Mechanical Draughtsman

About the role

The Management of Tanzania Portland Cement PLC invites applications from skilled, detail-oriented Mechanical Draughtsman to join its engineering team. The successful candidate prepares, updates and maintains accurate mechanical and project engineering drawings supporting plant maintenance, shutdowns, fabrication, construction, equipment installation and capital projects. The role reports to the MCC Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare detailed fabrication drawings, assembly and installation drawings, and drawings for chutes, hoppers, ducts, conveyors, platforms, silos and pipework
• Prepare bills of materials (BOMs) and material take-offs, and revise drawings after plant modifications
• Prepare project layouts, general arrangement (GA) and construction drawings, and drawings needed during shutdowns and major maintenance
• Support project engineers with technical documentation and project execution packages
• Visit sites to collect measurements, verify dimensions and maintain as-built drawings
• Maintain the engineering drawing database, numbering, revisions and approvals, and update plant layouts and equipment records
• Prepare fabrication drawings for workshops, liaise with workshop staff and support quality control
• Provide drawings to contractors, review contractor drawings and take part in project meetings
• Follow plant HSE policies, including OSHA requirements, and design for safety and maintainability

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Drafting or a related engineering field
• 3 to 5 years of drafting experience in cement, mining, power, manufacturing or heavy industry
• Experience in maintenance projects and industrial plants, and in preparing fabrication and construction drawings
• Attention to detail, analytical thinking, teamwork, time management and problem-solving; able to work under pressure during shutdowns

Required skills

• Advanced AutoCAD 2D and 3D
• SolidWorks, Inventor or similar CAD software
• Reading engineering drawings, P&Lds and mechanical layouts
• Knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining and steel structures
• Understanding of cement plant equipment and systems
• Microsoft Office Suite; 3D modelling software is an advantage

Candidates must submit a detailed CV in PDF, contact details and three referees. Applications close on 31 October 2026; only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.