Draughtsperson: Advanced at Weir Minerals

Purpose of Role:

• The position is responsible for the design of Comminution & bulk material handling systems, primarily focused on Trio & Enduron products. Design would be focused on structural steelwork/platework in order to complete modular skid support structures & conveyors etc. Position also requires the creation general arrangement and manufacturing drawings which translate the customer’s requirement into a physical solution.
• The role also provides technical support to the sales team and problem solving to all production related activities.

Why choose Weir: 

• Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way:

• Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong:

• Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities: 

Safety First:

• Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

Design: 

• Use of Tekla software at an advanced level to develop 3D models, assemblies, general arrangement drawings and manufacturing drawings. All work to be done timeously, with a focus on safety and quality.
• Produce practical, functional and safe designs that are of a structural and mechanical nature.
• Manage CAD and project data within the PLM software (Teamcenter).

Support:

• Provide technical support to Sales team to assist with tenders and customer queries.
• Provide technical support to third part fabricators and in-house production team. Primarily, resolving design issues timeously to keep projects on track.
• Provide technical support to other company departments as required.
• Manage and prioritize all work responsibilities to ensure deadlines are met.
• Use 3D scanner for on-site scanning & process scan data using scanning software.
• Travel to site, in Africa and the Middle East, to take site measurements & perform 3D scanning for retro-fit opportunities (valid passport required).

Development:

• Contribute to the ongoing development of Weir products.
• Drive initiatives to improve products, internal processes and best practices.
• Work within the Comminution & ETO team(s) to share knowledge and experiences to assist in growing the capability of the team and its members.
• Work within engineering team to ensure designs adhere to Weir Product Stewardship requirements.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications: 

• N5 in Engineering Studies - NQF level 6 (Desired).
• 5 years’ experience as a draughtsperson/designer in a manufacturing, mechanical, mining, energy or mineral process equipment environment with extensive experience in structural and plant design/modelling/draughting.
• 3 years’ experience in the mining industry.
• Extensive experience in the use of 3D structural modelling/draughting software (Tekla Structures, Advance Steel etc).
• Experienced in the use of other 3D mechanical draughting software (Inventor, Solid Works, Siemens NX, etc)
• Experienced in the use of 2D CAD software (AutoCad etc).
• Experienced with the use of a PLM software (Siemens Teamcenter, Autodesk Vault, etc.) (Desired)