Draughting Technician

As a Draughting Technician, you will support the Engineering team by producing accurate, high-quality PV layouts, renders, and engineering drawing packs. You will play a key role in ensuring consistency in draughting standards across the business while contributing to projects ranging from 20kWp to 20MWp.

The Draughting Technician will be responsible for maintaining precision, meeting deadlines, and ensuring all drawing documentation supports successful project execution.

The Draughting Technician will report directly to the Draughting Manager.

• Produce accurate and timely 2D and 3D draughts for Engineering projects
• Create and maintain complete engineering drawing packs
• Ensure draughting standards are consistently applied across the group
• Develop and document draughting processes and best practices
• Maintain structured and compliant file naming and storage practices
• Create virtual representations of:
  • Solar carports
  • Ground mount systems
  • Rooftop configurations
• Produce detailed manufacturing and assembly drawings with clear dimensions
• Incorporate manufacturing standards into all drawings
• Perform parametric and freeform modelling
• Support digital prototyping and simulation where required
• Update drawings when design changes occur during installation or operations
• Collaborate with Engineering and stakeholders to ensure design accuracy
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of system design tools and practices
• Any other job duties associated with this role.

• Minimum 2 years’ proven draughting experience
• Valid driver’s licence (essential)
• Proficiency in:
  • AutoCAD (Essential)
  • Sketch-up
  • MS Office Suite
• Strong ability to issue revisions and drawings within deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience with in the solar or electrical industry
• CAD Automation
• Autodesk Inventor

• I will understand and confidently use Sketch-up, AutoCAD, and internal systems
• I will be familiar with draughting standards, processes, and file management practices
• I will actively participate in monthly 1:1s and team collaboration
• I will manage drawing files efficiently in line with best practices

• I will consistently deliver high‑quality 2D and 3D drawings
• I will effectively support the Engineering team across multiple projects
• I will ensure draughting standards are maintained across the group
• I will produce virtual models for various solar configurations
• I will meet all deadlines and KPI expectations
• I will be recognised as a reliable and valuable team contributor

• I will confidently manage a full range of draughting responsibilities
• I will produce complex, detailed drawings
• I will demonstrate strong capability in:
  • Parametric and freeform modelling
  • Digital prototyping and simulation
• I will be a trusted, dependable contributor who consistently delivers high‑quality work
• I will actively contribute to the company’s success in the solar and electrical industry

• We are passionate and proud of what we do.
• We communicate candidly, especially when it is difficult.
• We take the initiative, share our mistakes, and grow together.
• We are dependable and take accountability.
• No one person is bigger than the solution - no egos.

We are currently only considering candidates based in South Africa with valid working rights. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications from outside the country at this time.