Junior Draughtsman â Sheet Metal (Trainee)

Recruiter:

MC Technology Staffing

Job Ref:

JHB001000/CM

Date posted:

Friday, July 17, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Company based in Pretoria is seeking a skilled Junior Draughtsman to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
Job Purpose: To learn and develop the skills required to produce technical drawings and 3D models for sheet metal components using SolidWorks. This is an entry-level growth role for a mathematically inclined individual with strong spatial visualization skills, aimed at transitioning academic knowledge into real-world manufacturing design. Key Responsibilities: Learn SolidWorks: Receive training to develop 3D models and 2D drawings of sheet metal parts. Assist Senior Staff: Support senior draughtsman with drawing revisions, detailing, and updates. Interpret Drawings: Learn to translate engineering sketches and Matric EGD principles into digital CAD formats. Learn Fabrication Basics: Develop an understanding of sheet metal design principles, including bend allowances and material types. BOM Management: Assist in creating and maintaining basic Bills of Materials (BOMs). Cross-Functional Learning: Spend time on the production floor to understand how drawings translate to physical products. Maintain Standards: Follow company drafting standards and keep documentation organized. Required Skills & Competencies: Aptitude for Design: Strong foundational understanding of drawing principles, projections, and scales (from school EGD). Numerical Skills: Excellent mathematical and analytical ability. Tech Savvy: Basic computer literacy with a strong desire to master SolidWorks and CAD software. Eagerness to Learn: Enthusiastic about manufacturing, open to feedback, and highly teachable. Attention to Detail: Precision-oriented with a focus on accuracy in numbers and lines. Work Ethic: Reliable, highly motivated, and willing to put in the hours to meet deadlines and finish jobs. Qualifications & Experience: Matric Certificate (Grade 12): Essential. Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD): Excellent marks\/distinction achieved in Matric. Mathematics: Strong results achieved in Core Mathematics. Experience: No prior professional draughting experience is required; full training will be provided. Advantageous: Any basic exposure to SolidWorks, personal CAD projects, or a relevant TVET college N-course certificate. Working Conditions: Office-Based: Structured desk environment with active, daily mentorship. Factory Floor Exposure: Regular visits to the production floor to learn laser cutting, bending, and welding processes. Fast-Paced: High-pressure environment with strict manufacturing timelines.

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