Pretoria West: Draughtsman – Pretoria West posted by Bonafide Human Capital Ltd

A vacancy for an EE Draughtsman exists at our transport company client in Pretoria West. Only candidates whose background includes buses (or minibuses), trucks, trailers, or any vehicle OHM experience will be considered. Job Requirements: The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing detailed technical drawings and 3D models for components, systems, and assemblies using Solid Works software, while ensuring compliance with industry and company standards. The ideal applicant will possess the following: National Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting Technology, or related field. Minimum 2–5 years of experience as a draughtsman in the bus building, automotive or manufacturing sector. Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks). Proficiency in Microsoft suite (word, excel, projects and power point). Understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and bus designing design principles. Familiarity with South African bus industry regulations and standards. Job Outputs: Create and revise detailed technical drawings (2D and 3D) using Solid Works software (e.g. SolidWorks). Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and design requirements for frames (floor, underframe and side frames, chassis preparation, internal and external cladding, electrical diagrams). Prepare layout, assembly, and part drawings for components (e.g., body panels, driver’s door, passenger entrance door, battery holders, air ducts, component parts). Collaborate with senior management, design engineer/s, project manager/s, and production teams to ensure accuracy and manufacturability of designs. Maintain drawing databases of the entire structure and ensure version control of design files between manufacturer and service providers. Ensure drawings comply with relevant bus building standards (e.g., ISO, SABS, OEM standards, homologation and NCRS standards). Assist in prototype development and support the manufacturing process by providing technical documentation e.g. SANS. Participate in design reviews and suggest improvements for functionality and production efficiency. Knowledge of the truck industry. Knowledge on the assembly of buses Embrace or other MRP / ERP system