Senior Design Draughtsman

Recruiter:

Keystone Project Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB002650/DL

Date posted:

Friday, August 15, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Draughtsman, specialising in advanced mechanical design for manufacturing and fabrication projects.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description:Â
Reporting: Drawing Office Manager.
Remote working: Occasionally Hybrid.
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Key Responsibilities:

Develop 3D parametric models from base skeleton structures using Autodesk Inventor.
Prepare accurate General Arrangement (GA) layouts and detailed manufacturing drawings.
Collaborate closely with design engineers to refine and finalise technical outputs.
Provide regular updates on project and drawing progress to the Drawing Office Manager.
Maintain high standards of accuracy, clarity, and quality in all drawings in accordance with ISO 9001 standards.
Apply skeleton modelling techniques to create efficient and adaptable design models.

Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum 10 yearsâ proven experience as a Senior Design Draughtsman.
At least 10 years of hands-on involvement in mechanical engineering projects.
Minimum 10 years in manufacturing and fabrication environments.
Diploma in Mechanical Draughting or an equivalent recognised qualification.
Proficient in Autodesk software, including:
- Inventor (3D skeleton modelling)
- AutoCAD
- Vault
- Navisworks Manage / Freedom
- Familiarity with Revit is advantageous.
Capable of working with TeamViewer for remote collaboration.
Experience in the mining industry will be a strong advantage.

Key Attributes:

Exceptional attention to detail and precision in technical work.
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Commitment to meeting deadlines while maintaining design quality.

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