57 Cad jobs in South Africa
CAD Manager
Posted 1 day ago
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Are you passionate about precision, design, and leading high-performance CAD teams? Do you want to play a key role in transforming ideas into beautifully crafted furniture? This is your opportunity to join a company that values creativity, quality, and innovation—while bringing your technical leadership to life in every product we make.
Fair Price , is looking for an experienced CAD Manager to lead our design and drafting efforts and to shape the future of modern furniture manufacturing through smart design systems.
What You’ll be doing:
- Lead and manage the CAD team supporting design, engineering and manufacturing
- Prepare preliminary costings from CAD Drawings (Raw Materials) and ensure costings are completed on time and conform to standards
- Oversee the prototype development from CAD to physical Build
- Ensure drawings are production ready, and are clear, accurate, and compatible with CNC/Machinery
- Streamline workflows for custom and volume production projects by recommending process improvements for speed, accuracy and cost control.
- Maintain software systems (Licensing, updates and best practices) and ensure team is trained on the latest CAD Tools
- Provide hands-on support and mentorship to the CAD Team.
What we are looking for:
- Matric
- Relevant Diploma/Degree
- 3-4 Years’ Experience in a leadership/Management Role
- 3-4 Years’ in furniture design/woodworking/panel production
- 3-4 years in Product costing
- Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and tolerances specific to furniture production
If you are ready to lead a team and elevate our CAD Capabilities, we’d love to hear from you.If you are interested in applying, send your CV to
#J-18808-LjbffrCAD Designer
Posted 19 days ago
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We are seeking a skilled CAD Designer to assist us with various design projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in computer-aided design and be proficient in creating detailed engineering drawings, models, and prototypes.
You will collaborate closely with our business development team to transform concepts into workable designs. A keen eye for detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines are essential.
If you have a passion for design and a portfolio showcasing your work, we would love to see it!
#J-18808-LjbffrCAD Draughtsman
Posted 3 days ago
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Qualification/Experience:
Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or Draughting Proficiency in CAD Software (AutoCAD, Inventor)
Strong mechanical knowledge and skills
At least 1 year after completion of qualification with proven experience in Inventor and AutoCAD.
At least 1 year after completion of qualification in the manufacturing or general engineering environment.
Computer literate.
Responsibilities:
Prepare detailed workshop drawings (bending, fabrications and assembly drawings)
Design
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2D CAD Draftsperson
Posted 10 days ago
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With offices in Africa, Australia, Canada, Peru and the Philippines, Lycopodium proudly delivers high quality professional engineering and project delivery services globally, across the resources, infrastructure and industrial processes sectors. By joining our global team and learning from renowned subject matter experts, we can offer you a diverse career that could take you anywhere in the world.
Lycopodium is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced 2D CAD Draughtsperson to join our dynamic, growing team, the successful candidate will be responsible for producing the schematic diagrams in accordance with the applicable Engineering Design Specifications, Industry Norms and Relevant Legislation.
The tasks you'll perform
- Create intelligent P&ID’s in Autodesk Plant 3D, Bentley Openplant, Siemens, COMOS.
- Setup and maintain link with 3D Pipe Modelling software.
- Populate equipment data in the database.
- Generate standard deliverables from the database
- Generate custom database queries and reports
- Prepare drawings for checking, squad checking and issue; per Project requirements.
- Update redlines to show As-built status of drawings.
- Ensure that drawings comply with all relevant project standards and/or ruling statutory authority applicable to assigned projects.
- Ensure that all CAD files produced strictly comply with necessary ADP Group, Draughting and CAD project procedures.
- Ensure that all files produced strictly comply with the ADP Group defined and project CAD procedures and are uploaded to the relevant folders in the Document Management System.
- Comply with all Company policies, procedures and instructions.
The expertise you'll bring
- Certificate, diploma or degree in engineering, CAD drafting or related field.
- A minimum of 2+ years of experience in using object orientated database CAD software.
- Proficient in intelligent object-orientated database software and 2D CAD software(e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, Siemens, COMOS, etc)
- CAD Database Configuration and Administration experience.
- South African Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Cape Town based
- Extremely well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Build and sustain positive relationships with all stakeholders, including clients, vendors and co-workers.
- Display the core values and ethos of the business.
- Solid technical aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Provide mentoring and identify avenues of professional development and succession planning for personnel within your business unit.
- Capacity to delegate appropriately.
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision whilst consistently producing a high quality of deliverables.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve consistently high standards within both budgetary and schedule constraints.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and commitment.
- High attention to detail and exceptional knowledge of process optimisation.
- Demonstrate a strict practice of confidentiality, personal responsibility and discretion.
The benefits we'll provide
Lycopodium has a strong company culture focused on career progression and technical skill development. You can expect to be involved in a wide range of large projects whilst working amongst a team of highly skilled professionals.
We recognise that everyone is different and needs may change over the course of your career.
