Job Title: Draughtsman: Mechanical Design
Company: Falcon
Location: Howick, South Africa
Reference Number: 853
Work Level: Mid-Level
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
EE Position: No
Purpose of the Job
To contribute to the design, development, and creation of plans for new products, as well as enhance existing products. The role also involves designing and developing the necessary facilities for product realization.
Key Responsibilities
1. Drafting and Design
- Perform 3D CAD modeling for conceptual products, prototypes, and more.
- Generate manufacturing drawings for prototype production.
2. Supplier and Stakeholder Liaison
- Collaborate with suppliers, product end-users, technical specialists, and colleagues to commission designs and drafting tasks.
- Attend workshops, trade shows, and exhibitions as required by the company.
3. Project Involvement
- Assist in product development initiatives in collaboration with the R&D team.
- Contribute to improving production processes and facilities.
- Participate in meetings, present proposals, and provide regular progress reports.
- Oversee in-field product testing and monitoring.
4. Employee Management
- Supervise employees and delegate responsibilities efficiently.
- Provide training, motivation, and constructive feedback to team members.
- Support personal development plans and succession planning for employees.
Qualifications and Experience
- Educational Qualification: National Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a mechanical, mechanized, or technical environment.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in CAD software for mechanical design.
- Other Requirements:
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, equipment, and machinery.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
Key Skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in numerical and statistical processing.
- Capability to identify and resolve product defects.
- Ability to follow procedures and generate detailed reports.
Additional Information
- Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, as part of the company’s transformation initiatives.
- A consumer credit record may be requested for roles involving cash or finances.
- Applications should be submitted via the company’s career page.
Closing Date:
17 January 2025
If you are not contacted within six weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
