Junior Mechanical Draughtsman: From Drawings to Production

Hydrofire; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrofire is seeking a practical and motivated Junior Mechanical Draughtsman to join our operations team. This role goes beyond desk CAD, involving hands-on drafting and product development with fireplace assembly and sheet-metal fabrication.

You will work with the Operations Manager to take components from idea → drawing → manufacture → inspection → finished product, while coordinating with local suppliers and ensuring quality.

Qualifications

• Qualification in mechanical drafting or related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (Inventor or SolidWorks).
• Good 2D drawing ability (AutoCAD).
• Understanding of sheet metal fabrication.
• Ability to read drawings and verify components.
• Detail-oriented with organisational skills.
• Hands-on, willing to work in office and workshop.
• Ownership, problem solving and supplier communication.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for fireplace and flue components, brackets, cover plates, vents and other fabricated items.
• Prepare manufacturing-ready drawings for laser cutting, bending, welding and assembly.
• Update drawings when dimensions, materials, bend radii or manufacturing requirements change.
• Assist with new product concepts, prototypes and design improvements.
• Work with local suppliers, laser cutters, bending companies and welders.
• Inspect manufactured components against drawings and specifications.
• Identify quality or fitment problems and assist with corrective action.
• Support local fireplace assembly, production documentation and quality control.
• Help coordinate locally manufactured components, supplier orders and lead times.
• Maintain an organised drawing and revision library.

Skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Ownership mindset

Supplier communication

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical drafting qualification

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Hydrofire is seeking a practical and motivated Junior Mechanical Draughtsman to join our operations team. This role goes beyond desk CAD, involving hands-on drafting and product development with fireplace assembly and sheet-metal fabrication.

You will work with the Operations Manager to take components from idea → drawing → manufacture → inspection → finished product, while coordinating with local suppliers and ensuring quality.