Senior Mechanical Draughtsman (HVAC)
West Coast Personnel · Cape Town, Western Cape
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Start free — we apply for you →- An established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Draughtsman to join its technical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate 2D and 3D mechanical drawings for HVAC, ventilation and air-movement systems, including detailed manufacturing, fabrication and assembly drawings. This role requires a technically strong draughtsperson with proven SolidWorks experience and a sound understanding of mechanical design, fabrication and manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed 2D and 3D mechanical drawings.
- Produce manufacturing, fabrication and assembly drawings.
- Develop drawings for fans, ducting, ventilation systems, air-handling equipment and associated mechanical components.
- Interpret engineering designs, specifications and technical requirements.
- Prepare drawing revisions and design modifications when required.
- Ensure drawings comply with project specifications and applicable engineering standards.
- Review drawings for accuracy, dimensions, tolerances and manufacturability.
- Work closely with Engineers, Manufacturing, Production and other technical departments.
- Ensure designs are practical and suitable for manufacture and fabrication.
- Provide technical support to production and fabrication teams.
- Assist with resolving design, fabrication and manufacturing queries.
- Maintain accurate drawing documentation and revisions.
- Complete drawings accurately and within agreed project deadlines.
Minimum Requirements
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Draughtsman / Senior Mechanical Draughtsman.
- Strong practical experience using SolidWorks.
- Experience within an engineering, manufacturing, HVAC, ventilation or mechanical fabrication environment.
- Good understanding of mechanical drawings, manufacturing processes and engineering principles.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
- Valid driver's license.
- Own reliable transport.
- Good computer literacy.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good mathematical and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary technical team.
Highly Advantageous
- National Diploma, Diploma or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Draughting or a related discipline.
- Sheet-metal design and fabrication experience.
- Experience with ducting systems.
- HVAC or ventilation industry experience.
- Fan or air-movement equipment experience.
- Experience preparing fabrication and manufacturing drawings.
Personal Attributes
- Accurate and detail orientated.
- Technically minded.
- Results driven.
- Practical problem solver.
- Professional and presentable.
- Able to manage deadlines and priorities effectively.
- Strong team player with the ability to communicate effectively with engineering and production personnel.
Working Hours
- Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:45
- Friday: 08:00 – 15:00, subject to operational requirements and completion of work
What the Role Offers
- Competitive market-related remuneration.
- Exposure to technically challenging engineering projects.
- Collaborative technical and manufacturing environment.
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced engineering professionals.
- Career development and professional growth opportunities.