Education & experience
Essential qualification
N5 Multi-disciplinary Draughting Diploma or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Draughting
Advantageous qualification
N5/N6 Mechanical Engineering qualification
Minimum experience
5 years in a design, draughting, and manufacturing environment
Computer literacy
Essential
SolidWorks (Advanced) Inventor (Advanced) MS Excel (Intermediate) MS Word (Intermediate)
Advantageous
Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Key performance areas
Draughting
85%
Create thorough, detailed assembly drawings and assembly instructions from engineers' layouts.
Convert hand-sketches into CAD using established draughting standards.
Ensure draughting style consistency between drawings as per Alaris draughting standards.
Seek clarity and advice from designers as needed to ensure design questions are answered upfront.
Standardise selected pre-existing layouts and assembly drawings.
Incorporate red lines into original drawings following the ECP process.
Assist in creating, updating, and evaluating Alaris quality plan procedures relating to engineering drawings and documentation.
Work independently with designers and engineers on various projects, producing detailed and assembly drawings for manufacturing or fabrication.
Attend design reviews and related project meetings as requested.
Coordinate draughting workload with relevant managers and project managers to support the prevailing workload.
Self-check and correct all work prior to submitting to the mechanical engineers for review.
Verify the nominal fits of all parts as they are detailed from an overall layout.
Apply industry-standard mechanical draughting techniques throughout.
Database management
15%
Plot and manage CAD files, original plots, and electronic file backups.
Translate electronic documents between various formats (DWG, DXF, STP, PDF, ZIP, etc.).
Update older drawings to current standards.
Assist in managing and maintaining standard parts libraries and CAD templates.
Ad hoc
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the success of projects, individuals, and the company.
Other requirements
Good knowledge of dimensioning and tolerances
Familiarity with machining and assembly processes
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organisational and planning skills
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities
Ability to work independently with high responsibility
Works well under pressure and meets deadlines
Good interpersonal skills and assertive nature
Logical thinker with high levels of initiative
Professional approach with a commitment to confidentiality
Willing to put in extra effort and hours as needed
People-centric with flexibility and adaptability
English language proficiency