Digital Fabrication Specialist

Hayy Jameel
, developed and managed by Art Jameel , is Jeddah's dedicated home for the arts and a creative hub for Saudi Arabia. Designed by award-winning architects waiwai , Hayy draws its name from the Arabic word for neighbourhood, reflecting the complex's spirit of community, collaboration, and cross-disciplinary exchange. Alongside Hayy Arts (the museum), Hayy Learning, and Hayy Studios, the centre is also home to Hayy Cinema
-Saudi Arabia's first independent audiovisual centre-designed by Jeddah-based architects Bricklab .

Hayy Makers is the latest addition to Hayy Jameel: an innovative space dedicated to empowering and supporting the artistic community by providing a dynamic environment for collaboration, experimentation, and production. It aims to foster artistic expression, skill development, and cultural exchange through state-of-the-art facilities, diverse programming, expert guidance, and a welcoming, inclusive community. The goal is to inspire artists and producers to push creative boundaries, explore new ideas, and share their work with broader audiences-ultimately contributing to the future of art in Saudi Arabia.

The Digital Fabrication Specialist plays a central role in supporting the daily operations and growth of Hayy Makers. This position combines hands-on technical expertise in digital fabrication with a strong focus on education and community engagement. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, delivering user inductions, developing training programmes, and ensuring a culture of safe, informed, and creative making.

The Specialist will also lead and support the delivery of workshops and courses for a diverse range of users, including artists, designers, students, and the wider community, ensuring that users are confident, safe, and capable of using the tools and technologies provided.

• Maintain and support the day-to-day functionality of Hayy Makers tools and equipment, with a focus on digital fabrication tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to digital and analog fabrication technologies.
• Set up, maintain, and calibrate digital fabrication machinery, including 3D printers, CNC routers, laser cutters, and related computer systems.
• Support inventory management and ensure availability of spare parts and consumables.

• Develop and deliver structured induction programmes for new members on safe and effective equipment use.
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate skill-building workshops and short courses tailored to users of varying experience levels.
• Create training resources, signage, and documentation that promote best practices and technical confidence.
• Collaborate with the wider Hayy Makers team to co-develop programming that integrates digital fabrication into cross-disciplinary creative practice.

• Ensure the safe operation of the Hayy Makers at all times and uphold best practices in tool use and studio management.
• Develop and implement safety protocols, risk assessments, and emergency procedures across fabrication zones.
• Monitor member usage and provide real-time support and guidance as needed, including evening/weekend coverage if required.

• Participate in evaluating and piloting new tools and software that align with the creative goals of the space.
• Recommend and assist in implementing upgrades or improvements to existing equipment and workflows.
• Research and liaise with local and regional suppliers and service providers for maintenance, materials, and upgrades.
• Collaborate with Hayy Jameel's wider teams (Learning, Public Programming, Studios, etc.) to support multidisciplinary projects and community engagement.
• Provide occasional support to IT or technical staff as required.

• Hands-on experience in digital fabrication, engineering, product design, architecture, or a related technical/creative field.
• Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining digital fabrication equipment (3D printers, CNC, laser cutters).
• Experience delivering inductions, training, or workshops in a technical or creative context.
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