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Draftsman (Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design)

Draftsman (Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design)

The Legends AgencyWorkFromHome, Mpumalanga, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Draftsman (Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

R 400,000.00 - 600,000.00 (South African Rand)

About the job Draftsman (Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design)

Excellent Opportunity for a Remote CAD Draftsman (Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design) To join our highly recognised UK client in the international arena for interior architecture.

Position : Mid-to-Senior CAD Draftsman Retail Shopfitting & Joinery Design

Location : Fully Remote (Preferably residing in Cape Town)

Salary : R400,000 R600,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience)

Experience : 3+ 5+ 7+ years in a similar role

Working Hours : UK hours (5 days a week)

Leave : 19 days annual leave + UK bank holidays

Overview

We are seeking a skilled CAD Draftsman with experience in retail shopfitting and joinery design to work remotely for a UK-based company. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Autodesk Inventor 2024 and Autodesk AutoCAD 2024 , producing high-quality technical drawings and ensuring designs are optimized for CNC cutting and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • CAD Drawing & Technical Design :

Produce full Inventor drawing packs using the provided A3 drawing template.

  • Generate full PDF drawing packs and GA level drawings .
  • Ensure Pack & Go models are prepared in Inventor and meet ETS standards for seamless collaboration with the UK team.
  • AutoCAD & CNC Preparation :

    • Create machine-ready DXFs for joinery CNC, ensuring :

  • Clearly labeled materials and rebate depths.
  • Separate cutting paths (not just a screen dump of Inventor parts).
  • Generate laser-ready DXFs for metal parts, including flat patterns with correctly sized holes for each application (e.g., 5mm hole for M6 tapped thread).
  • Provide full IGES files of complete units.
  • Deliver IGES files for laser-cut tubes , if necessary (e.g., slotted posts or detailed tubes).
  • Compliance & Documentation :

    • Ensure all models and drawings adhere to UK manufacturing and shopfitting standards .

  • Work closely with the UK team, following ETS standards to ensure all files are accessible and editable in the UK.

    • Required Skills & Qualifications

    Software Proficiency :

  • Autodesk Inventor 2024
  • Autodesk AutoCAD 2024

    • Technical Skills :

  • Strong understanding of retail shopfitting, joinery, and metal fabrication .
  • Ability to produce manufacturing-ready drawings for wood and metal components.
  • Familiarity with flat pattern metal design and laser-cut part preparation .

    • Education & Experience :

  • Mid-Level : 3+ years of experience in a CAD drafting role related to retail, joinery, or shopfitting.
  • Senior Level : 5+ years of experience with strong project delivery capabilities.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Architectural Technology, or a related field .
  • Strong portfolio of past projects in retail store design, fixtures, or shopfitting .
  • Fully remote role (must have reliable internet and own CAD software access).
  • UK working hours (5 days a week).
  • 19 days annual leave + UK bank holidays .
  • Salary range : R400 000 - R600 000 per annum (negotiable based on experience).
  • R1500,00 Medical Allowance p / m

    • How to Apply

    Interested candidates should submit their CV, portfolio, and a brief cover letter detailing their experience with retail shopfitting and CAD drafting.

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