Mechanical Design Draughtsman_Contract / Assignment

Primeserv Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 550 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 5 to 10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will design and detail mechanical components, prepare layout drawings, and support the Project and Maintenance teams. Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, Inventor, and Plant P&ID is essential, along with a strong mechanical engineering background. This role offers a dynamic environment where attention to detail and effective communication are key.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of practical working experience under minimal supervision.
• Proven experience in mechanical components and structural steel.
• Knowledge of Pulp & Paper processes is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and detail mechanical components for projects.
• Prepare layout drawings for new equipment installation.
• Provide drawing support for mechanical breakdowns.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Piping Design

Drawing Support

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

N5 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Autodesk Plant P&ID

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Design and detail mechanical components for Projects and Maintenance. Provide drawing support for mechanical breakdowns (measurement, detailing and modifications).

Prepare layout drawings for the installation of new equipment across the Mill. Draught and update Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

Prepare Line and Valve Lists. Liaise with Process Engineers and Vendors. Provide technical support to the Project and Maintenance teams. Provide drawing support for piping layouts when required. Manage and maintain all mechanical drawings effectively. Provide administrative support when necessary. Provide draughting support to other engineering disciplines when required. Maintain a high level of attention to detail in all work. Submit weekly progress updates to the Drawing Office Manager. Report directly to the Drawing Office Manager.

Requirements

Strong Mechanical Engineering background with 5 to 10 years' practical working experience under minimal supervision. N5 in Mechanical Engineering (essential).

Proven experience in Piping, Mechanical Components, Machine Drawings, and Structural Steel (essential).

Knowledge of Pulp & Paper processes and related equipment will be an advantage. Team player with the ability to meet deadlines and work independently. Excellent communication skills. Must have own reliable transport.

Computer Skills

Advanced proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD (essential).

Intermediate proficiency in Autodesk Inventor (essential).

Intermediate proficiency in Autodesk Plant P&ID (essential).

Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD Certification (compulsory).

Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).