Senior Mechanical Draughtsman & Team Lead - AutoCAD Plant 3D

Chainlink Recruitment; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 558,000 - 1,339,200; Full time

Job summary

Chainlink Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Design and Draughtsman in Germiston. The role involves managing a team to produce project-specific drawings, ensuring quality assurance and compliance with standards, as well as client interaction.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD and have experience across various design disciplines. The salary ranges from R50k to R120k per month, reflecting the seniority and expertise required for this position.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D / Inventor.
• Experience with Civils, Piping, Structural, and Mechanical design.
• Knowledge of petrochemical and mining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of draughtsmen to produce project-specific drawings.
• Act as the primary contact between drawing office and project management.
• Review and approve all drawings and documentation for accuracy.
• Maintain records of drawing revisions and project changes.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with clients to understand their requirements.

Skills

AutoCAD Plant 3D / Inventor

Civils design experience

Piping standards (ASME / Sans)

Mechanical design knowledge

Excellent English communication

Leadership skills

Job description

We have a Permanent Mechanical Design and Draughtsman positions available with salaries ranging from R50k – R120k/month:

Located in the East Rand in Germiston, our client specializes in delivering modular process solutions to the capital equipment market. With a focus on innovation and quality, our client caters to diverse industries, ensuring exceptional customer service and ongoing support.

Position Overview (All these might not be applicable on the mid- or Junior-level positions):
Your responsibilities will include:

• Team Leadership and Management:
• Manage a team of draughtsmen to produce project specific drawings as per project schedule
• Allocate tasks and responsibilities, ensuring optimal use of resources
• Mentor, develop and upskill team
• Project Coordination:
• Act as the primary point of contact between the drawing office and project management teams
• Ensure that all drawings and documentation are produced in accordance with project specifications and deadlines
• Coordinate with engineers, to gather information for draughtsman and clarify project requirements
• Quality Assurance:
• Review and approve all drawings and documentation before submission to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of drawing revisions, project changes, and document control
• Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure that all drawings adhere to company standards, regulatory requirements, and industry codes
• Client Interaction:
• Engage with clients to understand their requirements and provide updates on drawing progress
• Address and resolve any client concerns or issues related to drawing documentation

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proficiency in relevant design software like AutoCAD Plant 3D / Inventor
• Must have experience in the following disciplines:
• Civils (Layout, G.A’s and rebar schedules)
• Piping (Piping layouts, G.A’s and piping isometrics)
• Knowledge of piping standards such as Asme / Sans etc
• Structural (Layout, G.A’s and fabrications details.)
• Mechanical (knowledge of tanks, pressure vessels, and shop detailing thereof)
• Site experience is a must as noted below:
• Site installation assistance
• Site meetings
• Client meeting
• Knowledge of petrochemical and mining plant and equipment

Key Competencies:

• Excellent English verbal & written communication skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Be able to guide design teams to optimise design, cost and time