Junior Mechanical Draughtsman

Hydrofire is looking for a practical and motivated Junior Mechanical Draughtsman to join our operations team.

This is not a desk-only CAD position. You will assist with mechanical draughting and product development while gaining hands‑on exposure to fireplace assembly, sheet‑metal fabrication, quality control, and local suppliers.

You will work closely with our Operations Manager to take components from idea → drawing → manufacture → inspection → finished product
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• Produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D models for fireplace and flue components, brackets, cover plates, vents and other fabricated items.
• Prepare manufacturing‑ready drawings for laser cutting, bending, welding and assembly.
• Update drawings when dimensions, materials, bend radii or manufacturing requirements change.
• Assist with new product concepts, prototypes and design improvements.
• Work with local suppliers, laser cutters, bending companies and welders.
• Inspect manufactured components against drawings and specifications.
• Identify quality or fitment problems and assist with corrective action.
• Support local fireplace assembly, production documentation and quality control.
• Help coordinate locally manufactured components, supplier orders and lead times.
• Maintain an organised drawing and revision library.

• A qualification in mechanical draughting, mechanical design, CAD or a related technical field.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor, Solid Works or similar 3D mechanical CAD software
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• Good AutoCAD or 2D technical drawing ability.
• An understanding of sheet metal, laser cutting, bending, welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read technical drawings and check manufactured components.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and willingness to learn.
• A practical, hands‑on approach and willingness to work in both the office and workshop.
• Ability to take ownership, solve problems and communicate confidently with suppliers and workshop staff.
• Experience in sheet‑metal fabrication, fireplaces, braais, HVAC, ducting, stainless steel, metal furniture, commercial kitchen equipment or light engineering would be advantageous.

We are looking for someone quick, practical, driven, and eager to develop
. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow beyond junior draughting into product design and the development of new Hydrofire products.