How do they match: Electrical and Electronics Drafters

  • Consult with engineers to discuss or interpret design concepts, or determine requirements of detailed working drawings.
  • Determine the order of work and the method of presentation, such as orthographic or isometric drawing.
  • Draft working drawings, wiring diagrams, wiring connection specifications, or cross-sections of underground cables, as required for instructions to installation crew.
  • Reproduce working drawings on copy machines or trace drawings in ink.
  • Review work orders or procedural manuals and confer with vendors or design staff to resolve problems or modify design.
  • Study work order requests to determine type of service, such as lighting or power, demanded by installation.
  • Supervise and coordinate work activities of workers engaged in drafting, designing layouts, assembling, or testing printed circuit boards.

  • Prepare detailed work plans.
  • Review technical documents to plan work.