Electrical Draughtsperson

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting an established engineering consulting firm in Kimberley to hire an Electrical Draughtsperson on a contract basis. You will create detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts from engineers' designs, focusing on industrial plants, commercial buildings, and infrastructure.

You will collaborate with engineers to ensure accuracy, maintain drawing registers, and update drawings for site modifications.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Electrical Draughtsperson.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; experience with Revit MEP is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of electrical symbols, standards, and drafting practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and multitasking skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Familiarity with South African electrical codes and regulations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Produce precise electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring details using CAD software.
• Interpret engineering designs, specifications, and calculations to create accurate technical drawings.
• Ensure all drawings adhere to relevant industry standards (e.g., SANS) and company drafting conventions.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to review and refine designs and drawings for projects in Kimberley.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, and ensure proper document control.
• Assist in the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) based on drawings.
• Update existing drawings to reflect site modifications or design changes.
• Perform basic drafting checks for clarity, completeness, and accuracy.
• Support the engineering team with any drafting-related queries.

Skills

Electrical drafting

AutoCAD

Electrical symbols & standards

Reading drawings

Teamwork & communication

Education

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an established engineering consulting firm, is seeking a skilled Electrical Draughtsperson for a contract position in **Kimberley**. This role involves creating detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts based on designs provided by engineers. You will work on a variety of projects, including industrial plants, commercial buildings, and infrastructure developments. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical drawing skills, proficiency in CAD software, and a good understanding of electrical symbols and standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented draughtsperson to contribute to significant projects within the **Northern Cape** region.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce precise electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring details using CAD software.
• Interpret engineering designs, specifications, and calculations to create accurate technical drawings.
• Ensure all drawings adhere to relevant industry standards (e.g., SANS) and company drafting conventions.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to review and refine designs and drawings for projects in **Kimberley**.
• Maintain drawing registers, revisions, and ensure proper document control.
• Assist in the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) based on drawings.
• Update existing drawings to reflect site modifications or design changes.
• Perform basic drafting checks for clarity, completeness, and accuracy.
• Support the engineering team with any drafting-related queries.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as an Electrical Draughtsperson.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; experience with other CAD software (e.g., Revit MEP) is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of electrical symbols, standards, and drafting practices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Familiarity with South African electrical codes and regulations is beneficial.

Benefits

• Contract position with a competitive annual remuneration of ZAR.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects in **Kimberley**.
• Exposure to a professional engineering environment.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and project needs.
• Regular performance feedback.
• Contribution to key infrastructure projects in the **Northern Cape**.