Mechanical Drafters
Also called: Mechanical Drafter, Designer, Drafter, Design 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.
- Lay out and draw schematic, orthographic, or angle views to depict functional relationships of components, assemblies, systems, and machines.
- Coordinate with and consult other workers to design, lay out, or detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems.
Engineering and Technology
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Verbal
Math
Ideas and Logic
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Computer aided design CAD software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Optical character reader OCR or scanning software
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