Mechanical Drafters: 
Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Manufacturing |
| Indiana Average Salary | $65,208.00 |
| Average Time to Fill | 40 days |
| Typical Education | Associate's degree |
| Typical Experience | Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2016-2018) | 415 |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2018) | 0.83 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) | 1,722 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) | -6.66 % |
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Skills Profile
Essential (Soft) Skills
Essential Skills to Employers
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Information Gathering
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Integrity
Adaptability
Work Ethic
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Information Gathering
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Integrity
Adaptability
Work Ethic
Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Thinking Creatively
Design mechanical or production-related tools, fixtures, or devices
Design industrial or manufacturing machinery or equipment
Design electro-mechanical equipment or systems
Design control systems
Draw design, letter, or line graphics or illustrations
Draw subject or item sketches
Design industrial or manufacturing machinery or equipment
Design electro-mechanical equipment or systems
Design control systems
Draw design, letter, or line graphics or illustrations
Draw subject or item sketches
Getting Information
Read detailed electronic design specifications
Read operating, service, or repair manuals related to mapping, drafting, or surveying equipment
Review architectural, mapping, or drafting related codes and specifications
Interpret mapping, drafting, or surveying information from schematics or technical drawings
Review engineering data or reports
Read operating, service, or repair manuals related to mapping, drafting, or surveying equipment
Review architectural, mapping, or drafting related codes and specifications
Interpret mapping, drafting, or surveying information from schematics or technical drawings
Review engineering data or reports
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| Skill or Certification | Certi - fication | Certification | Hard to Fill | Expensive to Fill |
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| Project Management | ||||
| Plumbing | ||||
| Microstation | ||||
| Floor Plans | ||||
| Bill of Materials | ||||
| Manufacturing Processes | ||||
| Product Design |
