Mechanical Draughtsperson (Steel Fabrication)

The civil and structural consultancy in Vanderbijlpark needs a draughtsperson who gets the dimensions right the first time. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

The site is in Vanderbijlpark; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Draft civil layouts, longitudinal sections and cross sections for services
• Draw general arrangements, details and fabrication drawings in AutoCAD or Inventor
• Produce bills of materials from 3D models
• Follow SANS 10111 drawing conventions and the office title block standard
• Model steel structures in Tekla and produce shop drawings and cutting lists

• Advanced skills in AutoCAD plus one 3D package
• National Diploma or N6 in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, or a draughting qualification
• Able to read engineers' mark-ups and ask the right questions
• Neat and accurate, with a habit of checking your own work
• Good time planning when several projects need drawings at once
• Understanding of engineering drawing standards and tolerances

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

• A good drawing portfolio beats a long CV. Show a range: general arrangement, details and a 3D model view.
• Remove client names and logos from sample drawings. Recruiters notice if you share confidential work.