Designer Draftsperson - Mechanical

Astron Energy
Stad Kaapstad, Wes-Kaap
Full time
3 weeks ago
Reporting to the Drawing Office Lead, the Mechanical Draughtsperson will divide their time 75% on Mechanical, Piping & Structural drawings needed to complete a project and 25% performing the duty of a Checker of drawings for correctness and Standards prior to submittal for approval. The successful candidate must also be able to understand and develop Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's), along with other team members.

·       Technically responsible for quality and designs of all draughting work produced.

·       Develop time estimate and schedule for jobs (scope of work).

·       Providing approved for construction (AFC) drawings for:

o Field support – break-in work and emergencies

o Engineering Works Request (EWR)

o Tank refurbishments

o Integrity Threat Recommendations - ITR’s

o Replacement in kind (RIK)

o “As-Build” update of drawings

·       Piping Isometrics on new/existing pipelines – 3D modelling utilizing CADWorx and generating Bill of Materials (BOM)

·       Structural – pipe supports, platforms, walk-ways, cat walks, etc.

·       Mechanical – Vessels, Boilers, Tanks, pumps, etc.

·       Civil – concrete pump bases, footings, etc.

·       Refinery Plot/Key Plan updates.

·       Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) on Plot Plans updates.

·       Understanding and developing Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's).

·       Mentoring of learners or new employees

·       Job duration estimations

Minimum Requirements: Professional Qualification and Certifications

·       Professional Qualification and Certifications:  B-Tech / N.Dip Mechanical Engineering preferred;

·       Technical Engineering Drawings certification plus strong track record in Refinery or similar Heavy industry

·       Work Experience:

·       Min 5 years’ experience essential in a Petrochemical Manufacturing environment.

·       Good knowledge of ASME and the American Petroleum Institute (API), South African National Standard (SANS) and other Codes and Standards related to Petrochemical Plants.

·       Demonstrated knowledge in AutoCAD including Ancillary Software and Intergraph SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) strongly preferred.

·       Experience in developing piping isometrics and detail mechanical drawings using AutoCAD.

Knowledge and skills:

·       Ability to build strong customer-focused relationships amongst the various Business Units.

·       Manages own time to ensure efficient and productive work output.

·       Keep pace with Technology advancement of Designs and Draughting products and software tools. Strong planning, prioritization and time-management skills

·       Able to manage high volume of workload with competing priorities and deadlines

·       Strong work ethic and commitment to deliver results the right way yet with a sense of urgency and accuracy

·       Able to function individually and as a Team Member with minimal supervision

·       Ability to read and understand various drawings, including P&ID symbols as used in various standards.

·       Fluency in English is essential.

·       Good communication, organizational and administration skills.

·       Proficiency in AutoCAD, Cad Worx, MS Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point)

·       Able to work in a high volume and a fast-paced environment.

Application deadline:

21 June 2025
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