Senior Mechanical Draughtsman

CFAM Technologies Ltd; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Draughtsman to join their innovative team. This role involves creating detailed fabrication drawings and supporting design engineers in the development of milling and food processing equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in 3D CAD-Solidworks and a National Diploma in Mechanical Draughting. You will play a crucial role in transforming initial designs into practical solutions, ensuring high-quality outputs that meet industry standards. If you are passionate about engineering and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of work experience in mechanical draughting.
• Proficient in 3D CAD-Solidworks for modelling and drawing.

Responsibilities

• Compile detailed fabrication drawings and support design engineers.
• Transform rough CAD designs into working geometry for simulation.

Skills

3D CAD-Solidworks

Reverse Engineering

General Engineering Knowledge

Education

National Diploma in Mechanical Draughting

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Job title: Senior Mechanical Draughtsman

Job Location: North West, Potchefstroom

Deadline: May 05, 2025

Job Description

1. Compile detailed fabrication/manufacturing drawings as required.
2. Reconstruct drawing from given measurements.
3. Support Draughting office in rendering outputs as required.
4. Create data packs (Bill of Material: BOM, detail drawings, assembly drawings, etc.).
5. Read drawings, specifications and reverse engineer components.
6. Support design engineers on design draughting and modelling.
7. Assist with procurement duties of the draughting department.
8. Transform initial rough CAD designs into working geometry for simulation.
9. Maintain the administration of vault/PDM system.

Qualifications

1. National Diploma in Mechanical Draughting.
2. 3D CAD-Solidworks modelling and drawing experience.
3. Experience in Milling and Food processing equipment industry.
4. General engineering manufacturing processes knowledge.
5. 5-10 years work experience.