Career Profile
Electrical & Electronics Drafters
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.
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Electrical & Electronics Drafters
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 11 openings per year are projected for Electrical & Electronics Drafters.
Employment Change
Employment for Electrical & Electronics Drafters is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 12.4% between 2023 and 2028.
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 5 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.