An AutoCAD Drafter’s primary responsibility is to create technical drawings to help design and build aircraft, bridges and other engineering, manufacturing or architectural projects. More specifically, their daily duties include:
Using CAD software, such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks, to prepare technical drawings
Working with engineers and other professionals to produce drawings that meet their specifications
Writing related technical documents such as material lists and cost estimates
Ensuring that all drawings are accurate and meet industry standards
Maintaining a library of standard drawing templates
Updating existing drawings as new information becomes available