REYNOLDS ELECTRICAL & ENGINEERING CO., INC.
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Design Drafter
JOB CODE : 051215
DATE PREPARED : August 1, 1983 Revised: October 27,. 1993

SUMMARY STATEMENT

The incumbent designs clear, complete drawings for working plans from schematics or other criteria as
requested by design engineers.

DIMENSIONS

The incumbent reports to the Orafting Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibility

NATURE AND SCOPE

1.

Prepares clear, complete work plans, detail drawings, and sectional views applying drafting techniques and
knowledge in developing layouts; assures that drawings are in accordance with accepted drafting standards;

2. Collaborates with engineers on the design of more technical assignments; designs drawings for the purpose
of work clarifications; often works independently;
3. Utilizes engineering notes, sketches, and dimensions to design and adjust drawings according to engineers’
requests;
4. Prepares preliminary and final artwork; prepares various diagrams, drafts, and other detailed graphic
presentations as required; completes as-built drawings of completed structures;
5. May design minor features on assigned projects which are reviewed by design originators to verify
consistency with prior engineering specifications;
6. Makes any adjustments or changes to layouts that are necessary or desired;
7. Knowledgeable in a variety of technical data; knows where to consult catalogs and make field investigations
to develop data for preparation of drawings;
8. Provides numbering system for in-house drawings, maintains logs, and retrieves files as requested;
9. Adheres to ail Company EEO, affirmative action, environmental, health, safety, quality assurance, and
security programs;
10. Performs related work as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Constantly = Over 2/3 of time
. Frequently = 1/3 - 2/3 of time
Physical Occasionally = Less than 1/3 of time
1. Occasional standing/walking in oftice areas or while performing field work in shop or outdoor work areas;
2. Frequent-to-constant sitting on stool at drafting table while preparing drawings;
3. Occasional lift/carry papers, tools, or supplies up to ten pounds;


Design Drafter

4. Occasional push/pull in opening doors/drawers requiring force up to five to ten pounds;
5. Occasional climbing stairs/ladders up to ten feet high while out in field;
6. Occasional bending/twisting at waist/knees to reach lower areas;

7. Constant use of both hands/arms in reaching/handling/grasping/tingering while drawing and using drafting
tools. Frequent-to-constant use of fine motor skills;

8. Constant use of sight abilities in preparing work; visual requirements include color vision, hand/eye
coordination, and visual acuity in near- and mid-range vision;

9. Frequent use of speech/hearing abilities in communicating with engineers, supervisors, and coworkers to
determine work specifications.

Mental

1. Constant mental alertness, attention to detail, and high degree of accuracy required in creating detailed
drawings and diagrams to exacting specifications;

2. Must be able to work independently, prioritize work load, and follow through on all projects;
3. Must possess creativity, independent judgement, and spatial reasoning ability;

4. Must possess excellent mathematica! skills including geometry in order to make necessary calculations and
understand engineering specifications;

5. Must be able to read/write/speak English and communicate clearly and effectively with engineers and
supervisors in order to determine and clarify work requirements;

6. Must be able to learn and understand technical engineering, drafting, and building terminology and
principles.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Work is mostly performed in office environment. May occasionally travel to shop areas or construction sites
with exposure to weather conditions.

Tools & Equipment Used: Personal computer, maintrame computer, drafting table, drafting tools and supplies,
general office equipment; motor vehicle, eye and hearing protection, safety shoes, and hard hat when in the
field.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND WORK EXPERIENCE

High school diptoma or equivalent with coursework in general drafting required. Five years of drafting
experience with emphasis on design drawing in a specialized engineering field providing thorough knowledge of
drafting principles and standards.

OTHER SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoSOLID, and computer drawing experience required. Driver's license required.