Draughtsman Job Description

Draughtsman Job Description

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Draughtsman provides a to fully detailed 3D/2D general arrangement, assembly drawings and detailed/dimensioned fabrication drawings for the CHP system.

Draughtsman Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Maintaining customer accounts, raising sales orders, invoices, debtor reports
Responsible for detailed design of product parts and modules, using 3D CAD/CAE modelling
Ensuring conformance - to customer specifications, company standards other regulation requirements
Be proficient in the use of AutoCAD, 2D, 3D, and Revit
Create 2D drawings for all disciplines including Electrical, Instrumentation, Process, Mechanical and Piping
Create 3D models and Information Modelling
Maintain personal expertise and knowledge to ensure that the business stream is at the forefront of the industry both technically and in using the latest technologies and standards
Be proficient in the use of layer management and drawing set-up in accordance with national standards and best practice guidelines
Have experience in the creation of 3D models
Have the ability to proactively work and contribute as part of a large team

Draughtsman Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Education for Draughtsman

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the draughtsman job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Associate Degree in Engineering, Graphic Design, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Technical, Drafting, Design, Engineering Technology, Chemistry

Skills for Draughtsman

Desired skills for draughtsman include:

MS Office products
Manufacturing processes
Configuration management principles would be advantageous
De Beers Technologies products would be advantageous
MSD
P&IDs
Process design drawings- PFD
Relational databases and excel spreadsheets
Relevant standards Be keen to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Auto CAD

Desired experience for draughtsman includes:

Provide innovative, cost effective mechanical design solutions in response to technical challenges
Engineering Drawing Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 5 years product/machine design experience
Experience in a manufacturing environment would be advantageous
CAD software experience ideally in CREO with the Windchill product lifecycle management environment
Mechanical engineering design skills

