Hire 2D Drafting Designers in South Africa

Hello and thanks for reading my Bio. I'm a mechanical engineer with 2D drafting, 3D modelling and CAE experience. My drafting experience include product, prototype and machine design. I design vari... Read more

Hello and thanks for reading my Bio. I'm a mechanical engineer with 2D drafting, 3D modelling and CAE experience. My drafting experience include product, prototype and machine design. I design various products for the Aerospace, Defence, Commercial, Medical, Marine and Industrial sectors. I basically involved in the ideation/conceptual phase, design, prototype and testing of the product. I also have project management experience and often work with startups. Software that I use are AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, SketchUp, ANSYS, SimScale, FreeCAD, Keyshot, Meshmixer and 3D builder. My curriculum vitae is available on request. Available for any questions. My time zone is GMT+2, South Africa. Thanks for reading.

1) 2D drafting and drawing is the process of creating and editing technical drawings, as well as annotating designs. 2) Professional drafting services, ranging from simple 2D Drawings through to compl... Read more

1) 2D drafting and drawing is the process of creating and editing technical drawings, as well as annotating designs. 2) Professional drafting services, ranging from simple 2D Drawings through to complex 3D Models and detailing. 3) From Digital Prototyping to rapid prototyping is the fastest and most cost-effective way to turn great ideas into successful products. 4) Drive innovation with a single, accurate 3D digital model to use at every phase of new product development. 5) Quickly refine ideas via combined parametric, free-form, and direct editing, and speed designs into production. 6) Design, visualize and simulate products before releasing them to Manufacturing. 7) Accurately capture and share ideas with others for input and collaboration with cloud-based product lifecycle management. In today's world of globalization, one might ask why not outsource instead in order to lower overhead cost, produce higher-quality projects with lightning-fast turnaround time.

My name is Marco Lopes and I am a Mechanical Design Engineer, with 4 years of experience. I am a young and enthusiastic mechanical engineer passionate about problem solving, design engineering and tec... Read more

My name is Marco Lopes and I am a Mechanical Design Engineer, with 4 years of experience. I am a young and enthusiastic mechanical engineer passionate about problem solving, design engineering and technology, capable of designing mechanical systems from first principles through to working prototypes. My greatest strengths include the ability to apply my engineering knowledge to real world problems, actively within the work space and the ability to take the initiative in a project environment. with experience in; • 3D modelling (Autodesk Inventor) • 2D drafting (AutoCAD) • Mechanical design • Component design • Product design I have 4 years of engineering experience in the fast-paced automotive production industry and recently the heavy rigging and construction industry. I work well under pressure and always ensure work is completed in a timely manner at an impeccable standard. Working in the automotive production industry, I was tasked with the design and simulation of automotive tooling components for companies such as Ford, Opel and BMW. The tooling components formed part of the complete production process line. Working in the heavy rigging construction industry I am tasked with designing specialized lifting equipment for unique engineering lifts. I work in and among all types of industries, giving me broad spectrum of basic engineering understanding in all engineering disciplines. I am capable of bringing your design ideas to life and producing working prototypes. In addition to design and modelling services, I can provide other engineering services such as, technical communication, report writing and project management. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or project inquiries, I am more than willing to discuss ideas and potential projects.

Architecture Architectural Design CAD Engineering & Architecture Construction Modeling CAD Conversion Drafting 2D Drafting Autodesk AutoCAD Building Design SketchUp 3D Architectural Rendering Mechanic... Read more

Architecture Architectural Design CAD Engineering & Architecture Construction Modeling CAD Conversion Drafting 2D Drafting Autodesk AutoCAD Building Design SketchUp 3D Architectural Rendering Mechanical Design Structural Drawing

I am a technical professional specializing in Mechanical Engineering Design and precision manufacturing, with over 7 years of industrial experience. My background as a NIMS-USA certified Tool & Die... Read more

I am a technical professional specializing in Mechanical Engineering Design and precision manufacturing, with over 7 years of industrial experience. My background as a NIMS-USA certified Tool & Die professional allows me to create digital designs that are fully optimized for the shop floor. ​By leveraging GnaCAD, I provide comprehensive engineering solutions, including: ​Precision Machine Part Design: Developing detailed models for components such as gears, shafts, and custom brackets, informed by my proficiency with Lathes, Milling machines, and Drill Presses. ​Sheet Metal & Enclosure Engineering: Expertise in calculating Flat Patterns and Bend Lines for complex industrial housings and safety infrastructure. ​Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Using my background as a NIMS-USA certified professional to ensure designs meet international standards for Measurement, Material, and Safety. ​Technical Documentation: Creating "first-time-right" technical drawings that incorporate Engineering Science and rigorous 5S Safety protocols to reduce production errors and plant downtime. ​Industrial Integration: Because I have extensive experience maintaining Extrusion, Looming, and Printing machinery, I ensure every CAD model I produce is practical for real-world mechanical assembly. ​I bridge the gap between complex engineering concepts and physical production, ensuring high-accuracy results for every project.

