Senior Structural Designer

Wood PLC; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering leader is seeking an experienced Draughtsperson to produce high-quality infrastructure models and drawings. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years design draughting experience, including 5 years in the mining and minerals processing area. Proficiency in Aveva E3D and 2D & 3D CAD software is essential. The role requires a focus on accuracy and adherence to project schedules, as well as the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. This position is hybrid based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years design draughting experience, with 5 years in mining and minerals processing.
• Experience with Process Plant design and layout.
• Good understanding of technology.

Responsibilities

• Produce models and drawings in accordance with engineering practice.
• Ensure clarity and accuracy of models and drawings.
• Assist with training of junior draughtspersons.

Skills

10 years design draughting experience

Experience with Aveva E3D

Familiar with 2D & 3D CAD software

Team player

Checking skills

Tools

Aveva E3D

2D & 3D CAD software

Job description

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (Hybrid)

Job Description

• Produce infrastructure models and drawings in accordance with accepted Engineering practice and Wood draughting procedures.
• To work in a safe manner, complying with and actively contributing to Health, Safety and Environmental HSE policies, manuals and procedures. At all times considering the health, safety and welfare of fellow workers, visitors, clients, community and the environment.
• Be experienced in the use of Aveva E3D for steelwork modelling and drawings
• Be accustomed to working within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Be able to produce quality detail drawings in accordance with draughting standards, aligned with a demanding project schedule

Responsibilities

• Production of models and drawings on time and within budget.
• Clarity and accuracy of models and drawings.
• Knowledge and adherence to design procedures.
• Knowledge of and adherence to applicable standards and the company Drafting Procedures.
• Completion of error free drawings to sound engineering practices.
• Accurate completion and timely submission of timesheets.
• To actively pursue excellent Health, Safety and Environmental performance standards and to encourage all staff to achieve or out perform the indicated HSE KPI’s of the company
• Detailed design and production of structural models and drawings encompassing all aspects of a plant construction package in accordance with relevant standards and project requirements.
• Timely completion of drawings to schedules.
• Adherence to project man-hour budgets.
• Adherence to company Standards and Procedures.
• Assist with training of junior draughtspersons.

Qualifications

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Minimum of 10 years design draughting experience, of which 5 years are in the mining and minerals processing area.
• Familiar with relevant 2D & 3D CAD software, company Drafting Procedures.
• Experience using Aveva E3D preferred.
• Broad knowledge of construction and operations.
• Good understanding of technology.
• Experience with Process Plant design and layout.
• Understanding of other discipline requirements.
• Checking skills with ability to work unsupervised, focus on task completion.

Personal attributes:

• An open mind to new ideas / concepts.
• Team player. and

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 25055
• Job Category Engineering Design
• Posting Date 12/03/2025, 06:29 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (Hybrid)