Mechanical Engineer (CAD / SolidWorks) â Heavy Manufacturing & Fabrication
Network Contracting Johannesburg
Education & Qualifications
Design & Draughting
- BTech Mechanical Engineering or National Diploma (ND) in Mechanical Engineering
- 35+ years experience in:
- Mechanical draughting and design
- SolidWorks (Advanced proficiency required)
- CAD modelling, assembly drawings, and manufacturing drawings
- Heavy manufacturing and fabrication environments
- Sheet metal, structural steel, welding, machining, and component detailing
- Experience interacting with workshop, fabrication teams, and production engineering
Design & Draughting
- Create detailed 2D and 3D mechanical designs using SolidWorks and other CAD tools
- Produce fabrication drawings, general arrangement (GA) drawings, and detailed component drawings
- Maintain drawing standards, revision control, and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers, production teams, and workshop supervisors on projects
- Interpret technical specifications, customer requirements, and manufacturing constraints
- Conduct design calculations and select appropriate materials for heavy-duty applications
- Provide clear technical guidance to boilermakers, welders, machinists, and assembly teams
- Ensure drawings are practical, manufacturable, and aligned with fabrication capabilities
- Assist with resolving technical queries from the workshop or fabrication floor
- Ensure all designs meet engineering standards, safety requirements, and industry regulations
- Participate in design reviews, quality checks, and project sign-offs
- Maintain accurate documentation, BOMs, and drawing registers
- Experience with FEA, stress analysis, or simulation software
- Exposure to CNC machining or tooling design
- Knowledge of ISO Standards for fabrication and manufacturing
- Experience in heavy industrial sectors such as mining, steel, materials handling, or machinery manufacturing
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