CAD Designer

Persona Staff Jobs – CAD Designer

Our client, an international company specializing in security products and services, is seeking an experienced CAD Designer to join their team in the Cape Winelands area.

Responsibilities:

• Create and verify technical documentation using SolidWorks and follow PLM system protocols.
• Design mechanical and/or electrical drawings.
• Ensure adherence to work standards for assigned product groups.
• Supervise prototype execution and internal/external testing.
• Provide support for Customer Engineering processes, focusing on site layouts and designs for perimeter protection and control solutions.
• Offer technical support, including drawings, cost estimates, booking guidelines, and after-sales service advice for internal customers.
• Configure and maintain ERP system codes, including bill of materials and manufacturing routings.
• Assist Manufacturing with production specifications, packaging manuals, and technology.
• Participate in creating documentation for the Quality Management System.

Key Parameters:

• Support Customer Engineering tasks related to models, drawings, quotations, and ERP configuration for international projects.
• Proficiency in 3D Modelling using SolidWorks.
• Experience with BOM and Routing creation in ERP systems (IFS).
• Designing perimeter and access control products for projects.
• Ability to render designs.

Skills and Experience:

• Grade 12 qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical, manufacturing, material, or mechatronics engineering.
• Proficiency in solid modeling, assemblies, and drawings within CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of key construction principles.
• Experience with electro-mechanical components in design is advantageous.
• Familiarity with certification processes and failure mode analysis is a plus.
• Experience with e-commerce companies is desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• Knowledge of IFS, SAPR3, or other MRP systems is advantageous.
• Understanding of perimeter protection concepts is beneficial.

To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.