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Structural Steel Detailer (Tekla)

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Montague Gardens, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 2 hours ago

Full-time Engineering

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Job Description

The steel fabrication company in Montague Gardens needs a draughtsperson who gets the dimensions right the first time. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

Location: Montague Gardens, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

The work, day to day

Prepare electrical single line diagrams and cable routing drawings
Take site measurements to check existing conditions
Check shop drawings from subcontractors against design drawings
Model steel structures in Tekla and produce shop drawings and cutting lists
Draft civil layouts, longitudinal sections and cross sections for services
Follow SANS 10111 drawing conventions and the office title block standard
Update drawings after engineer comments and track revisions

You'll need

At least 2 years working as a draughtsperson in your discipline
Understanding of engineering drawing standards and tolerances
Advanced skills in AutoCAD plus one 3D package
Able to read engineers' mark-ups and ask the right questions
National Diploma or N6 in Mechanical, Civil or Electrical Engineering, or a draughting qualification
Neat and accurate, with a habit of checking your own work

Nice if you have

Experience with plant piping design software
Registration with ECSA as a Candidate Engineering Technician

On offer

Two-screen workstation
Latest CAD software licences
Paid training on new software

How to apply for this job

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: a PDF portfolio of 5 to 10 drawings with client details removed plus ID copy (certified and recent).
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 7 working days, usually by phone.

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Before you hit apply

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