Contract Draughtsman

MC Technology Staffing; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you will play a crucial role as a Draughtsman in the defence sector. You will create precise 2D and 3D technical drawings for vehicle components, ensuring they meet stringent standards. Collaborate with engineers and designers to deliver high-quality models and documentation that support efficient manufacturing. Your expertise will drive innovation in vehicle design, making a significant impact on mission-specific requirements. If you have a passion for engineering and a keen eye for detail, this is the perfect opportunity for you to excel in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years draughting experience in the automotive field, preferably military vehicles.
• Professional drafting credentials or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings based on specifications.
• Track and document all design changes ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Automotive Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Manual Drafting Tools

FEA Software

Job description

Working closely with engineers, designers, and production teams, the Draughtsman ensures all drawings meet strict defence standards, support efficient manufacturing, and reflect mission-specific requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILIITES

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D technical drawings of vehicle components, assemblies, and systems based on engineering, customer, and safety specifications.
• Prepare solid models of components, sub-assemblies, and full vehicles using company-defined file structure and numbering protocols.
• Set up and manage high-quality rendering models for reviews, presentations, and design verification.
• Track and document all design changes and updates, ensuring technical drawings remain accurate, traceable, and compliant with standards.
• Deliver complete drawing packages including assembly instructions, change logs, and BOMs (Bill of Materials) to support manufacturing, integration, and maintenance.
• Assist during the prototyping phase, supporting build and test activities to enable closed-loop feedback and iterative design improvements.
• Maintain and enforce draughting standards across all design projects and documents.

Project Execution & Compliance :

• Meet project deadlines by delivering completed drawing sets on time, supporting agile development in fast-paced defence projects.
• Ensure all technical drawings comply with internal design standards and align with statutory and defence-related requirements for manufacturing.
• Delivery of structured technical documentation necessary for compliance with military certifications and procurement processes.
• Expand the drawing standards to include lessons learnt, adapting to internal manufacturing processes and requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure drawings accurately reflect design intent and functional requirements.
• Collaborate with industrial designers to maintain balance between performance, aesthetics, and operational functionality in vehicle design.
• Liaise with the production team to ensure manufacturability of components using available defence-grade materials and processes.
• Coordinate with HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality) personnel to ensure all designs adhere to military safety standards and quality assurance requirements.
• Engage with military customers or end-users to understand mission-specific needs and translate those into practical engineering drawings.
• Communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, and project managers to ensure design coherence and timely delivery.
• Contributes to the evolution of internal draughting and design standards, incorporating lessons learned from field feedback and combat testing.
• Identify and implement improvements in technical drawing processes to enhance efficiency, traceability, and quality.
• Stay up to date with defence industry trends, CAD tools, and draughting technologies to support innovation in vehicle development.
• Ensure drawing standards remain aligned with evolving manufacturing capabilities and military engineering requirements.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree or diploma in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant work experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry, particularly in a similar role. 8 years draughting experience in an Automotive field. Previous experience in the military vehicle design environment would be greatly advantageous.
• Minimum of professional drafting credentials or equivalent certification.
• Proficiency in CAD Software : Essential for creating detailed 2D and 3D drawings.
• Manual Drafting Skills
• Understanding of Technical Drawings and Standards : Ability to interpret and create drawings according to industry norms.

SKILLS

• Attention to Detail : Precision is crucial in technical drawings to avoid costly mistakes.
• Communication Skills : To liaise effectively with engineers, architects, and clients.
• Problem-Solving : Ability to troubleshoot design issues or identify inefficiencies.
• Time Management : Meeting deadlines and handling multiple projects efficiently.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Able to work overtime as and when required.
• Basic simulation / FEA (Finite Element Analysis)