Draughtsman

SUMMARY:
Company based in Heidelberg Gauteng is seeking a skilled Draughtsman to join their team. This is a contract position with the posibility of becoming permanent.

POSITION INFO:
Core Responsibilities

• Plant and Equipment Design
• Develop complete plant layouts based on process requirements and client input.
• Perform concept and detailed design of mechanical equipment and plant systems.
• Model large mechanical assemblies in 3D CAD.
• Produce General Arrangement drawings and fabrication drawings.
• Manufacturing Drawings
• Generate manufacturing drawings and DXF files for CNC cutting.
• Prepare assembly drawings and exploded views.
• Ensure designs are manufacturable and practical for fabrication.
• Product Development
• Assist with development of standard plant equipment and product designs.
• Compile procurement lists, supplier information, and supporting documentation.
• Engineering & Workshop Support
• Provide technical support to workshop and installation teams.
• Assist with resolving engineering or fabrication problems.
• Participate in manufacturing and process planning.

• Maintain CAD models, assemblies, and configurations.
• Ensure proper drawing revision control and documentation.
• Maintain drawing registers, storage, and backups.
• Check drawings for correctness, accuracy, and manufacturability.
• Ensure internal engineering standards are followed.
• Manage or guide other designers when required.

• Conduct design reviews with management and engineering teams.
• Participate in client design review meetings when required.
• Identify recurring design issues and implement improvement checklists.
• Ensure all designs meet technical, safety, and manufacturing standards.

• Develop drawing schedules aligned with project timelines.
• Coordinate design activities with engineering and project teams.
• Track drawing progress and update project schedules.
• Support project execution from design through installation.

• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for procurement.
• Assist with sourcing or reviewing components.
• Check received parts against design specifications.
• Support procurement teams with technical clarification.

• Assist with concept designs for project quotations.
• Prepare technical scopes of work.
• Support engineering teams with costing information.
• Assist in preparation of technical documentation for proposals.

• Software Experience
  • SolidWorks (strongly preferred)
  • AutoCAD
• Technical Skills
  • 3D modelling and large assemblies
  • Structural steel and sheet metal design
  • Industrial ducting systems
  • Conveyor and material handling equipment
  • Piping layouts and plant integration
• Additional Advantage
  • SolidWorks Simulation or FEA analysis

• Mechanical Draughting Diploma or Engineering Diploma.
• Minimum 5 years SolidWorks design experience.
• Experience producing fabrication drawings.
• Preferred Experience
• Industrial plant design
• Spray booths or coating plants
• Conveyor systems
• Structural steel frameworks
• Manufacturing environments