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Mechanical Draughtsperson (Steel Fabrication)

How2Apply Talent Network

Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng

Full-time

Posted 35 min ago

Full-time Engineering

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Job Description

Good with CAD and serious about accuracy? This civil and structural consultancy in Johannesburg CBD could use you. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

Location: Johannesburg CBD, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

What you'll actually do

Update drawings after engineer comments and track revisions
Keep the drawing register current and issue drawings on time
Draw general arrangements, details and fabrication drawings in AutoCAD or Inventor
Produce bills of materials from 3D models
Model steel structures in Tekla and produce shop drawings and cutting lists
Prepare electrical single line diagrams and cable routing drawings
Check shop drawings from subcontractors against design drawings

What you need

National Diploma or N6 in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, or a draughting qualification
Understanding of engineering drawing standards and tolerances
Advanced skills in AutoCAD plus one 3D package
Neat and accurate, with a habit of checking your own work
At least 2 years working as a draughtsperson in your discipline

Helpful, not essential

Experience with plant piping design software
Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineering Technician
Revit or Civil 3D experience

What you get

Hybrid work once you are settled in
Two-screen workstation
Paid training on new software
Latest CAD software licences

How to apply for this job

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Johannesburg CBD really suit you before you apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): qualification certificate and results plus ID copy (certified and recent).
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 5 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Johannesburg CBD; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Tips to get shortlisted

List the software versions you use daily. Firms want to know you can start without training.
A good drawing portfolio beats a long CV. Show a range: general arrangement, details and a 3D model view.