Draftsman/designer job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example draftsman/designer requirements on a job description
Draftsman/designer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in draftsman/designer job postings.
Sample draftsman/designer requirements
- Proficient in CAD software
- Strong understanding of technical drawings and blueprints
- Ability to measure and analyze dimensions accurately
- Experience with drafting standards and codes
- Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes
Sample required draftsman/designer soft skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong time management and organizational skills
Draftsman/designer job description example 1
Turner Industries draftsman/designer job description
Works under the direction of a foreman, assist skilled workers in performing their assigned duties, and performs a large variety of other duties. Ability to interpret shop sketches, identifies material listed on sketches, and fabricates pipe spools from detailed sketches.
Functional Requirements:
Read and sign off on JSA; gather material listed on sketch to fabrication table; record heat numbers from fittings to the sketch if required; lay out for inside and outside diameter nozzle attachments; prep pipe and fittings with pneumatic grinders for fit up; use a plasma or oxy/fuel cutting torch; clean out inside diameter with compressed air after fit up; math skills required to add and subtract dimensions, figure inside/outside arc of ells, figure outside diameter rolls for spool orientation such as attachments, flange two holes; and maintains a clean work area.
Qualification Standards:
Preferably one (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill
Pre-employment on-site qualification test
Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
OSHA approved corrective eye wear (Z87)
Job site "Personal Protective Equipment" requirements (hearing protection, safety glasses, long sleeve shirt, gloves, steel toe boots, etc)
Physical Involvement:
Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction
Mental Involvement:
Employee may be required to do the following: following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; reading and interpreting load charts; judging distances and slopes accurately; following oral and/or written directions; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards
Work Environment Factors:
Location: industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop
Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground levels; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and/or high elevations; work performed in confined areas
Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: Outdoor climate; Exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances
Miscellaneous Requirements:
There will be times that the individual may be required to perform a task other than their normal operation as required by the company or the foreman, owing to the job demand.
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Functional Requirements:
Read and sign off on JSA; gather material listed on sketch to fabrication table; record heat numbers from fittings to the sketch if required; lay out for inside and outside diameter nozzle attachments; prep pipe and fittings with pneumatic grinders for fit up; use a plasma or oxy/fuel cutting torch; clean out inside diameter with compressed air after fit up; math skills required to add and subtract dimensions, figure inside/outside arc of ells, figure outside diameter rolls for spool orientation such as attachments, flange two holes; and maintains a clean work area.
Qualification Standards:
Preferably one (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill
Pre-employment on-site qualification test
Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
OSHA approved corrective eye wear (Z87)
Job site "Personal Protective Equipment" requirements (hearing protection, safety glasses, long sleeve shirt, gloves, steel toe boots, etc)
Physical Involvement:
Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction
Mental Involvement:
Employee may be required to do the following: following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; reading and interpreting load charts; judging distances and slopes accurately; following oral and/or written directions; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards
Work Environment Factors:
Location: industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop
Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground levels; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and/or high elevations; work performed in confined areas
Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: Outdoor climate; Exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances
Miscellaneous Requirements:
There will be times that the individual may be required to perform a task other than their normal operation as required by the company or the foreman, owing to the job demand.
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Draftsman/designer job description example 2
Sunrise Engineering draftsman/designer job description
This Opportunity
Sunrise Engineering is currently initiating a search for a CAD Draftsman to support our growing organization. This position is based in our Las Vegas, Nevada office.
Our Offerings:
* 4 weeks of PTO, with one week already in the bank ready to use on day 1
* 401k options, with a company match, and you're fully vested on your first day
* Nine paid holidays, you choose which holidays to celebrate
* Full benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision along with a company HSA match
* Company sponsored short-term disability and term life insurance
* Long-term disability, cancer, and accident insurance
* Tuition reimbursement
* Incentive bonus program
Your Impact
The CAD Draftsman provides both strategic and operational support to service center managers throughout the organization.
* Work with engineers to prepare original drawings and revisions of natural gas, municipal, private and industrial civil engineering projects using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other software.
* Provide technical support to other engineers and draftspersons as needed.
* Work at the direction of the Project Manager.
* Assist in preparation of promotional materials as requested.
* Provide other services including surveying and inspection on an as-needed basis.
* Attend staff meetings as required.
* Other duties as assigned.
Who We Are
At Sunrise Engineering, we are looking for talented people who will help make our company the best it can be for our employees and our clients. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired. We are committed to producing quality work and lasting relationships.
At Sunrise, we have an upbeat environment full of creativity and ingenuity. We value Safety, Balance, and Fun, which means that we proactively seek to improve the overall wellbeing of our team members. We embrace innovation and flexibility, allowing our associates to enjoy a work-life balance that best fits their needs. Our environment fosters community and camaraderie between associates no matter if their position is in our offices, or in the field.
Want to hear what our team says about working at Sunrise? Click here: Working at Sunrise
Who You Are:
Required Qualifications
* Three plus years of experience drafting and designing civil engineering projects for natural gas systems, municipal, private, or industrial projects.
