Career Profile Electrical & Electronics Drafters Education Bachelor's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $59,000 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Electrical & Electronics Drafters prepare diagrams and drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment. General Information Prepare wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, and layout drawings used for the manufacture, installation, or repair of electrical equipment. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Electrical & Electronics Drafters Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 11 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 11 openings per year are projected for Electrical & Electronics Drafters. +12.4% Employment Change Employment for Electrical & Electronics Drafters is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 12.4% between 2023 and 2028. $28.38 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $28.38/hour. Entry level workers are paid $21.02, while experienced workers are paid $34.86. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 84 Electrical & Electronics Drafters in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 95. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Electrical & Electronics Drafters are Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services, Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, and Building Equipment Contractors. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Electrical & Electronics Drafters include Design, Engineering and Technology, and Computers and Electronics. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Electrical & Electronics Drafters is Bachelor's. 84% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
