Design Drafter Jobs in New York

A Design Drafter in the manufacturing engineering industry creates technical drawings and plans for manufacturing products and structures. These drawings are used by production and construction workers to build everything from microchips to skyscrapers. Design Drafters work with engineers and other professionals on technical drawings and use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to prepare diagrams and drafts. They work on multiple projects and must be detail-oriented to make sure that all specs and dimensions are accurate. A Design Drafter also reviews and revises design drawings and production layouts as per project requirements.

Important skills for a Design Drafter include strong technical drawing skills, proficiency in CAD software, and a good understanding of manufacturing processes and construction methods. They should have excellent attention to detail, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well in a team. Certification in drafting from a technical school or community college can be advantageous, while courses in mathematics, science, computer technology, design, and drafting are useful. Prior roles that can lead to a Design Drafter position include CAD Operator, Mechanical Drafter, and Junior Engineer.

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Survey CAD Technician I

  • Melville, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into...

The successful candidate must be able to use computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software, provide engineering drafting/design support for large private solid waste facilities, remediation, private...

Product Detail Design (Drafter)

  • Olean, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Olean, NY
  • 3 days ago

The position reports directly to the Product Design Drafting Manager for the TCP Product line....

Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technician

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago

Employee-Owned Premier Countertop Manufacturer company is seeking a Computer Aided Design (CAD) Operator for a full-time position.Job Summary:This position creates drawings using AutoCadd for shop production...

Design Drafter

  • North Tonawanda, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • North Tonawanda, NY
  • 7 days ago

A preferred two-year college degree in an engineering technology design (Industrial or Mechanical Engineering Technology, Associates in Applied Science, A.A.S.). 2....

Temp Cad Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 17 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 days ago

TEMP CAD DESIGNER JOB FUNCTION: Fashion & Lifestyle JOB TYPE: Temp LOCATION: New York, NY COMPENSATION: $30/hr - $35/hr REMOTE / ONSITE: Onsite POSTED: Jun 30, 2025 ABOUT ATRIUM: What you do...

CAD Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 20 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 20 days ago

We have many opportunities available on our other career site pages. Click here to link to our careers page! At Diamonds Direct, we pride ourselves on finding talent with a certain set of...

CAD Drafter

  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY
  • 21 days ago

Power-Flo Technologies manufactures electrical equipment providing custom panelboards, switchboards, pull boxes, cabinets, retrofits, and more to our customers. We handle the entire project from...

Senior CAD Specialist

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 22 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 22 days ago

Perform CAD drafting/modeling in a manner which adheres to accepted engineering practices and standards, as well as company and client standards....

CAD Drafter / Project Assistant

  • Glens Falls, NY
  • 23 days ago
  • Glens Falls, NY
  • 23 days ago

Knowledge of CAD drafting standards and conventions....

CAD Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 29 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 29 days ago

CAD Designer Join our team as a CAD Designer and bring your creativity to life by developing stunning art and textile designs. This short-term role offers an exciting opportunity to work on style...

Senior Mechanical CAD Designer/Drafter

  • Endicott, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Endicott, NY
  • 30+ days ago

**Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Performtimely incorporations of updates to Mechanical Computer Aided Design (MCAD) models and/or Drawings, ranging from simple drawing updates, to complex...

Senior Mechanical CAD Designer/Drafter

  • Endicott, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Endicott, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Low to moderate direction provided to incumbents by design engineers.Required Education, Experience, & Skills Perform timely incorporations of updates to Mechanical Computer Aided Design (MCAD) models...

Survey CAD Technician

  • Brentwood, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details: Survey Cad Technician One of the top Civil Engineering Firms in New York has an immediate need for a Survey Cad Tech with 3-25+ years experience. Position is full time permanent is...

Civil CAD Technician

  • Albany, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 30+ days ago

Many of the world's top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community's interaction with water a bit differently-as a single holistic system, rather...

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Design Drafter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Design Drafter Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Design Drafters in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.3%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Master's Degree
17.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.1%
High School or GED
4.9%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Design Drafters in New York
2-4 years
23.6%
10+ years
18.1%
Less than 1 year
17.7%
1-2 years
16.4%
None
9.4%
8-10 years
6.1%
6-8 years
4.7%
4-6 years
4.0%



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