Auto Card / Architectural Engineer at African Foundries Limited

Job Summary

• AutoCAD designers use computer software to create technical drawings based on the work of architects and engineers.
• You are to work on different types of drawings to meet with the production standard of the company, have an artistic eye with outstanding technical and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Work together with internal management and 3rd party vendors to achieve best practices and standardization across the brands
• Manage the company’s corporate prototype designs ensuring design standards are met with an overall focus on reducing production costs
• Track assigned tasks and prioritize completion of tasks accordingly
• Create schematic layouts and elevations in CAD for new products, remodels and renovations
• Read and analyse existing blueprints, construction drawings, and plans
• Work with external partners including but not limited to Architects, Engineers, Sign Manufactures and Installers, Fixture Contractors and other applicable vendors to bid projects and assess project costs
• Support the Planning team and Project Directors with timelines, scheduling, budgeting, project documentation and project delivery
• Generate reports and checklists as directed
• Site visits for as-built measurements and field verification as required
• Carry outs task assigned by superiors.

Requirements

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Design, Project / Construction Management, or a related field
• 3 to 6 years’ experience with the production of furniture/engineering drawings
• Strong ability to work in CAD software required
• 3-D modelling software and/or Adobe Creative Suite experience a plus.