CAD Designer

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTE028214/Matth

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

355 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a CAD Designer with experience in tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing environments? We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to support the development and industrialisation of products from prototype through to production. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver practical, production-ready tooling solutions.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:

Design jigs, fixtures, moulds, gauges, and assembly aids
Produce 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
Apply GD&T principles and support tooling design for manufacturability
Support product industrialisation from prototyping through to production
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and production teams
Assist with tooling improvements, troubleshooting, and supplier coordination

Skills & Experience:

Minimum 4 years' experience in CAD design and development environments
Strong proficiency in SolidWorks or similar MCAD software
Experience with PDM systems, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and technical drawings
Knowledge of tooling, fixtures, moulds, and manufacturing processes
Experience within aerospace, automotive, composites, or precision engineering environments advantageous
Proficient in Microsoft Office

Qualifications:

National Diploma, BTech, or equivalent technical qualification

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

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