That’s why we:
- Invest in our people for the long-term, building a diverse and rewarding career, mentored by the best in the industry.
- Allow our people to balance work with other commitments, like family or study, offering flexible work arrangements.
- Are undertaking significant people and technology initiatives that will support the workplace of the future.
We encourage and value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender, age, disability and ethnicity.
Our commitment to equal opportunity is embodied in our values of Respect, Integrity & Diligence. They are inherent in who we are, as individuals, and collectively as a Company.
As part of our commitment to providing the best possible care and service to you the candidate, we commit to respond to every applicant.
Please submit your CV by clicking the 'Apply' button.
#J-18808-LjbffrJunior CAD Operator
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is looking for a Junior CAD Operator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with technical drawing skills and a keen interest in structural steel design to grow within a specialised and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Produce accurate technical drawings and 3D models.
- Interpret design briefs, engineering notes, and project specifications.
- Prepare shop drawings, assembly details, and fabrication layouts.
- Work closely with project managers, fabricators, and site teams to resolve drawing-related queries.
Requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12 (relevant technical qualification an advantage).
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD or similar essential; Tekla Structures advantageous).
- Basic understanding of steel fabrication and construction drawings.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in technical work.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Suitable applications to be emailed to
#J-18808-LjbffrCAD Draughting Coordinator
Posted 3 days ago
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Durbanville, Cape Town
Minimum requirements:
- Matric and 2-year draughting qualification
- Minimum 5 years experience in 3D and 2D CAD draughting (SolidWorks/Solid Edge/Siemens/Creo/Inventor etc).
- Working experience in team leadership, administration and supervision.
- Experience in task planning, task tracking and reporting.
- Design and integration of automotive components will be beneficial
- Create complex Excel models and formulas to automate tasks and optimise workflows. Must have advanced Excel skills: Formulas, Micros and VBA experience.
- Team Supervision and Administration
- Service Documentation Use Siemens NX and Teamcenter to create and maintain Service Documentation
- CAD Draughting Design and integrate mechanical or electro-mechanical equipment.
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CAD Draughting Coordinator
Posted 3 days ago
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Centurion, Gauteng.
Minimum requirements:
- Matric and 2-year draughting qualification
- Minimum 5 years experience in 3D and 2D CAD draughting (SolidWorks/Solid Edge/Siemens/Creo/Inventor etc).
- Working experience in team leadership, administration and supervision.
- Experience in task planning, task tracking and reporting.
- Design and integration of automotive components will be beneficial
- Create complex Excel models and formulas to automate tasks and optimise workflows. Must have advanced Excel skills: Formulas, Micros and VBA experience.
- Team Supervision and Administration
- Service Documentation Use Siemens NX and Teamcenter to create and maintain Service Documentation
- CAD Draughting Design and integrate mechanical or electro-mechanical equipment.
2D CAD Draftsperson
Posted 19 days ago
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Role: 2D CAD Draftsperson
Industry : Engineering & Design
Location : Cape Town, South Africa
Employment Type : Permanent
Our client is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced 2D CAD Draftsperson to join their dynamic and growing team in Cape Town. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented draughting professional to contribute to high-quality engineering design deliverables across a range of cutting-edge projects.
As a 2D CAD Draftsperson, you will be responsible for:
Creating intelligent P&IDs using Autodesk Plant 3D, Bentley OpenPlant, Siemens COMOS, and similar platforms
Setting up and maintaining links with 3D pipe modelling software
Populating equipment data within the CAD database
Generating standard and custom deliverables, queries, and reports from the database
Preparing drawings for checking, squad review, and formal issue in line with project requirements
Updating redlines to reflect As-Built status
Ensuring all drawings comply with relevant project standards and statutory requirements
Adhering strictly to ADP Group draughting and CAD procedures
Uploading all CAD files to the correct folders within the Document Management System
To be considered for this role, candidates must have:
A certificate, diploma, or degree in engineering, CAD drafting, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years’ experience using object-oriented database CAD software
Proficiency in intelligent object-oriented CAD platforms and 2D CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, Siemens COMOS)
Experience in CAD database configuration and administration
South African Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Based in Cape Town
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, vendors, and colleagues
If you're ready to bring precision and creativity to a team that values technical excellence, apply now and help shape the future of engineering design.
Junior CAD Operator
Posted 23 days ago
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Our client is looking for a Junior CAD Operator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with technical drawing skills and a keen interest in structural steel design to grow within a specialised and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Produce accurate technical drawings and 3D models.
- Interpret design briefs, engineering notes, and project specifications.
- Prepare shop drawings, assembly details, and fabrication layouts.
- Work closely with project managers, fabricators, and site teams to resolve drawing-related queries.
Requirements:
- Matric / Grade 12 (relevant technical qualification an advantage).
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD or similar essential; Tekla Structures advantageous).
- Basic understanding of steel fabrication and construction drawings.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in technical work.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.