Senior Draughtsman

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES028497/SV

Date posted:

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:

A leading engineering and technology organisation based in Centurion is seeking an experienced Senior Draughtsman to join its Industrialisation team.

POSITION INFO:
This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented drafting professional with strong mechanical design and manufacturing experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality manufacturing drawings, assembly documentation, and engineering records while working closely with engineers and project teams to support innovative product development and production activities. The role offers the opportunity to work in a highly technical environment where precision, problem-solving, and collaboration are highly valued. Education: N5 Multi-disciplinary Draughting Diploma or equivalent Mechanical Draughting qualification (Essential) N5\/N6 Mechanical Engineering qualification (Advantageous) Job Experience & Skills Required: Minimum 5 years' experience within a design, draughting, and manufacturing environment. Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks or Inventor. Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills. Working knowledge of dimensioning and tolerancing principles. Understanding of machining and assembly processes. Strong organisational, planning, and administrative abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV would be advantageous. Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines. Duties: Create detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings from engineering layouts. Convert hand sketches into CAD drawings using established drafting standards. Ensure drafting consistency and compliance with company standards. Work closely with engineers to clarify design requirements and resolve technical queries. Standardise and update existing engineering drawings and documentation. Incorporate engineering change requests into released drawings. Support the development and maintenance of engineering drawing procedures and quality documentation. Attend design reviews and project meetings when required. Coordinate drafting activities with project managers and engineering teams. Verify dimensions, tolerances, fits, and assembly requirements before drawing release. Maintain CAD databases, templates, and standard parts libraries. Manage drawing revisions, document control, and electronic file backups. Convert engineering files between various formats including DWG, DXF, STP, PDF, and ZIP. Assist with ad hoc engineering and project requirements as needed. Apply now! For more engineering jobs, please visit If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. For more information contact: Shaleen van Staden Recruitment Consultant- Engineering

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