2D CAD Draftsperson

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a skilled 2D CAD Draftsperson in Cape Town. The role involves creating P&IDs, managing CAD data, and ensuring compliance with project standards. Suitable candidates should have relevant qualifications and at least two years of CAD experience. Join a dynamic team to contribute to innovative engineering design projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience using object-oriented database CAD software.
• Proficiency in intelligent object-oriented CAD platforms and 2D CAD software.
• South African Citizenship or Permanent Residency.

Responsibilities

• Creating intelligent P&IDs using various software systems.
• Setting up links with 3D pipe modelling software.
• Updating redlines for As-Built status.

Skills

P&IDs creation

Database CAD software

Communication skills

Education

Certificate, diploma, or degree in engineering or CAD drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Siemens COMOS

Job description

Overview

Role: 2D CAD Draftsperson

Industry: Engineering & Design

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Employment Type: Permanent

Our client is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced 2D CAD Draftsperson to join their dynamic and growing team in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented draughting professional to contribute to high-quality engineering design deliverables across a range of cutting-edge projects.

As a 2D CAD Draftsperson, you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Creating intelligent P&IDs using Autodesk Plant 3D, Bentley OpenPlant, Siemens COMOS, and similar platforms
• Setting up and maintaining links with 3D pipe modelling software
• Populating equipment data within the CAD database
• Generating standard and custom deliverables, queries, and reports from the database
• Preparing drawings for checking, squad review, and formal issue in line with project requirements
• Updating redlines to reflect As-Built status
• Ensuring all drawings comply with relevant project standards and statutory requirements
• Adhering strictly to ADP Group draughting and CAD procedures
• Uploading all CAD files to the correct folders within the Document Management System

Qualifications

• A certificate, diploma, or degree in engineering, CAD drafting, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience using object-oriented database CAD software
• Proficiency in intelligent object-oriented CAD platforms and 2D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, Siemens COMOS)
• Experience in CAD database configuration and administration
• South African Citizenship or Permanent Residency
• Based in Cape Town
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, vendors, and colleagues

If you\'re ready to bring precision and creativity to a team that values technical excellence, apply now and help shape the future of engineering design.