Mechanical Designer/Draughtsman

Our client in the mining industry is currently looking for a Mechanical Designer/Draughtsman. The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following;

Perform the design and drafting of mechanical plant models using applicable standards.
Execute designs following mechanical and layout design criteria developed specifically for projects.
Apply the design criteria throughout the evolution of the design.
Use vendor data, drawings, and information to develop and verify the model.
Create and maintain check sheets for all equipment as vendor data is received.
Back model all changes as required.
Ensure coordination with designers and engineers of other disciplines.
Perform clash detection of models with other discipline models.
Provide material quantity take offs for estimating purposes or inclusion into bulk commodity.
Purchases and installation contracts.
Generate 2D drawings from the 3D model as required by the project.
Prepare design concepts for both internal and client review.
Produce detailed engineering drawings and documentation for identified and approved.
Concepts/projects.
Participation in formal engineering review processes
Conduct operability and maintainability reviews, walk-throughs, and HAZOPs.
Conduct constructability reviews and HAZOPs.
Use model as basis for HAZOPs during the above reviews.

Job Requirements

Engineering diploma (N Dip) or equivalent (mechanical)
Experience within a large project in the mining industry
Ability to design in a 3D model environment
Knowledge of industry or regulatory standards, regulations, and codes pertinent to the design and systems related to the project
Understanding of other discipline requirements
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Good safety awareness

Desired Skills