Senior Electrical Draughtsperson | Consulting Engineering

RPO Recruitment

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 600,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

RPO Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Draughtsperson for a 12-month contract in Johannesburg. The role focuses on producing technical drawings and supporting disciplines across electrical, mechanical, civil and structural building projects; MicroStation proficiency is mandatory.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of drawing experience, site measurement ability, and a track record of accurate, standards-compliant drawings.

Qualifications

  • Relevant qualification in Electrical Draughting, Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in technical drawing and design.
  • Proficiency in MicroStation is essential.
  • Experience with electrical, mechanical, building structure and stormwater drawings.
  • Ability to interpret technical information, drawings, specifications and design instructions.
  • Experience conducting site measurements, site visits and assessments.
  • Strong attention to detail and drawing accuracy.
  • Good communication, organisational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary technical team.

Responsibilities

  • Produce and update technical drawings for electrical, mechanical, building structures and stormwater drainage.
  • Conduct site measurements and assessments to obtain information for technical drawings.
  • Prepare site drawings and measurements for architectural works.
  • Assist with compiling scopes of work and identifying technical requirements for various projects.
  • Support the technical team by preparing and coordinating additional drawings, including mechanical and electrical drawings.
  • Interpret engineering information, site measurements and technical instructions to develop accurate drawings.
  • Incorporate design changes and maintain accurate drawing revisions.
  • Coordinate drawings with the relevant technical disciplines to ensure consistency and accuracy.
  • Conduct site visits and assessments as required.
  • Identify missing information or technical discrepancies and communicate these to the relevant project team members.
  • Ensure that drawings meet project requirements and are completed within agreed deadlines.

Skills

MicroStation proficiency
Technical drawing
Accurate drawings
Spatial awareness
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Communication & teamwork
Time management
Drawing registers & revisions

Education

Electrical Draughting / Electrical Engineering qualification

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Draughtsperson for a 12-month contract opportunity based in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing technical drawings and supporting the technical team across electrical, mechanical, civil and structural building-related projects.

The ideal candidate must have strong technical draughting experience, the ability to conduct site measurements and assessments, and the capability to prepare accurate drawings in accordance with project requirements.

Proficiency in MicroStation is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Minimum Requirements
  • Relevant qualification in Electrical Draughting, Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in technical drawing and design.

  • Proven experience producing technical engineering drawings.

  • Proficiency in MicroStation is essential.

  • Experience with electrical, mechanical, building structure and stormwater drainage drawings.

  • Ability to interpret technical information, drawings, specifications and design instructions.

  • Experience conducting site measurements, site visits and assessments.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to drawing accuracy.

  • Good communication, organisational and time-management skills.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary technical team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Produce and update technical drawings for electrical, mechanical, building structures and stormwater drainage.

  • Conduct site measurements and assessments to obtain the information required for technical drawings.

  • Prepare site drawings and measurements for architectural works.

  • Assist with compiling scopes of work and identifying technical requirements for various projects.

  • Support the technical team by preparing and coordinating additional drawings, including mechanical and electrical drawings.

  • Interpret engineering information, site measurements and technical instructions to develop accurate drawings.

  • Incorporate design changes and maintain accurate drawing revisions.

  • Coordinate drawings with the relevant technical disciplines to ensure consistency and accuracy.

  • Conduct site visits and assessments as required.

  • Identify missing information or technical discrepancies and communicate these to the relevant project team members.

  • Ensure that drawings meet project requirements and are completed within agreed deadlines.

Key Skills and Competencies
  • Strong technical draughting and design capabilities.

  • Excellent proficiency in MicroStation.

  • Ability to produce accurate technical drawings across relevant building and engineering disciplines.

  • Good spatial awareness and technical understanding.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

  • Organised approach to drawing registers, revisions and technical documentation.

Employment Details

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract Duration: 12 months
Working Arrangement: Full-time
Positions Available: 1

Salary: Negotiable.
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Website: https://rporecruitment.us

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