Drafter/CAD Operator II

Position Responsibilities

• Create detailed technical drawings and computer-aided designs for mechanical, electrical, structural, and other engineering projects.
• Create various views, sectional profiles, and intricate details, including irregular or reverse curves and hidden lines.
• Use conventional drafting and CAD tools and techniques to develop and revise design documents.
• Produce simple revisions to existing drawings based on verbal instructions or detailed specifications.
• Develop complex revisions from sketches, models, or specifications that clearly define the desired output.
• Make arithmetic computations using standard engineering formulas.
• Consult manuals and measure layouts to obtain dimensions and tolerances.
• Prepare and revise design drawings for construction, installation, or assembly of systems.
• Ensure that drawings comply with project requirements, quality standards, and applicable engineering practices.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, or similar platforms).
• Working knowledge of conventional drafting techniques, engineering terms, and documentation.
• Ability to interpret specifications, engineering sketches, and technical references.
• Skilled in preparing design documents with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Competence in performing standard mathematical computations for technical drawings.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with engineers, designers, and project managers.
• Experience with 3D modeling and design software.
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, or civil design standards.
• Experience supporting federal, state, or local government engineering projects.
• Able to manage multiple drafting tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Understanding of BIM (Building Information Modeling) workflows.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical School degree in Drafting, Illustrating or Graphic Arts.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience preparing detailed engineering drawings using CAD tools and conventional drafting methods.