Design Tracer (Architectural and Civil Drafting)
せっけいトレーサー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized profession that accurately creates and traces architectural and civil engineering design drawings by hand or using CAD software.
Description
Design tracers are professionals who accurately redraw drawings using tracing paper or CAD software based on original drawings or revision requests created by architectural and civil engineering designers. They accurately reflect dimension lines, symbols, annotations, etc., to maintain the quality of design drawings. For hand drafting, they use drafting tables and drafting machines; for CAD drafting, they operate software such as AutoCAD and Revit. They also handle reflecting revisions, drawing management, creating printing masters, and print preparation, cooperating with the design team to support smooth design operations. In recent years, integration with BIM has increased, requiring drafting tasks that reference 3D model data and data conversion.
Future Outlook
With the spread of BIM and 3D modeling, the shift to digital drafting is progressing. By acquiring BIM software operation skills and data management abilities, the market value of drafting technicians is expected to improve.
Personality Traits
High Concentration / Meticulous / Patient / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Flex Time / Office Work / Overtime / Remote Drafting / Team Work
Career Path
Junior Tracer → Senior Tracer / Leader → CAD Operator → Design Assistant → BIM Modeler → Architectural Assistant
Required Skills
CAD Operation / Drafting Techniques / Drawing Management / Hand Drafting
Recommended Skills
BIM 3D Modeling / Basic Knowledge of Architectural and Civil Structures / Communication Skills / English Drawing Comprehension
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in detailed dimensions or notations are not permitted |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly instruction-based work with little originality |
| Initiative & Leadership | Mainly instruction-based work, with little demand for autonomous leadership |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands |
Related Qualifications
- Architectural CAD Certification
- CAD Utilization Technician Examination
Aliases
- Architectural Drafting Technician
- CAD Operator
- Civil Drafting Technician
- Drafting Operator
Related Jobs
- Architectural Technician
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