Mechanical Draughtsman - Tooling and Jigs

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Mechanical Draughtsman - Tooling and Jigs

Ultra Personnel

Wednesday, 13 May 2026

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Engineering - Engineering Management

Gauteng

FULL TIME

Job Specification

Company

Reference Number JHB001677/VM

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Draftsman to take ownership of developing production tooling, jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing aids used throughout the manufacturing and assembly process. This individual will ensure that all tooling is safe, durable, repeatable, ergonomically sound, and contributes to improved quality and production efficiency. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical design ability, practical manufacturing knowledge, and a continuous‑improvement mindset. This role reports to the Engineering Manager

Tooling & Jig Design: Design production jigs, fixtures, templates, gauges, and assembly tooling for metal, composite, and mechanical assemblies. Ensure tooling designs maintain tight tolerances, support repeatability, and comply with engineering requirements Produce accurate 2D drawings, 3D models, and full fabrication documentation

Collaboration & Integration with Production: Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Assembly teams to understand tooling needs and workflow constraints Participate in design reviews and collaborate to refine tooling concepts. Support prototype builds and production trials of new tooling

Quality & Continuous Improvement: Develop tooling that reduces variation, prevents assembly errors, and improves production consistency Update existing tooling based on feedback, wear evaluations, and NCRs.

Documentation & Control: Maintain accurate tooling drawings and revision control within the company’s PDM system Produce clear assembly instructions and bill of materials (BOMs) for all tooling designs Ensure drawings comply with company and industry standards, regulations, and specific project requirements.

Essential requirements: N4/N5 or higher in drafting, engineering, or related field. 2 Years of experience in drafting, mechanical design, or tooling/jig design (aerospace or automotive industry preferred). Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred). Strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal, welding, composites) Ability to design tooling that is practical, robust, and easy to fabricate Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work Good at communicating written technical information Knowledge of drafting standards and techniques Hands-on mechanical aptitude and ability to prototype concepts when needed

Preferred Skills: Experience in high‑precision manufacturing industries Exposure to PDM systems, or production documentation workflows. Understanding of lean manufacturing principles

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Job Details

• Country : Afrique du Sud
• Contract Type : CDI

Job Details

• Country : Afrique du Sud

• Contract Type : CDI

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