Career Profile Mechanical Drafters Education Associate's This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $63,600 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Mechanical drafters prepare working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices. General Information Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information. Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Mechanical Drafters Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 13 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 13 openings per year are projected for Mechanical Drafters . +8.6% Employment Change Employment for Mechanical Drafters is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 8.6% between 2023 and 2028. $30.57 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $30.57/hour. Entry level workers are paid $22.90, while experienced workers are paid $39.22. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 109 Mechanical Drafters in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 118. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Mechanical Drafters are Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services, Building Equipment Contractors, and Architectural and Structural Metals Manufacturing. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Mechanical Drafters include Design, Engineering and Technology, and Mechanical. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Mechanical Drafters is Associate's. 92% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
