Apprentice Mechanical Draughtsperson: CAD Training

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive on-the-job training

Mentorship from seasoned professionals

Competitive apprenticeship pay

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, invites applications for an Apprentice Mechanical Draughtsperson. The role offers hands-on training in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks), drafting standards, materials, and manufacturing processes.

You will work under experienced draughtspersons and engineers in a full-time, on-site program. Ideal candidates have a matric with strong maths and physical science, a keen interest in mechanical engineering, and a capacity to learn CAD software.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate or equivalent with strong maths/science.
• Interest in mechanical engineering, design and technical drawing.
• Proficiency with CAD software and basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D mechanical drawings using CAD software.
• Develop schematics, layouts, and assembly drawings for mechanical parts and systems.
• Ensure drawings meet industry standards and client specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers to refine designs and incorporate feedback.
• Maintain and update drawing libraries and documentation.
• Assist in preparing Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Learn and apply principles of mechanical design and manufacturing.

Skills

Math & physics

Attention to detail

Spatial reasoning

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Interest in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, invites applications for an Apprentice Mechanical Draughtsperson. The role offers hands-on training in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks), drafting standards, materials, and manufacturing processes.

You will work under experienced draughtspersons and engineers in a full-time, on-site program. Ideal candidates have a matric with strong maths and physical science, a keen interest in mechanical engineering, and a capacity to learn CAD software.