Design Drafter Jobs in North Carolina

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 II

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago

At McKim & Creed, we are an employee-owned firm with more than 950 employees in offices throughout the U.S. including NC, SC, FL, VA, GA, TX, LA and PA. With a culture centered around "People...

Senior CAD Technician

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior CAD Technician opening in our Charlotte, NC or Rock Hill, SC office. As a Senior CAD Technician for LaBella, you will perform survey work...

CAD Operator IV

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 3 days ago

**Job Description:** Transforms initial rough product designs using computer aided design (CAD) into working documents....

CAD Operator/BIM Coordinator

  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Since 1921, MB HAYNES Corporation, in Asheville, NC, has provided solid, stable careers for many good people. As market leaders, we have enjoyed tremendous growth through the years, and we are...

Electrical CAD Technician

  • Cary, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 9 days ago

Electrical CAD Technician with Electrical experience needed in Raleigh NC. This position will assist in developing computer-aided drafting design solutions. Assist with preparing drawings and...

CAD Designer III

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 16 days ago

Job Description: Transforms initial rough product designs using computer aided design (CAD) into working documents....

Mechanical Drafter

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 27 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 27 days ago

Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience. 2+ years experience with design/drafting experience Additional Skills & Qualifications Knowledge of Unigraphics NX8 Knowledge of...

Survey CAD Technician

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 28 days ago

Strong communities dont just happen. Theyre thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities,...

CAD Designer

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 28 days ago

Support both electrical and cross-disciplinary (mechanical) design when needed. Provide accurate drawings in a timely manner....

Survey CAD Technician I

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 28 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 28 days ago

At McKim & Creed, we are an employee-owned firm with more than 800 employees in offices throughout the U.S. including NC, SC, FL, VA, GA, TX, LA and PA with a culture centered around "People...

Staffing - Drafting/CAD Technician II

  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Day to Day Responsibilities: Makes initial design layouts of mechanical systems and subsystems using computer aided design under the direction of an engineer (2D/3D)....

CAD Technician

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 30+ days ago

McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to...

Drafter/CAD Operator

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 30+ days ago

: What you will do: Provide CAD Drafting support for design department. Prepare technical drawings and documentation for fire alarm system installations. (using provided tools and libraries)....

CAD Technician

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 30+ days ago

The Engineering CADD Technician is responsible for converting and creating design in electronic documents using computer aided design. What are the primary responsibilities?...

Civil CAD Technician

  • Burlington, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, NC
  • 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...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Design Drafter Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Design Drafter Jobs in North Carolina

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

Highest Education Level

Design Drafters in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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