Remote Mechanical Drafter - Industrial Plant Layout

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive contract rate

Clear project briefs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to contribute to plant layout and design projects from a remote location. You will create detailed 2D/3D drawings for industrial facilities and assist with P&ID development under senior engineers.

Ideal candidates have a National Diploma in Mechanical Eng. tech or CAD drafting, 3+ years of industry experience, and strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Inventor/SolidWorks). The role offers a contract rate and remote collaboration opportunities.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering Technology or CAD Drafting.
• Minimum 3 years as Mechanical Drafter with industrial plant experience.
• Proficient in CAD software, AutoCAD and 3D modeling tools like Inventor or SolidWorks.
• Understanding of P&ID concepts and industrial plant layouts.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for industrial plant layouts, equipment placement, piping, and structural components.
• Assist senior mechanical engineers in developing P&IDs and equipment layouts.
• Ensure drawings comply with company standards, codes, and client specs.
• Create BOMs and update drawing registers.
• Review and verify design documentation for accuracy.
• Collaborate with project teams to resolve drawing queries.
• Maintain and organize CAD files and project documentation.
• Support site visits and data collection for existing layouts when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or CAD Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

P&ID knowledge

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to contribute to plant layout and design projects from a remote location. You will create detailed 2D/3D drawings for industrial facilities and assist with P&ID development under senior engineers.

Ideal candidates have a National Diploma in Mechanical Eng. tech or CAD drafting, 3+ years of industry experience, and strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, Inventor/SolidWorks). The role offers a contract rate and remote collaboration opportunities.