfiguration, seat layouts, and structural modifications.
  • Ensured compliance with GACA, FAA, and EASA regulations.
  • Coordinated with engineering teams to resolve design and maintenance issues.
  • Contributed to new design proposals and engineering improvements.
  • Developed aircraft livery designs for narrow-body and wide-body aircraft.
• CAD Operator 3. Gray Mackenzie Restaurants International Ltd · Full-time Apr 2006 – Aug 2007 1 yrs 4 mos Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan • Prepared architectural drawings and 3D presentations for restaurant and retail projects.
  • Designed interior and exterior layouts for multi-branch developments.
  • Key projects included:
  o KFC Restaurants (18 Branches)
  o Indulge Restaurants (4 Branches)
  o My Super Store (10 Branches)
  o BMA Capital (5 Branches)
  • Produced fit-out drawings, furniture layouts, and finishing details.
  • Ensured design consistency across multiple locations.