Draughtsman

Full Time 3 months ago Heidelberg, South Africa

Employment Information

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.
Drawing Office Responsibilities
  • 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.
Quality and Design Reviews
  • 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.
Project Coordination
  • 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.
Procurement and Technical Support
  • 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.
Marketing and Quotation Support
  • 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.
Technical Requirements
  • 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
Experience Requirements
Minimum Requirements
  • 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
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