Job Role Description

IT and Engineering > AutoCAD Drafters/Designer

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50930.0000 60570.0000 72060.0000

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Short Description:

AutoCAD Drafters/Designer use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Software to support engineers and managers by preparing equipment layouts, 3D models, detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches, and diagrams. They create detailed design documentation, and estimate the CAD time and costs required to complete projects. They also prepare clear, definable drawings and bills of material for new and complex layouts by analyzing provided materials or modify exsisting drawings and bills of materials. AutoCAD Drafters/Designer assist in helping to define, create, and maintain development methodologies, procedures, and standards.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Use CAD software to produce detailed drawings that include building dimensions, required materials, and construction procedures.
  • Use software to use multiple angles and views to depict the association of components and systems.
  • Consult with the team on design and layouts.
  • Coordinate with builders to establish requirements and understand design concepts.
  • When deficiencies occur, revise designs to eliminate problems. 

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Active Learning: Understanding new information's implications for current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
  • Mathematics: Using mathematics to solve problems.
  • Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
  • Monitoring: Monitoring/assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
  • Operations Analysis: Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  • Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  • Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the audience's needs.

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed.
  • Education: Most occupations in this zone require vocational school training, on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
  • Related Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. 
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
  • Job Zone Examples: These occupations usually involve communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. 
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years: 1-2 years preparation (6.0 to < 7.0)

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