CAD Trace Worker (Excluding Architectural and Civil Engineering Drafting)
きゃどとれーすこう（けんちく・どぼくせいずをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical job in manufacturing, electronics, machinery industries, etc., creating and revising drawings using 2D CAD software based on hand-drawn or scanned drawings.
Description
CAD Trace Workers scan hand-drawn or printed drawings created by designers or drafters and digitize them into electronic data using 2D CAD software such as AutoCAD or Jw_cad. They accurately handle line types, line widths, dimensioning, and layer division to provide drawing data usable in production and manufacturing sites. They are responsible for revision work during design changes, as well as PDF conversion and print output of final drawings, requiring an understanding of JIS-compliant drafting standards and attention to detail.
Future Outlook
While drafting is becoming more digitalized, the demand for 2D tracing work is on a decreasing trend due to the spread of 3D and BIM adoption. However, technicians with foundational skills in manufacturing design support are expected to have stable demand.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched Contractor / Full-time Employee / Office Work
Career Path
CAD Operator → CAD Trace Leader → Drafting Designer → Design Engineer
Required Skills
2D CAD Software Operation / Drawing Interpretation / JIS Drafting Standards Knowledge / PC Basic Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic 3D CAD Operation / Dimension Tolerance Management / English Drawing Interpretation / Version Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to draw fine lines and dimensions accurately. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it mainly involves tracing existing drawings. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because work often proceeds according to instructions. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work done sitting down. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
Aliases
- 2D CAD Operator
- CAD Operator
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