CAD Designer

growwithstow; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovative storage solutions company in South Africa seeks a CAD Designer to analyze drawings and produce project designs using CAD software. The ideal candidate will have a technical background in industrial design or mechanics and experience in an industrial environment. Strong proficiency in CAD tools is essential, along with a detail-oriented and team player mindset. This role offers a structured environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Structured environment focused on quality & safety

Innovative global company

Qualifications

• Experience as a CAD Designer / Draftsman in an industrial environment.
• Good command of CAD tools.
• Structured, detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Analyse drawings and technical input from stakeholders.
• Produce project and equipment drawings using CAD software.
• Collaborate closely with engineering colleagues.

Skills

CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor)

Detail-oriented mindset

Team player

Education

Technical background in industrial design, mechanics or equivalent

Job description

The stow group markets innovative storage solutions based on efficient and automated production processes.
The product ranges manufactured in our factories meet the logistical challenges of our customers, internationally.

Every day, our “Rack Stars” work on developing innovative solutions for clients around the world. The passion, imagination, and determination of our employees are essential to our success as a market leader. Whether you are a recent graduate or an experienced professional, you have great ideas and skills, and stow is the perfect place to make your mark!

If you want to grow as a professional, we have a spot waiting for you at stow.

stow values your strengths, because they are our strengths!

We are a dynamic global company looking for passionate people to help us innovate at every level.

Location:

South Africa

Job Description

• Analyse drawings, sketches and technical input from internal stakeholders
• Detect missing information, inconsistencies or technical risks
• Produce project and equipment drawings using CAD software, in line with internal standards
• Convert construction drawings into proper project drawings
• Perform on-site measurements and update drawings accordingly
• Collaborate closely with engineering colleagues
• Work in full compliance with stow QHSE standards and local legislation
• Apply Lean principles and support continuous improvement
• Ensure safe, efficient and high-quality execution of all tasks
• Ensure correct storage and documentation of drawings
• Follow engineering approval workflows
• Register working hours accurately
• Share technical knowledge within the engineering team
• Participate in training and CAD tool development
• Continuously improve technical skills

Qualifications

• 🎓 Technical background in industrial design, mechanics or equivalent
• 🧩 Experience as a CAD Designer / Draftsman in an industrial environment
• 💻 Good command of CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor or similar)
• 📐 Structured, detail-oriented and quality-driven mindset
• 🤝 Team player with a strong sense of internal service

Additional information

⭐ Why join stow?

• 🌍 International industrial group with strong technical standards
• 🧱 Structured environment focused on quality & safety
• 📈 Opportunities to develop your expertise over time

👉 Ready to take on this challenge? Apply now and help us shape the future of intralogistics projects !

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