Draughtsperson / Cad Technician

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Foxolution Systems Engineering (Pty) Ltd Full time

DESIGN DRAUGHTSMAN - ROLES & RESPONSIBILITY


A design draughtsman at Foxolution, plays a pivotal role in the Engineering design process by preparing designs for specific projects.

A draughtsman will often be tasked with refining the design made by Engineers by digitizing them in the form of technical plans and details for them to be construction ready; thus, forming an integral part of the design-to-implementation process.

The role is specialised and suited to someone with adequate software training in computer aided design packages.

The design draughtsman will form part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team and should be comfortable with working at the offices computer terminal, as well as fulfilling travel requirements and on-site work from time to time.


A DESIGN DRAUGHTSMAN'S ROLE INCLUDES SOME OF THE FOLLOWING TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITY:

  • Following specifications and calculations to create various technical drawings in both 2D and 3D
  • Preparing both rough sketches and detailed work with CAD or other computer drawing software
  • Communication with team mates and engineers, and incorporating knowledge gained into the drawings
  • Willing to contribute ideas to projects in brainstorming sessions
  • Ensure attention is paid to small detail
  • Preparing, reviewing and redrafting alongside the engineering team
  • Ensuring final designs are compliant with any/all relevant regulatory requirements and Engineering standards
  • Adhere to and maintain any documentation standards and company policies as set out by the Drawing Office/QA manager
  • Maintain all documentation to ensure logical and practical filing, and ease of retrieval
  • Be handson with the manufacturing department and closely followup on projects as they unfold from start to finish
  • Build relationships, liaise with and maintain good communication with all suppliers in placing and following up on orders as to make sure deadlines are met
  • Be willing to get involved in other departments within the company where needed from time to time if/when design work is limited.

DESIGN DRAUGHSTMAN - SKILLSET REQUIREMENTS

  • Proficiency and experience in computer aided design software
  • SOLIDWORKS (will be tested)
  • Be computer literate in programs other than SOLIDWORKS
  • Experience in sheet metal tools within SOLIDWORKS will be beneficial
  • Understanding file structuring
  • The ability to draw manually to showcase your ideas to the rest of the team
  • The ability to work in a team, and be selfmotivated to work on your own as well
  • The ability to take initiative, think and plan ahead
  • The ability to respond well to constructive criticism and maintain a positive cando attitude
  • Fluent in English
  • Have own transport and valid driver's license

DESIGN DRAUGHTSMAN - QUALIFACTION REQUIREMENTS

  • Diploma/Higher Certificate from a technical College in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Design and/or Drafting
  • Any other relevant additional courses completed will be beneficial

Three (3) references names and contact details of previous employment should be listed as all references will be contacted.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Application Deadline: 2023/03/01

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