About the position
A specialist water treatment company delivering engineered water and wastewater solutions to industrial and infrastructure clients is looking for a Senior Mechanical Draughtsman to join their team in Somerset West.
They are looking for someone who is passionate about turning complex engineering concepts into practical, build-ready designs.
Requirements:
- A Mechanical Engineering qualification, or 3–5 years’ relevant draughting experience (water and wastewater experience is highly advantageous)
- Strong experience in mechanical design and assemblies
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or BricsCAD and 3D modelling software (SolidWorks preferred)
- Working knowledge of pipe routing, sheet metal, and manufacturing drawings
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills
- The ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate across disciplines
Key Responsibilities:
- Design layouts for water and wastewater treatment plants
- Develop piping isometrics, including Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Assist with equipment selection and contribute to mechanical equipment R&D
- Create 3D models of structural steel, piping systems, and sheet metal components
- Prepare accurate manufacturing, fabrication, and installation drawings
- Design sheet metal components and produce fabrication-ready documentation
- Create and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BoMs)
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of water and wastewater treatment projects
- Support project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning in collaboration with project leads
- Monitor and report on project progress, identifying risks or delays proactively
- Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, production teams, and site personnel
- Ensure all drawings and documentation comply with project requirements, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain detailed records of project milestones, design changes, and revisions
- Participate in site meetings and inspections to ensure alignment with design intent
- Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Desired Skills:
- Draughting for water and wastewater treatment
- AutoCAD
- BricsCAD
- SolidWorks
- Pipe routing
- manufacturing drawings
