Senior Mechanical Draughtsman - SolidWorks & AutoCAD

JVR Software; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Draughtsperson to develop detailed SolidWorks models and assemblies. The role involves producing manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, generating BOMs and material take-offs, and ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.

You will maintain drawing revisions, collaborate with engineers, and support production and quality teams through project execution, incorporating feedback and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Mechanical Draughting.
• SolidWorks proficiency for 3D modelling and assemblies.
• AutoCAD experience with 2D drafting and detailing.
• Experience producing fabrication and workshop drawings.
• Understanding of mechanical fabrication and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to generate detailed BOMs and material take-offs.
• Knowledge of drawing standards, dimensioning practices and document control.
• Experience in manufacturing environments (pressure vessels, tanks, process equipment, structural fabrication, or industrial piping).

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Produce high-quality manufacturing and fabrication drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Create accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and material take-offs.
• Ensure drawings meet engineering specifications, standards, and project requirements.
• Maintain drawing revisions and document control systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop practical and manufacturable designs.
• Support design modifications, drawing updates, and clarifications throughout projects.
• Provide drawing and documentation support to production and quality departments.
• Incorporate manufacturing feedback into drawing packages.

Skills

Mechanical Draughting

Fabrication knowledge

Documentation practices

Engineering standards

Education

National Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering/Draughting/Engineering Design

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

JVR Software in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Draughtsperson to develop detailed SolidWorks models and assemblies. The role involves producing manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks and AutoCAD, generating BOMs and material take-offs, and ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements.

You will maintain drawing revisions, collaborate with engineers, and support production and quality teams through project execution, incorporating feedback and