* Should have AS degree or certificate of completion for computer aided drafting.
Sunrise Engineering is currently initiating a search for a CAD Draftsman to support our growing organization. This position is based in our Las Vegas, Nevada office.
Our Offerings:
* 4 weeks of PTO, with one week already in the bank ready to use on day 1
* 401k options, with a company match, and you're fully vested on your first day
* Nine paid holidays, you choose which holidays to celebrate
* Full benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision along with a company HSA match
* Company sponsored short-term disability and term life insurance
* Long-term disability, cancer, and accident insurance
* Tuition reimbursement
* Incentive bonus program
Your Impact
The CAD Draftsman provides both strategic and operational support to service center managers throughout the organization.
* Work with engineers to prepare original drawings and revisions of natural gas, municipal, private and industrial civil engineering projects using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and other software.
* Provide technical support to other engineers and draftspersons as needed.
* Work at the direction of the Project Manager.
* Assist in preparation of promotional materials as requested.
* Provide other services including surveying and inspection on an as-needed basis.
* Attend staff meetings as required.
* Other duties as assigned.
Who We Are
At Sunrise Engineering, we are looking for talented people who will help make our company the best it can be for our employees and our clients. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired. We are committed to producing quality work and lasting relationships.
At Sunrise, we have an upbeat environment full of creativity and ingenuity. We value Safety, Balance, and Fun, which means that we proactively seek to improve the overall wellbeing of our team members. We embrace innovation and flexibility, allowing our associates to enjoy a work-life balance that best fits their needs. Our environment fosters community and camaraderie between associates no matter if their position is in our offices, or in the field.
Want to hear what our team says about working at Sunrise? Click here: Working at Sunrise
Who You Are:
Required Qualifications
* Three plus years of experience drafting and designing civil engineering projects for natural gas systems, municipal, private, or industrial projects.
* Should have AS degree or certificate of completion for computer aided drafting.
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Draftsman/designer job description example 3
Managed Staffing draftsman/designer job description
Top Must Have Skills:
1. Must have a certificate in AutoCAD.
2. Must have an Associate degree in a technical field with an emphasis on computer aided design applications such as AutoCAD
3. AutoCAD drafting experience is required
Top Nice to Have Skills:
1. Experience with AutoCAD 2020
2. The ability to produce drawings from designer notes and sketches.
3. Electrical Technician background.
IDEAL CANDIDATE BACKGROUND:
Electrical Technician background with an Electric Utility.
Soft Skills Needed:
1. The contractor will have demonstrated proficiency with a computer and associated drafting software, such as Windows and AutoCAD, as well as the use of electronic drafting tools.
2. The contractor must also be able to collaborate with varied disciplines both internally and externally as well as operate within the company's team environment. This requires working closely with designers and other draftspersons to produce engineering drawings.
Education and certifications/licensures required:
1. Must have a certificate in AutoCAD.
2. Must have an Associate degree in a technical field with an emphasis on computer aided design applications such as AutoCAD
Interview Process (Subject to Change)
- Teams Meeting Interview
- 1-hour skills assessment at the Client Energy South Carolina Transmission Operation Center in Cayce, SC. Candidates will be tested on the required skills listed in the Top Skills needed and Job Description.
Detailed Job Description: Drafting Technician
The Drafting Group is responsible for producing drawings and data that clearly depict the physical transmission and distribution substation infrastructure, as well as the engineering parameters that support their design. This is a support role that operates under limited supervision. This position will use AutoCAD to develop structural and electrical drawings needed to build electric substations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Client is currently seeking a Contract Drafting Technician for the Substation Engineering Department (Transmission Operations Center – Cayce, SC). The Substation Engineering Department is comprised of engineers, technicians, and drafting personnel engaged in the engineering and design of electric substations
This position produces drawings and data that clearly and accurately depict the physical transmission and distribution substation infrastructure, as well as the engineering parameters that support their design. This position is responsible for providing drafting services that support engineering and design requirements. Drafting services include preparation of detailed system, equipment or component drawings; as-built drawings; electronic drawing and document control; and drawing revisions. This position requires use of manual and electronic drafting tools. Drafting personnel must be proficient with a computer and associated software, such as AUTOCAD, Windows, and electronic drawing management systems such as ADEPT.
QUALIFICATIONS
The contractor will have demonstrated proficiency with a computer and associated drafting software, such as Windows and AutoCAD, as well as the use of electronic drafting tools. The contractor must also be able to collaborate with varied disciplines both internally and externally as well as operate within the company's team environment. This requires working closely with designers and other draftspersons to produce engineering drawings. The ability to produce drawings from designer notes and sketches is required. Qualified candidates must have an Associate degree in a technical field with an emphasis on computer aided design applications such as AutoCAD. Must have a certificate in AutoCAD. Experience with AutoCAD 2020 or above is a plus. AutoCAD drafting experience is required. Candidate must live within a reasonable daily commuting distance to the Client Energy South Carolina Transmission Operation Center in Cayce, SC.
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Updated March 14, 2024