Mechanical Designer Pietermaritzburg

Clifford Machines & Technology provides industrial welding, grating and wire working equipment.  For over 50 years, Clifford has been a leader in their field and we are looking for a new addition to our Design Team. If you have experience in the machine building industry, we want to hear from you.  Read further or visit (www.cliffeng.com)(https://www.cliffeng.com) for further details. * * Design of automated machinery using 3D CAD (Solidworks) from conception through to issuing of    manufacturing drawings. * Attention to detail and the ability to complete a job 100% accurately is a key requirement. * Candidate must have the ability to do new concept creation quickly, using hand sketches, white board drawings or other means to capture and scale design intent quickly. * Research of components, materials, and processes to enhance machine designs and efficiency. * Working to business systems in line with ISO9001. * Contact suppliers for availability of components to ensure kitting schedules are met. * Place POR’s when necessary. * Machine building and assembly of parts when necessary. * Site commissioning if required. * Project management. * Willing to travel internationally. * * Must have 5 years of CAD 3D (Solidworks or similar 3D) design experience – Design, Assembly and Drafting of complex assemblies. * Knowledge and use of PDM/PLM systems would be advantageous. * A tertiary technical qualification would be advantageous buy not compulsory. * Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Negotiable for the right candidate * * Must have 5 years of CAD 3D (Solidworks or similar 3D) design experience – Design, Assembly and Drafting of complex assemblies. * Knowledge and use of PDM/PLM systems would be advantageous. * A tertiary technical qualification would be advantageous buy not compulsory. * Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.