Draughtsman Examples

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Draughtsman Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of draughtsman. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for draughtsman
  • Prepare Technical Drawings
  • Executing & preparing detailed General Arrangement Drawings pertinent to Water & Waste-water Treatment Plants using AutoCad Software under guidance from Design Engineers
  • Executing & preparing detailed Fabrication Design Drawings pertinent to Water & Waste-water Treatment Plants using AutoCad Software under guidance from Design Engineers
  • Ensuring effective, professional and appropriate communication at all times with design engineers
  • Deliver accurate electrical designs within the agreed timescale
  • Ensure all work complies with our company standards
  • Ensure all work complies with the required market standards
  • Provide technical information required for manuals and other documentation
  • Maintain and promote the implementation of professional standards
  • Work with other designers and departments to ensure specifications are clear and complete
Qualifications for draughtsman
  • Interpretation of design requirements/specifications
  • Multi-discipline interface knowledge (specifically to electronics, electrical and C&I)
  • Security and medical clearances
  • Strong customer focus, with good interpersonal skills
  • Minimum of a completed Matric / Grade 12 certificate
  • Must be computer literate with an ability to learn new programs with relative ease
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Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of draughtsman. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for draughtsman
  • Be proficient in the use of AutoCAD LT 2014 (or later), Excel, Word and Outlook
  • Carry out any other tasks that may be reasonably requested by the Company
  • All employees have a personal responsibility for their own health and safety and for that of others who may be affected by their actions and behaviour
  • Working Independently on Design and Drafting of Fire Protection system such as Fire Hydrants, Sprinkler / Spray system, Fire pump house, Fire Alarm & Detection System
  • Preparation of G.A, drawings, Piping and Equipment Layout, P & ID’s, Isometric Drawings and documentation as directed by Discipline Head or the Lead Engineer including generation of MTO’s schedules where applicable
  • Developing plans and sections for better clarity
  • Review of 3D model in Navisworks and guide the modeler for changes in the layout
  • Co-ordinate with other disciplines for preparing clash free layouts, to ensure that other Design Groups are acquainted with the Group’s requirements which affect them and to ensure that interface areas are adequately covered
  • Correct the drawings based on comments made on check prints by the Lead Engineer or Lead Designer
  • Apply his technical knowledge to ensure that a consistently high standard is maintained
Qualifications for draughtsman
  • Must be able to communicate proficiently in English, both written and spoken
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
  • Part of the on-the-job experience will require site work, hence candidates must be physically fit and able to work at heights
  • Previous SASOL Plant / Site experience
  • Previous MicroStation experience
  • Previous drafting experience
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of draughtsman. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for draughtsman
  • To visit the sites and carry out modifications in drawings, collect input and give sketches for site routing, whenever required
  • In addition, carry out such tasks from time to time as directed by his seniors commensurate with the work expected of his position
  • Work with discipline engineers to develop detailed design drawings
  • Project BIM/CAD setup, multi-discipline project CAD coordination
  • Preparation of Basic Plant / Site layouts, General arrangement drawings, Pipeline longitudinal sections, Process and Instrumentation diagrams, Hydraulic profile
  • Develop Revit Models for Civil, Structure, Architect
  • Develop Civil 3D model for gravity and pressure mains
  • To understand design and drafting systems and standards followed by Clients and implement in work
  • Must work well as part of project team and be conscious of the need to meet the deadlines
  • Creating CAD models, assemblies, drawings and specifications according to best practice and corporate standards
Qualifications for draughtsman
  • Preparing the CAD content for technical drawings and documents as prescribed by the Design Engineer or Senior Engineer in accordance with relevant standards and specifications
  • Ensure, as far as practicable, that all assigned work is carried out in compliance with the agreed budget and programme
  • Keep up to date with all technical quality management procedures, developments and specifications related to the discipline work scope
  • Should have experience in Ports and Marine Projects
  • Minimum 12+ years experience out of which at least 10 years shall be in the field of Port and allied marine infrastructure projects
  • High Diploma/High Certificate or above in Civil Engineering
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a draughtsman. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for draughtsman
  • Supporting the mechanical CAD/PDM system to ensure availability to all users
  • Supporting and promoting the security and integrity of mechanical CAD data
  • Work from rough sketches and specifications created by Solution Experts and/or other internal stakeholders
  • Produce draft designs and diagrams according to the given specifications
  • Assist and coordinate with Solution Experts
  • Design plans using computer-aided design and drafting (CAD) software
  • Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by the internal stakeholders including but not limited to Solution Experts, Project Managers and Sales Account Managers
  • Draft and prepare layout drawings of the given structures, components and devices
  • Calculate dimensions and allowances with accurate precision
  • Revise drawings and layouts to accommodate changes and enhancements
Qualifications for draughtsman
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in civil/structural drafting, including working on large multi-disciplined infrastructure projects in Hong Kong
  • Strong knowledge in Microstation and AutoCAD
  • Knowledge of In-Road and / or Revit and / or Civil 3D would be an advantage
  • Have experience in geotechnical and infrastructure such as tunnels, road and bridges
  • Show initiative and keen to take responsibility
  • Have a good command of spoken and written English and Cantonese
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Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a draughtsman. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for draughtsman
  • Attend all relevant site surveys with client and subcontractors
  • Obtaining site measurements by means of Surveys of new and existing information
  • Complete a site survey report and draw all required drawings during each site survey
  • Ensure accuracy of drawings
  • Co-ordination between disciplines
  • Ensure correct and relevant fitting of installation to structure and constraints
  • Interface with contracts engineers and contractors
  • Ensure timeous submission of drawings and survey documents to all parties
  • Ensure Survey, Drawings and planned installations conform to client and specification requirements
  • Setting up base plans and transferring designs to drawing format
Qualifications for draughtsman
  • Ability to effectively work as part of a team and on own initiative
  • Analytical and visionary mindset
  • Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment industry preferable
  • Knowledge of Revit preferable but not essential
  • Knowledge of Navisworks preferable but not essential
  • Knowledge of Plant 3D preferable but not essential

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