Mechanical Draughtsman

SUMMARY:
Our client based in Wadeville, Eastrand is looking at recruiting a Mechanical Draughtsman, to create accurate technical drawings and designs for mining equipment and systems.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

• Create detailed 2D technical drawings, 3D models and Engineering Bill of Materials for assemblies of mining equipment and components using Solidworks CAD software.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to interpret and translate design concepts into accurate and precise drawings.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and safety regulations in all draughting activities.
• Conduct regular design reviews to identify and resolve potential issues or conflicts in designs.
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and other technical documentation required for manufacturing and procurement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the prototyping, testing, and evaluation of designs.
• Stay updated with advancements in drafting techniques, software, and industry standards.
• Create technical drawings, manufacturing schematics, and 2D and 3D digital models of mechanical equipment designs, using measurements, specifications and additional data from engineering team
• Collect initial drawings, calculations and design ideas from engineers, and combine all relevant data into coherent and complete initial design models for review and modification
• Coordinate directly with engineers and project managers to understand project requirements, verify design details and recommend modifications as needed according to company standards and best practices
• Annotate and verify all numerical designations and specifications in technical drawings and schematics, using both CAD programs and manual calculations when necessary
• Communicate with manufacturing personnel to create detailed layouts prior to production, and assist in designing, creating and testing production molds
• Provide support to engineering team as needed by creating technical drawings and digital models within deadlines and utilizing multiple methods to ensure deliverables include all relevant design details
• Assist in ongoing project to standardize and unify design document standards by participating in meetings and preparing presentation materials as necessary

• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor ,Solidworks or similar CAD software for 2D and 3D modeling and drafting.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of mining equipment and systems, including conveyors, crushers, and processing plants.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to mechanical design in the mining sector.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in creating technical drawings.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical drafting with a focus on mining equipment or related fields.