526 Cad Designer jobs in South Africa

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Skilled in CAD software Illustrator and photoshop.
• A degree or tertiary education in design, fashion, or a related field is preferred.
• Design experience within the clothing/fashion industry essential
• Ability to develop innovative and trend-forward designs
• Understanding of clothing construction and materials.
• Stay up to date with the latest fashion trends and incorporate them into designs.
• Work closely with merchandisers and senior designers to bring concepts to life.
• Meet tight deadlines and manage multiple projects efficiently.

Overview

CAD Product Designer required in Brackenfell, Cape Town.

Do you design products that not only look good, but actually work? Our client in Brackenfell is looking for a Mid-Weight Product Designer with solid CAD skills and hands-on experience in electro-mechanical integration.

This role is all about practical, engineering-led design in creating branded display units with LEDs, screens and moving parts that are built to be used in the real world.

• Gr 12 with relevant tertiary qualifications
• Proven experience in any CAD software, with SolidWorks experience advantageous
• A practical mindset focused on how things are built, powered, maintained and function
• Retail display or experiential product design experience advantageous
• Supplier and manufacturer collaboration experience advantageous
• Hands-on experience in electro-mechanical integration including lighting (LED), power systems (lithium battery) and embedded components (screens, controllers, etc)
• Ability to communicate design intent clearly through CAD models and engineering drawings
• Bonus: Ability to produce high-fidelity 3D renders or animations
• Portfolio supporting real-world CAD designs with working electro-mechanical integration

• Develop accurate, production-ready CAD designs in any engineering-grade CAD platform (SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360, Inventor, etc.)
• Specify and test power systems (Li-ion, mains, drivers, regulators)
• Design and validate LED lighting setups, including animated/controlled configurations
• Specify and integrate digital hardware (LED screens, controllers, media players)
• Prototype and bench test assemblies to ensure performance, safety, and durability
• Collaborate with suppliers and fabricators to deliver production-ready solutions
• 3D rendering for client viewing before commencing manufacturing

Overview

CAD / GRAPHIC DESIGNER - DURBAN

SALARY : R19 000

• National Diploma in Design
• Minimum of 4 years experience in Graphic Design

• Excellent computer experience in Adobe, Corel Draw, etc.
• Must have done websites, catalogues, swing tags, logos, print and embroidery design
• Strong admin to print designs
• Controlling bulk prints going into production
• Liase with China on special development
• Source and cost import trims when merchandisers are tendering — sample in the correct colours and sizing
• Dependent on trim attach to seals
• Print schedules to ensure they are not missing CADS
• Keep track of daily progress

#Fashion#CADS#embroidery#GraphicDesigns

Excellent opportunity for ambitious CAD designers, ideally with experience in structural, architectural, telecoms (LM1) or the metal fabrication industry, to join an established company in a friendly working environment that offers stability for the future.

Our company has been a market leader in the field of telecommunications infrastructure for over 25 years and our CAD team are pivotal to our past and our future successes. Working on varied and challenging projects, you must be able to work well under pressure, deliver outstanding results, have a keen mind, and a solution focused approach. In this role you will be providing CAD modelling for a variety of projects and customers within the dynamic telecoms industry, developing infrastructure solutions which will be at the forefront of the 5G revolution.

Our ideal candidate will be someone who already has experience with AutoCAD design. Experience in a structural, architectural, telecoms, metal fabrication industry or similar would be a distinct advantage.

This is an opportunity to join an established company in a varied, stable yet consistently challenging CAD design role. We offer a friendly working environment within good conditions and excellent opportunities for progression.

In this role you will be expected to produce General Arrangement and Detailed Design drawings for telecommunications base stations using AutoCAD on Streetworks, Greenfield and Rooftop sites. Every design is different and comes with its own set of challenges, you will have a creative approach to problem solving, applying project specifications to site specific situations.

The Role:

• Interpret site surveys and existing drawings, make modifications for various site upgrade projects.
• Drawings encompass all aspects from planning application drawings, through to Detailed Design and Fabrication level drawings.
• Producing accurate and legible drawings using the AutoCAD system to the highest quality
• Amending drawings where necessary.
• Viewing and interpreting all site photos correctly.
• Reviewing the Multi Site Visit with the Engineer who visited the site prior to starting the drawings to ensure correct interpretation and to capture all requirements.
• Liaison with Build team when required on site design issues and changes.
• Compliance with CDM regulations.
• Ensuring product knowledge is up to-date.
• Working to deadlines and providing reliable forecasts.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience of AutoCAD in a telecoms role is desirable.
• Analytical thinking, able to interpret site surveys and existing drawings making the correct changes for various site upgrade projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Enthusiastic person with drive and self-motivation.
• Outstanding communication skills at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail, able to deliver the highest levels of accuracy and quality in every drawing.
• Having access to your own transportation is considered essential for this role as public transport is very limited to our offices

This is a fast-paced industry so we are looking for dynamic, hardworking candidates who thrive under pressure with the proven ability to hit deadlines and exceed customer expectations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

• Bachelors (Preferred)

Experience:

• CAD: 3 years (Preferred)
• Telecommunications: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

• Application Deadline: 3 October 2025
• Job Location: Brackenfell, Western Cape
• Job Title: CAD Product Designer
• Education Level: Diploma
• Job Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 Years

Do you design products that not only look good, but actually work? Our client in Brackenfell is looking for a Mid-Weight Product Designer with solid CAD skills and hands-on experience in electro-mechanical integration.

This role is all about practical, engineering-led design in creating branded display units with LEDs, screens and moving parts that are built to be used in the real world.

Requirements:

• Gr 12 with relevant tertiary qualifications
• Proven experience in any CAD software, with SolidWorks experience advantageous
• A practical mindset focused on how things are built, powered, maintained and function
• Retail display or experiential product design experience advantageous
• Supplier and manufacturer collaboration experience advantageous
• Hands-on experience in electro-mechanical integration including lighting (LED), power systems (lithium battery) and embedded components (screens, controllers, etc)
• Ability to communicate design intent clearly through CAD models and engineering drawings
• Bonus: Ability to produce high-fidelity 3D renders or animations
• Portfolio supporting real-world CAD designs with working electro-mechanical integration

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop accurate, production-ready CAD designs in any engineering-grade CAD platform (SolidWorks, Rhino, Fusion 360, Inventor, etc.)
• Specify and test power systems (Li-ion, mains, drivers, regulators)
• Design and validate LED lighting setups, including animated/controlled configurations
• Specify and integrate digital hardware (LED screens, controllers, media players)
• Prototype and bench test assemblies to ensure performance, safety, and durability
• Collaborate with suppliers and fabricators to deliver production-ready solutions
• 3D rendering for client viewing before commencing manufacturing

An experienced CAD Operator is required by a well established shopfitting company in Pietermaritzburg. Must be Proficient in AutoCAD. Minimum of 5 year's experience is required. Accuracy and attention to detail are imperative.

CV's must be emailed to

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 3 months

Work Location: In person

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Our local benefits packages typically include healthcare, dental, mental health support, parental planning resources, retirement savings options, and generous paid time off—ensuring our team members are supported no matter where they live and work.Dandy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates authenticity to win as one.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other legally protected characteristics.Dandy also fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

We are dedicated to embracing challenges and creating an accessible, inclusive workplace for all individuals.

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