Structural Steel Detailer (Tekla)

How2Apply Talent Network
Centurion, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Engineering
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Job Description

The engineering design office in Centurion needs a draughtsperson who gets the dimensions right the first time. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

Home base is an engineering design office on the Centurion side of Gauteng.

The work, day to day

  • Model steel structures in Tekla and produce shop drawings and cutting lists
  • Take site measurements to check existing conditions
  • Update drawings after engineer comments and track revisions
  • Follow SANS 10111 drawing conventions and the office title block standard
  • Keep the drawing register current and issue drawings on time
  • Check shop drawings from subcontractors against design drawings
  • Draft civil layouts, longitudinal sections and cross sections for services

Must-haves

  • 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
  • At least 2 years working as a draughtsperson in your discipline
  • Neat and accurate, with a habit of checking your own work

Extra points for

  • Workshop or site background
  • Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineering Technician

What you get

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a PDF portfolio of 5 to 10 drawings with client details removed, qualification certificate and results plus ID copy (certified and recent).
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 7 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Centurion.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • Remove client names and logos from sample drawings. Recruiters notice if you share confidential work.
  • List the software versions you use daily. Firms want to know you can start without training.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationCenturion, Gauteng
CategoryEngineering
Experience2+ years
Posted2 November 2026
Closing Date1 December 2026
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