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Example drafter requirements on a job description

Drafter requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in drafter job postings.
Sample drafter requirements
  • Extensive technical drafting experience
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and other software
  • Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing principles
  • Understanding of industry-specific drafting standards
Sample required drafter soft skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Organizational abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving attitude
  • Ability to work in a team

Drafter job description example 1

Recon Group drafter job description

High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) with at least five (5) years or experience, or Vo-Tech or other technical training with at least three (3) years of experience in related fields; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.


License Requirements:

• Valid Driver's License as per State law or requirement


Specific Skills:

• Advanced AutoCAD and computer database understanding and proficiency.

• Understanding of discipline specific symbology (i.e., ISA, welding symbols, etc.).


Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plant and construction sites outdoors at any time of the year.

• Ability to work in protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.

• Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.

• Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.

• Ability to sit at desk and operate computer for extended periods of time.

• Ability to stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear.

• Ability to see with visual acuity and distinguish between colors.

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and have a valid driver's license.

• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. on a regular basis is required and at times lifting up to 25

• lbs. may be required.



Requirements:

Client/Discipline Information


• Maintain plant PFD's, P&IDs, and ISOs

• Read/interpret drawing packages

• Review, revise and refine AutoCAD drawings based on project redlines

• Track changes to drawings and maintain a log of changes

• Participate in drawing document control for the MOC process

• Field-verify sketches for accuracy

• Support inspection by maintaining piping circuit drawings

• Maintain filing system for drawings




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Drafter job description example 2

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories drafter job description

The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As a Drafter in Engineering Services, you'll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.
Why SEL?

We run SEL like our moms would want us to and part of that is taking care of our employees.
We're 100% employee owned. We recruit employee owners at SEL, not just employees. Onsite gym with classes and wellbeing programs. Onsite medical clinic Tuition Assistance program95% company paid medical/dental/vision/life coverage. Awarded by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 best companies to work for,100 best workplaces for millennials, 20 best workplaces for baby boomers, and 15 best workplaces for manufacturing and production.

Location
This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.

This is your chance to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry. Join Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, a company of innovators, inventors & problem solvers to continue building the most innovate and safety-critical products so that future generations have the means to pursue an increasingly higher quality of life. Apply today!

Communication with Applicants
SEL sends an initial e-mail response to all applicants at time of résumé or CV submittal. If you do not receive this communication, please check your SPAM filter and make sure your system is not blocking e-mails from SEL. It is important that you ensure your receipt of this e-mail as SEL may communicate future position updates via e-mail.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: M/F/Vets/Disabled.
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Drafter job description example 3

The Entrust Group drafter job description

EN Engineering, an ENR Top 100 company, provides comprehensive and dependable engineering, consulting, and automation services to pipeline companies, gas and electric utilities, and industrial customers. With first-hand experience operating and maintaining energy infrastructure, our engineering professionals provide expertise in Pipeline Engineering, Integrity Services, Automation Integration, Electrical Design, Industrial Solutions, and Process Safety Management.

EN Engineering provides innovative engineering solutions to meet our clients needs, while consistently maintaining the highest level of ethics and integrity. Our success is achieved through the valued contributions of our talented and diverse employees with more than 2000 professionals across 35 offices.

In return for top talent, EN Engineering offers:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Flexible PTO
  • Various opportunities for growth
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Excellent Benefits
  • Positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect and the challenge of contributing to the continued success of our organization.



Job Summary:


This position is responsible for developing engineered pipeline construction plans in an AutoCAD and/or MicroStation platform; receiving roughly designed concepts from engineers and transforming them into (CAD) working documents. Applications are predominantly related to the civil and mechanical engineering fields. This position is responsible for understanding and completing drawings in accordance with client specifications.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities:


Calculating lay out rights-of-way and/or street dimensions and angles

Constructing dimensional relationships of one part to another and a relationship of various parts to entire project, utilizing knowledge of engineering practices and mathematics

Creating a preliminary and/or final sketch of proposed drawing, using computer-assisted design/drafting equipment

Modifying drawings as directed by


Required Qualifications:


An Associate of Applied Science degree (AAS) in Design and Drafting Technology or equivalent prior work experience.

Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation software

0-2 years of experience in civil design in the gas pipeline industry

Strong work ethic with desire to work in a production environment


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Updated March 14, 2024

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