Established Design Draughtsman with several years of experience in the Design & Manufacturing field, having been a part of various projects, ranging from the Furniture Industry to the Mining Sector. I... Read more

Established Design Draughtsman with several years of experience in the Design & Manufacturing field, having been a part of various projects, ranging from the Furniture Industry to the Mining Sector. I specialise in creating intricate manufacturing drawings and detailed 3D models tailored for simulation, presentation, and approval purposes. I am eager to apply my technical expertise and creative mindset in a dynamic environment – whether that be on my own or as part of a team. I guarantee quality through consistency, dedication, and patience. I'm capable of working from rough sketches, or through a brief. I complete my work using AutoCAD & Fusion360.

Hi, I’m Ruan, a Senior Draughtsman and the founder of MetaFab Solutions (Pty) Ltd — a South African-based freelance draughting studio offering professional, on-demand CAD services for custom fabricato... Read more

Hi, I’m Ruan, a Senior Draughtsman and the founder of MetaFab Solutions (Pty) Ltd — a South African-based freelance draughting studio offering professional, on-demand CAD services for custom fabricators, joiners, and interior fit-out companies. With close to 10 years of hands-on experience, I specialize in creating accurate 2D workshop drawings, 3D models, and detailed fabrication documents using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor. I’ve worked extensively on projects involving structural steel, balustrades, staircases, bespoke furniture, and custom steel/joinery assemblies. Whether you're a steel fabricator needing shop drawings, a carpenter looking to visualize a custom cabinet, or a designer who needs help turning ideas into buildable plans — I can help. My Services Include: 2D Drafting (General Arrangements, Details, Shop Drawings) 3D Modeling & Exploded Views Assembly Instructions & Illustrations Steel & Joinery Fabrication Drawings Revision & Redrawing of Existing Plans Laser Cut/DXF File Preparation On-site measuring (local only) Industries I Work With: Custom Steel Fabricators Joinery and Cabinet Makers Interior Design Studios Fit-Out and Shopfitting Companies Builders and Renovators Manufacturing Workshops I understand the pressures of tight deadlines, unclear specs, and demanding clients — so I aim to be the kind of freelancer you can depend on: responsive, precise, and easy to work with. Let’s bring your concepts to life with high-quality CAD drawings you can build from with confidence

I'm a qualified Architectural Technologist with hands-on experience in residential, commercial, and estate development projects. I specialize in 2D drafting, 3D concept design, and construction docume... Read more

I'm a qualified Architectural Technologist with hands-on experience in residential, commercial, and estate development projects. I specialize in 2D drafting, 3D concept design, and construction documentation using AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp. With a background in both design and technical coordination, I’m comfortable working from concept to submission stage - including site planning, detailed layouts, council-ready drawings, and visual presentations. I understand the balance between creative design, budget constraints, and local building standards. Whether you need fast PDF-to-DWG conversions, permit-ready plans, or clean 3D renders for presentations, I deliver clear, accurate work - on time.

Solutions-oriented Mechanical Design & Project Engineer with more than 7 years of career experience providing cost-effective & outstanding designs. Highly adept in technical design, stress analysis, l... Read more

Solutions-oriented Mechanical Design & Project Engineer with more than 7 years of career experience providing cost-effective & outstanding designs. Highly adept in technical design, stress analysis, lean manufacturing and project management capabilities.

I am skilled in quick, efficient 2D Floor Plans. I can do sketch plans to turn your concept into a realistic plan. I can further elaborate these plans and produce full colour plans at presentation qua... Read more

I am skilled in quick, efficient 2D Floor Plans. I can do sketch plans to turn your concept into a realistic plan. I can further elaborate these plans and produce full colour plans at presentation quality. Some of the requests I have done in freelance work in the past: - draft plans for and indicated accurate dimensions for existing homes . - furniture layouts. - presentation / brochure quality floor plans. - full colour 2D Floor Plans. - costing drawings with accurate areas. - site plans for residential or commercial projects. - home renovation plans including demolition plans for the contractor. - unit layouts for higher density residential projects. (multiple units on one site) - look & feel brochures for presentation.

