How do they match: Mechanical Drafters

  • Product Designer
  • Technical Designer
  • Technical Illustrator
  • AutoCAD Technician
  • CAD Technician
  • Computer Aided Manufacturing Specialist
  • Computer Aided Design Technician
  • Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Drafter
  • Design Technician
  • Drafting Technician
  • Engineering Technician
  • Mechanical Design Technician
  • Tool and Die Designer

  • Produce three-dimensional models, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  • Confer with customer representatives to review schematics and answer questions pertaining to installation of systems.
  • Lay out, draw, and reproduce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
  • Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
  • Supervise and train other drafters, technologists, and technicians.

  • Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
  • Create graphical representations of mechanical equipment.
  • Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.