Drafting Tracer (Excluding Architectural and Civil Engineering Drafting)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Drafting tracers are specialists who support drafting work by transcribing and duplicating drawings created by designers or engineers using drafters or tracing paper.
Description
Drafting tracers are responsible for manually transcribing and duplicating design drawings for mechanical parts and product designs using specialized drafting tools such as drafters, rulers, templates, compasses, and tracing paper. Based on original drawings or CAD data received from designers, they accurately reproduce dimensions and shapes, and complete neatly organized drawings. Since deadlines and accuracy are emphasized, high attention to detail and precision are required.
Future Outlook
With the普及 of CAD and 3D modeling, the demand for hand-drawn drafting is declining, but there remains a need for transcribing and duplicating special drawings. Market value will increase by acquiring CAD skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Dispatched Contract Employee / Freelance / Office Work / Team Work
Career Path
Drafting Assistant → Drafting Tracer → CAD Operator → Drafting Technician → Design Assistant
Required Skills
Dimension Annotation / Drafter Operation / Drafting Tools / Tracing Technique
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of Product Structures / CAD Software (Basic Operation) / Dimensional Tolerances
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately reproduce even minute differences in dimensions and shapes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the main task is reproduction based on rulers rather than decorating drawings. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical load is low mainly because it involves sitting work. |
Aliases
- Drafting Operator
- Tracing Worker
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- CAD Operator
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