I am a holder of a Bachelor of Science honors degree in Geoinformatics and Surveying from the University of Zimbabwe. My degree gave me a broad overview of the broad geospatial domain. The major conte... Read more

I am a holder of a Bachelor of Science honors degree in Geoinformatics and Surveying from the University of Zimbabwe. My degree gave me a broad overview of the broad geospatial domain. The major content areas of the degree were Mine Surveying, Land Surveying, Engineering Survey, Rural and Urban Planning, GIS, Remote sensing, Law, Geodesy, and Photogrammetry. In addition to this, my degree course had courses in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, and Statistics, the sciences which are the basis of geoinformatics. My studies introduced me to numerous softwares that are used in the geospatial domain, software such as Surpac, Micro Station, AutoCAD, at Bindura Nickel Corporation(Trojan Mine) in Zimbabwe. I have been involved in various mapping projects at the companies I worked at, specifically topographical maps, sectional maps, sketch maps, etc. I have a strong background and experience with Arc GIS as well as QGIS. I am a committed individual who prefers working in an intellectually stimulating environment

CAD 3D Modelling, drawing extraction and Checking: Aecosim Modeller/OpenBuildings Designer, ProjectWise, Prime Medusa. Knowledge of ACAD, Inventor and SolidWorks, but did not work full time on the la... Read more

CAD 3D Modelling, drawing extraction and Checking: Aecosim Modeller/OpenBuildings Designer, ProjectWise, Prime Medusa. Knowledge of ACAD, Inventor and SolidWorks, but did not work full time on the latter. Point Cloud and TrueView. Microsoft Office Excell, Word, PowerPoint and some MS Project experience. Teams, Outlook, Explorer. Summary of Experience Mechanical: Design, Layout, 3D Modelling and Draughting, Detailing and Checking. Mechanical & Structural, Material Handling, with specific reference to belt conveyors, process plants, stockyards and stacking / reclaiming machines. Machine design to Geometrical and dimensional tolerances, Material selection. Metallurgical: Rolling mills, Arc-, Blast- and Basic Oxygen Furnaces, Coke Ovens and Sinter Plant. Steel, Manganese and Silicone. Mining: Winders (Single & Double Drum), Mills (Trunnion & Slipper bearing). Crushing and Screening plants. Material Handling: Machines: Stacking & Reclaiming, Circular Stockpile, Portal Stacker, Scraper Reclaimer, Tripper Car and Scraper Reclaimer. Moving Heads, Truck loaders, Galvanized Wire Line. Conveyors: Troughed belt conveyors for ore, coal, lime, etc. Main plant feed, high speed systems, Pockets belt systems, Sandwich conveyors, Belt feeders, picking conveyors and Mobile modular conveyors. Plant Layout: Heavy Metal Separation Plants, Coal Washing Plants, Screening and Crushing installations, Jigging Plants, Stockpiles, Test Gasifier Plant, Process Plant. Consideration to Steel properties, access and maintenance volumes. Workshare: Acted as Global 3D Design Coordinator on various projects in the mechanical department. Managing Director and Drawing Office Manager: Performed duties as MD and DO office manager on numerous occasions throughout my working career.

Freelance CAD drafter, specializing in 2D CAD drawings and designs. Experience gained in the following fields: - Architecture (Interior Design / Layouts) - Civil Engineering (Foundations, High & Lo... Read more

Freelance CAD drafter, specializing in 2D CAD drawings and designs. Experience gained in the following fields: - Architecture (Interior Design / Layouts) - Civil Engineering (Foundations, High & Low Level DWGs) - Telecommunications (Fiber Route Layouts, High & Low Level DWGs, Schematics)

25 years experience in the Civil Engineering Industry providing AutoCAD support and 15 years as a GIS Technician (ArcMap) support. I have recently become full time freelancer providing the above suppo... Read more

25 years experience in the Civil Engineering Industry providing AutoCAD support and 15 years as a GIS Technician (ArcMap) support. I have recently become full time freelancer providing the above support services.

I am a mechanical / industrial designer working in the tool and die industry. I design injection molds, extrusion blow molds and products for the plastics packaging industry. I have been using Siemens... Read more

I am a mechanical / industrial designer working in the tool and die industry. I design injection molds, extrusion blow molds and products for the plastics packaging industry. I have been using Siemens NX (formerly Unigraphics) CAD software for the past 12 years, I have also worked with CATIA and AutoCAD in the past.

I am a mechanical engineer with experience in part design and manufacture. I am capable of writing detailed tehnical documenation. I am passionate about engineering and I have a strong work ethic.

I am a mechanical engineer with experience in part design and manufacture. I am capable of writing detailed tehnical documenation. I am passionate about engineering and I have a strong work ethic.