Drafters often work in the engineering, research, or development departments of large companies. They also work for architects and construction companies. Drafters are classified by the type of work they do and by the amount of responsibility they have.

What do architectural drafters do?

Architectural drafters draw structural features and details for buildings and other construction projects. These workers may specialize in a type of building, such as residential or commercial. They may also specialize by the materials used, such as steel, wood, or reinforced concrete.

Are architectural drafters in demand?

Overall employment of drafters is projected to grow 7 percent from 2016 to 2026. ... However, computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) technologies allow engineers and architects to perform many tasks that used to be done by drafters, which is expected to temper demand for all drafters.