Drafting Jobs in Texas
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.
Drafter / AutoCAD Technician ( Residential Construction )
- Sunshine Pools, Inc.
- Houston, TX
- 11 days ago
- Sunshine Pools, Inc.
- Houston, TX
- 11 days ago
General construction drawings. Making corrections to drawings. Performing take-offs for cost estimation. Plotting site drawings. Organizing & filing of project related materials....
. + Developing detailed construction drawings, topographical profiles, and related maps and specifications used in planning and constructing gas pipeline projects. + Plotting maps and charts showing...
MHR Engineering is looking for capable civil designers/technicians who are looking to engage in quality work while being a part of a diligent and close-knit team. MHR Engineering is an established...
Knowledge of drafting principles, techniques and procedures. Ability to comprehend and implement a wide range of client CAD standards....
We have an exciting opportunity for a CAD Designer Drafter to join the team with Nexus, a teammate company. This is a temporary role not to exceed 10 weeks....
Overview Kimley-Horn is looking for an experienced CAD Operator to join our Water Wastewater and Utilities team in Fort Worth, Texas (TX)! Responsibilities You will be working closely with the...
The ideal candidate should have experience in drafting for the metal building industries, preferred self-storage systems....
The Drafter position is to assist the Drafting Department with various drawings using standard CAD packages....
Perform office duties, including data reduction, field note reduction, calculations, data checks, staking computations, and drafting for survey maps....
Specific duties are: Understands reference/model file concept for preparation of facility construction drawing package....
Collecting field or other utility record data required for completion of construction drawings when necessary....
PRINCIPAL DRAFTER - SR. DRAFTER - Electro-Mechanical Drafter
- San Antonio, TX
- 6 days ago
- San Antonio, TX
- 6 days ago
Requirements: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an Associates degree in Mechanical Design and Drafting, Aerospace Design and Drafting, Electronics Design and Drafting or Avionics Design...
print, sort and collate PDF order packets Collate by address Using field documents and system orders to create CAD renderings Check order details vs. field documents Email for order clarification Meet drafting...
Drafter Are you ready to bring your Drafting skills to a team that values precision and innovation?...
Utilizes AutoCAD and its associated extensions daily under the supervision of the Drafting Lead. Carlson experience is a plus Other duties as assigned....
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- Boundary Surveys
- Bluebeam
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- Technical Drawings
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- Piping Design
- Navisworks
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers
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