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Manufacturing
- Annual Median Wage$ 61,990$44,270
$84,350Annual NC Wage Range
Growth Rate
Very Slow Growing
- Mechanical Drafters use software to convert the designs of engineers into technical drawings. Workers use technical drawings to help design mechanical equipment. This category includes all drafters not in the
What do they typically do
- Examine drafts and supporting documents and check measurements to make sure plans meet specifications
- Consult with engineers about design concepts and requirements of detailed working drawings
- Specify dimensions, materials, and procedures for new products
- Work under the supervision of engineers
- Confer with engineering staff and other personnel to resolve problems
- Design electrical and electronic systems
- Use computer-aided drafting equipment (CAD) or conventional drafting tools to draft drawings
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth -0.1%Job Opening 68Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseN/AMore
NC Workforce Credentials- Autodesk Certified Professional Inventor [Autodesk or Certiport]
- Autodesk Certified User AutoCAD [Autodesk or Certiport]
- Autodesk Certified User Inventor [Autodesk or Certiport]
- Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) [SolidWorks ]
- Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) [SolidWorks ]
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