Drafting Jobs in New Mexico

A Drafter in the construction industry plays a crucial role in translating architectural or engineering designs into detailed technical drawings. These drawings are typically used as visual guidelines for constructing buildings or infrastructure projects. Drafters create plans for different project aspects like structural foundations, electrical systems, and piping layouts. They use specialized software to create 2D and 3D representations, which includes precise measurements, materials, procedures, and other vital construction details.

Essential skills for a Drafter include strong technical drawing abilities, proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software, spatial understanding, and keen attention to detail. They should also have knowledge of construction methods and materials. Drafters often require an associate degree in drafting, while a certification from the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA) can help highlight their professional competence. Before becoming a drafter, a person may have roles such as a CAD technician, architectural assistant, or engineering technician, where they gain the necessary experience in technical drawing and design.

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Facade Drafter

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 30+ days ago

CAD Drafter Qualifications: Responsibilities: Review Architectural drawings and specifications Prepare shop drawings for Architects approval and fabrication using AutoCAD Prepare B.O.M....

Senior CAD Technician

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 27 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 27 days ago

Your Responsibilities as a Civil CAD/BIM Technologist: Using your knowledge of drafting practices and CAD platforms you will work closely with other CAD Technician / Technologists, engineers, and senior...

Integrated Weapons Experiments Designer/Drafter 2/3 (Designer/Drafter 2/3)

  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 29 days ago
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 29 days ago

What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Minimum 3 years of experience with computer-aided drafting (CAD) modeling and engineering drawing preparation with software such as Creo and Solidworks; Demonstrated...

Senior Mechanical Drafter 2 (Part-time)

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associate's degree in Mechanical Design and Drafting, Aerospace Design and Drafting, or Avionics Design and Drafting. 7+ years: Self-motivated...

Senior Mechanical Drafter 2

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design and Drafting, Aerospace Design and Drafting, or Avionics Design and Drafting. 7+ years: Self-motivated...

CAD Operator

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, degree in drafting preferred. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office....

CAD Technician

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 90+ days ago

Prioritize work to meet various project requests and deadlines, answering to various engineers and project managers Drafting and design work for a variety of projects across multiple disciplines Working...

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Salary for Drafting Jobs in New Mexico

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Highest Education Level

Draftings in New Mexico offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
39.4%
Associate's Degree
25.7%
Master's Degree
13.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.1%
High School or GED
7.7%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.3%