CAD Drafting Technician: Entry-Level Heavy Equipment Design

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited in Parys, Free State, South Africa, invites applications for a Drafting Technician. This entry-level role supports the Engineering department, updates drawings, and converts sketches into precise digital formats using SolidWorks and DraftSight.

You will collaborate with engineers, learn company drafting standards, and help maintain documentation, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Entry-level CAD Technician role supporting engineering documentation priorities.
• Proficient with CAD software and able to convert sketches into precise digital drawings.
• Ensure drawings conform to company standards.
• Assist in creating Service Bulletins and Maintenance Bulletins.
• Organize and archive CAD files and project docs.
• Collaborate with engineering and other departments professionally.

Responsibilities

• Complete drawing updates for parts books using DraftSight and SolidWorks with ECN adherence.
• Update existing drawings and models from after-market kit details.
• Assist senior designers with engineering changes for as-built updates.
• Convert rough sketches into precise digital representations.
• Review drawings for standard conformity and quality.
• Support PSB and MB creation clearly and effectively.
• Organize and archive CAD files and project documentation.
• Communicate professionally with co-workers and other departments.
• Develop and maintain CAD procedures.

Skills

Technical drawing

Precision

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Critical thinking

SolidWorks

DraftSight

MS Office

Education

CAD Technician diploma or degree

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

MS Office

Job description

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited in Parys, Free State, South Africa, invites applications for a Drafting Technician. This entry-level role supports the Engineering department, updates drawings, and converts sketches into precise digital formats using SolidWorks and DraftSight.

You will collaborate with engineers, learn company drafting standards, and help maintain documentation, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.