Mechanical Drafters
Also called: Drafter, Mechanical Designer, Mechanical Drafter,
What they do:
Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.On the job, you would:
- Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.
- Produce three-dimensional models, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.
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What they do:
Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.On the job, you would:
- Develop detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools, and controls, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.
- Produce three-dimensional models, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
- Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
- design
- product and service development
Math and Science
- arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
- physics
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
SKILLS
Basic Skills
- figuring out how to use new ideas or things
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
ABILITIES
Math
- choose the right type of math to solve a problem
- add, subtract, multiply, or divide
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- communicate by writing
Ideas and Logic
- come up with lots of ideas
- create new and original ideas
PERSONALITY
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical Thinking
- Dependability
- Integrity
- Initiative
- Cooperation
TECHNOLOGY
You might use software like this on the job:
Computer aided design CAD software
- Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Autodesk Revit
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
Graphics or photo imaging software
- Adobe Systems Adobe After Effects
- Trimble SketchUp Pro
EDUCATION
- associate's degree
- bachelor's degree
JOB OUTLOOK
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$57,060
$36,350
$92,010