Senior Draftsman

MECAD Systems; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

MECAD Systems in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced Draughtsman to prepare detailed manufacturing and shopfitting drawings for production. You will convert concepts into production-ready drawings and liaise with production and project teams to ensure a smooth workflow from design to manufacture.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Draughting or related field, 5+ years in shopfitting, and strong skills in SolidWorks, SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Draughting, Design, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a shopfitting or manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in SolidWorks, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Cypnest, Maxcut and Excel.
• Strong technical understanding of shopfitting and manufacturing processes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Manage multiple projects under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings for shopfitting projects.
• Convert design concepts into production-ready technical drawings.
• Liaise with production and project teams to ensure smooth workflow from design to manufacture.
• Assign and oversee work for draughting team members (experienced and junior).
• Optimize designs for material usage and manufacturing efficiency using nesting programs.
• Maintain and update design libraries, templates, and drawing records.
• Follow job orders and ensure all design deliverables are completed on schedule.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Independent work

Deadline-driven

Team player

Education

Diploma in Draughting/Design

Tools

SolidWorks

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Cypnest

Maxcut

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings for shopfitting projects.
• Convert design concepts into accurate, production-ready technical drawings.
• Liaise with production and project teams to ensure a smooth workflow from design to manufacture.
• Assign and oversee work for draughting team members (experienced and junior draughtsman).
• Optimize designs for material usage and manufacturing efficiency using nesting programs.
• Maintain and update design libraries, templates, and drawing records.
• Follow job orders and ensure all design deliverables are completed on schedule.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism.

Requirements & Skills

• Diploma in Draughting, Design, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a shopfitting or manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in SolidWorks, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Cypnest, Maxcut, and Excel.
• Strong technical understanding of shopfitting and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in drawings.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.
• Able to manage multiple projects under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

We're Looking for:

• Proactive, organised, and detail-driven.
• Creative yet practical in their approach.
• A team player who takes ownership of their work.
• Professional and dedicated during working hours.