Trainee CAD Draughtsperson — Paid Apprenticeship

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship

CAD exposure

Mentorship

Trade qualification

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Trainee Mechanical Draughtsperson to learn CAD-based drafting for mechanical components and systems. You will work with experienced draughtspersons to create detailed drawings, schematics, and plans, building a solid foundation in mechanical design principles.

This paid apprenticeship offers hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry standards, with potential future employment within the design department after completion.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science.
• Interest in mechanical engineering and design.
• Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn CAD.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and modifying 2D and 3D mechanical drawings using CAD software.
• Learn to interpret engineering designs and translate them into technical documentation.
• Prepare detailed drawings for manufacturing, assembly, and installation.
• Ensure drawings comply with industry standards and client specifications.
• Maintain organized drawing files and revision histories.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Grade 12 with Math & Science

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Trainee Mechanical Draughtsperson to learn CAD-based drafting for mechanical components and systems. You will work with experienced draughtspersons to create detailed drawings, schematics, and plans, building a solid foundation in mechanical design principles.

This paid apprenticeship offers hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry standards, with potential future employment within the design department after completion.