Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson

2026-09-16 to 2026-10-19

Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson
High Tech Tooling

Brisbane, Queensland 4110

Full-Time Permanent

Annual Salary: $79,500 to $90,000

High Tech Tooling is an established engineering and precision manufacturing company specialising in advanced CNC machining, tooling and the manufacture of high-quality engineered components. The business combines modern manufacturing technology with skilled technical expertise to deliver accurate and reliable solutions to meet client requirements. We currently have a position available for a Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain CNC programs, mechanical drawings and manufacturing documentation for precision components, tooling and mechanical parts.
• Interpret CAD models, engineering drawings, specifications, dimensions and tolerances to develop suitable manufacturing solutions.
• Support engineering and production teams with mechanical design, tooling, machining and manufacturing requirements.
• Select appropriate machining methods, tooling, workholding and machine requirements.
• Work with CNC Operators to resolve programming, machining and dimensional issues and respond to production feedback.
• Provide technical input to design and production planning to improve manufacturability, quality and efficiency.
• Ensure programs, drawings and finished components meet specifications, quality and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate technical records and comply with HTT's quality and safety systems.

Tasks

• Develop, modify, test and optimise CNC programs for production.
• Prepare setup information, tool lists and supporting job documentation.
• Review drawings and CAD models to determine machining requirements, materials, tolerances and processes.
• Assist with program proving, troubleshooting and improvements to CNC machining processes.
• Investigate dimensional and production issues and implement appropriate programming or process changes.
• Provide technical feedback to engineering, design and production planning.
• Assist with inspection, quality issues and non-conformances.
• Maintain CNC program revisions, job records and historical documentation.
• Support CNC Operators and production activities as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe and professional work environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Drafting, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline; or
• At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.

Skills

• CNC programming and CAD/CAM competency.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, CAD models, specifications and tolerances.
• Knowledge of machining processes, tooling, workholding and CNC equipment.
• Strong technical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and ability to work with engineering and production personnel.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Experience

• Experience in CNC programming within precision engineering, tooling or manufacturing.
• Experience preparing CNC programs and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and CAD models for production.
• Practical knowledge of CNC machining, tooling and manufacturing processes.
• Experience troubleshooting machining, dimensional and quality issues.
• Experience working with CNC Operators and production teams.

Annual Salary: $79,500 to $90,000

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