Junior Draughtsman

SUMMARY:
A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Junior Draughtsman to join its technical design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual looking to build a career in engineering design and drafting while gaining exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines.

POSITION INFO:
A well-established engineering consulting firm is seeking a Junior Draughtsman to join its technical design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual looking to build a career in engineering design and drafting while gaining exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate engineering drawings, layouts, schematics and design documentation.
• Assist engineers and senior draughtsmen with design and drafting activities.
• Update and revise drawings in line with engineering changes and project requirements.
• Ensure drawings comply with relevant engineering standards, specifications and company procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of drawing registers and technical documentation.
• Interpret engineering sketches, specifications and design information.
• Maintain accurate drawing files and revision control.
• Liaise with engineers and other technical team members to resolve drawing-related queries.
• Support the project team with general drafting and design requirements.
• Ensure all drawings are completed accurately and within project deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Draughting qualification such as N6 Mechanical/Electrical Draughting, National Certificate, Diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years’ relevant drafting experience; internships and graduate experience will be considered.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
• Experience with Revit, Plant 3D, EPLAN or other engineering design software will be advantageous.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, symbols and standards.
• Strong computer literacy.
• Good mathematical and technical aptitude.
• Valid South African driver's licence will be advantageous.