Design Drafter Jobs

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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Drafter CAD Operator II

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago

What you will do: Provide CAD Drafting and design support for design department. Prepare technical drawings and documentation for fire alarm system installations....

CAD Designer II

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 3 hours ago

Converts engineers' and technicians' rough product design sketches into working documents by digitizing with computer aided design (CAD) to enable a CAD operator to complete related computer entry....

Electrical CAD Technician - Phoenix

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 hours ago

Description The Electrical CAD Technician will assist technical teams of detailers, designers and engineers to create world class detail on a variety of projects. This position will assist in...

Description The Electrical CAD Technician will assist technical teams of detailers, designers and engineers to create world class detail on a variety of projects. This position will assist in...

Survey CAD Technician

  • Deland, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Deland, FL
  • 3 hours ago

A candidate with experience with MicroStation, Openroads, Utility, and Scan Extraction experience is ideal....

Mechanical Drafter

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Qualifications: Associate degree in Computer-Aided Design/Drafting or similar field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of drafting experience required....

CAD Technician

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 hours ago

I have a client who is URGENTLY looking for a CAD Technician to join their growing team. They're looking for someone who meets or surpasses these requirements: 2+ years experience design A/E...

Survey CAD Technician

  • Novi, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Novi, MI
  • 8 hours ago

I am partnered with a leading multi-disciplined consulting firm that offers a full range of services to both public and private sector clients and they are looking to add a CAD Technician (Survey...

CAD Drafter

  • North Haven, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 9 hours ago

#LI-JH2 qualifications: Experience level: Experienced Minimum 3 years of experience Education: High School skills: CAD Microstation Autodesk Revit Project Management AutoCAD Civil 3D Computer-Aided...

CAD Operator - Land Development

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 9 hours ago

Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for an Experienced CAD Operator to join our Land Development team in Eden Prairie, MN! Responsibilities This individual will primarily be responsible for: designing...

CAD Operator

  • Hodges, SC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hodges, SC
  • 9 hours ago

In this role, the CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Operator will be responsible for managing, revising, and maintaining the clients master technical drawings using CAD software....

CAD Technician

  • Mansfield, MA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mansfield, MA
  • 10 hours ago

Our telecommunications engineering client is hiring for CAD Technicians in Mansfield, MA. This individual will be creating diagrams, schematics, layouts, multi-view, and various drawings to scale...

Dam and Levee CAD Technician/Designer

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 15 hours ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 15 hours ago

Experience with Microsoft Office Software, especially Excel and Word Preferred: Associate degree in CAD Familiarity with Revit or MicroStation About Freese and Nichols At the heart of our culture is...

Temp CAD Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 16 hours ago

About Atrium: What you do matters. As a people-centric organization, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued and your achievements...

CAD Technician

  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • 22 hours ago

We're looking for a skilled CAD Technician to join the engineering team of a growing general contractor. In this role, you'll support engineers, project managers, and field teams by producing...

Design Drafter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Product Design: The Delft Design Approach
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Salary for Design Drafter Jobs Nationwide

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Design Drafter positions.



Highest Education Level

Design Drafters 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
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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