Production Drawings Technician (AutoCAD)

Time Personnel; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel in Germiston is seeking a Production Drawings Technician with strong AutoCAD skills to translate briefs into practical signage drawings. You will produce detailed 2D/3D drawings, review designs for manufacturability and cost, and collaborate with Project Managers and production teams.

The role requires hands-on drafting ability, material knowledge, and the capacity to manage multiple projects with accuracy and a practical mindset.

Qualifications

• Matric, or equivalent qualification.
• Strong AutoCAD drafting skills producing accurate technical drawings.
• Ability to understand technical drawings, dimensions and specifications.
• Good understanding of material behavior and suitable applications.
• Experience with material take-offs and job costing.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and practical thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret a brief and develop workable solutions independently.
• Good communication with project managers, production teams, suppliers and installers.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Receive briefs from Project Managers and translate into practical signage solutions.
• Produce accurate 2D/3D drawings and production-ready layouts in AutoCAD.
• Review designs and advise on construction, materials, finishes, and manufacturing methods.
• Develop signage solutions that are visually appropriate and manufacturable.
• Understand signage materials (aluminium, acrylic, PVC, vinyl, steel, LED components).
• Determine materials and manufacturing processes for each project.
• Prepare cutting lists, material requirements and production information.
• Liaise with Project Managers to confirm specifications and deadlines.
• Work with production staff to ensure drawings can be manufactured accurately.
• Identify challenges early and recommend solutions.
• Assist with accurate job costing (materials, labour, outsourced services).
• Check drawings for accuracy to minimise errors and wastage.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Organisational skills

Planning

Team collaboration

Working under pressure

Education

Matric or equivalent qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Production Drawings Technician (AutoCAD) required in Germiston.

Do you turn ideas into drawings that can actually be built? A national signage manufacturer in Germiston needs a hands-on Draughtsman with strong AutoCAD skills and a practical grasp of materials and manufacturing.

You'll partner with Project Managers to prepare technical drawings, select materials, plan production, cost jobs and solve technical problems as they arise.

Requirements:

• Matric, or equivalent qualification
• Strong AutoCAD drafting skills with the ability to produce accurate technical and production drawings
• Ability to understand technical drawings, dimensions, specifications and construction methods
• Good understanding of how different materials behave and which materials are suitable for specific applications
• Experience with material take-offs and job costing
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent problem-solving and practical thinking skills
• Ability to interpret a brief and develop a workable solution independently
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Project Managers, production teams, suppliers and installers
• Strong organisational and planning abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects and deadlines
• A practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to assist wherever required

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive and interpret briefs from Project Managers and translate them into practical signage solutions
• Produce accurate and detailed 2D/3D drawings and production-ready layouts using AutoCAD
• Review designs and provide practical suggestions regarding construction, materials, finishes, installation and manufacturing methods
• Develop signage solutions that are both visually appropriate and practical to manufacture and install
• Have a understanding of signage materials, including aluminium, acrylic, PVC, vinyl, steel, LED components, illuminated signage, substrates, fixings and related materials
• Determine the appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for each project
• Prepare cutting lists, material requirements and production information
• Liaise closely with Project Managers to clarify specifications, deadlines and project requirements
• Work with production staff to ensure drawings and specifications can be manufactured accurately
• Identify potential production or installation challenges before manufacturing begins and recommend solutions
• Assist with accurate job costing, including materials, labour, outsourced services and other production requirements
• Check drawings, dimensions and specifications carefully to minimise errors, material wastage and rework
• Assist with technical queries from Project Managers, clients, suppliers and installers