About the Role

The Mechanical Draughtsman is responsible for developing accurate 3D CAD models, detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation for mechanical components, assemblies and sub-systems. The role supports the product development lifecycle by incorporating engineering requirements, performing material and weight calculations, coordinating design reviews and compiling comprehensive product data packs to ensure design integrity and support efficient manufacturing and assembly.

Qualifications and experience:

• Minimum N6 Mechanical Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Professional drafting certification or credentials.
• Minimum 5 years’ design experience in mechanical components, assemblies or sub-systems.
• Experience using professional CAD software such as SolidWorks, Solid Edge or Creo.
• Electrical design experience will be a distinct advantage.

Key technical skills:

• Excellent understanding of CAD design, modelling and 3D drawing development.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Creo or other relevant CAD software.
• Understanding and application of engineering processes and product lifecycle review gates.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques and their applicability to product design.
• Good understanding of geometrical tolerances.
• Solid understanding of ISO standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and translate them into practical design solutions.
• Knowledge of technical drafting and modelling guidelines.
• Ability to perform material, dimensional and weight calculations.

Key responsibilities:

Mechanical Design and 3D Modelling

Develop detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings for mechanical components, assemblies and sub-systems using approved design software and engineering requirements to ensure technical accuracy, design integrity and suitability for manufacturing and assembly.

Engineering Documentation and Product Data Management

Compile, review and maintain accurate engineering drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs) and comprehensive product data packs by incorporating design inputs, material specifications, dimensional requirements and approved production methods to ensure complete technical documentation and support procurement, manufacturing and assembly.

Design Reviews, Quality and Compliance

Conduct design reviews and verify drawings and technical documentation against engineering requirements, design specifications, applicable ISO standards and quality requirements, implementing approved design changes to ensure compliant, accurate and technically sound design outputs.

Technical Guidance and Production Support

Provide technical guidance to Engineering and Production by responding to drawing and design queries, supplying technical files such as Parasolid models, and resolving manufacturing and assembly-related issues to support effective production processes and accurate product realisation.

Engineering Coordination and Continuous Improvement

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the design and development process, adhere to company engineering procedures and formal review requirements, maintain design records and identify process improvements to strengthen engineering delivery, knowledge sharing and overall operational efficiency.

Our recruitment values:

HENSOLDT South Africa focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion in our organisational strategy. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive corporate culture that benefits our employees and delivers better outcomes for our clients. In line with our commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, we welcome applications from all ethnic groups. In line with HENSOLDT's commitment to equal employment opportunities and our focus on diversity in the operational environment, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups.

Application Deadline:  23 November 2026. 

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV by applying directly on the HENSOLDT Careers page.

If you have not been contacted within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.