Mechanical Drafters
Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices using computer-aided design.
SOC 17-3013
AI exposure: 62/100
targeted tier. The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Drafters | 62 | $61,440 | -2% | 47,100 |
Skills associated with this occupation
- Technical Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Mathematics
- Problem Solving
- Communication
Frequently asked questions
Will AI replace Mechanical Drafters?
The Index cannot predict whether AI will replace an individual Mechanical Drafters role. Its 62/100 score is a relative estimate of task exposure, not a probability of job loss.
What does the exposure score mean?
The published value is 62/100, in the Targeted band. Higher values indicate greater estimated exposure within the model. It is not a measured share of tasks or a government employment forecast.
What wage and growth figures are available?
The source profile lists $61,440 median annual wage and -2% projected growth, with no source projection window recorded. Check original source dates and local conditions before treating those as current opportunities.
Can my personal assessment differ?
Yes. A generated assessment can consider the tasks you describe; an occupation-based fallback uses a broader baseline. Both are estimates. A different result is not proof that your job has changed.
Sources and methodology
The score is a relative index of task exposure from 0 to 100. It is not a percentage chance of losing a job or a forecast of layoffs. Individual tasks, employer choices, adoption, and regulation all matter.
The Index uses stored BLS-based occupation data. O*NET, OECD capability indicators, and task-exposure research are contextual references. The derivation of the stored occupation scores is not reproducibly documented in the published dataset.
The source snapshot does not record the wage-survey year or employment-projection window. Check the original BLS release before treating these figures as current. Editorial changes and export dates do not establish data freshness.
Related occupations
| Occupation | Exposure /100 | Median annual wage | Stored growth projection | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paralegals and Legal Assistants | 62 | $60,970 | +4% | 351,800 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | 62 | $60,780 | +5% | 343,900 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | 62 | $63,840 | +0% | 78,400 |
| Rail Yard Engineers, Dinkey Operators, and Hostlers | 62 | $56,200 | -5% | 4,100 |
| Bridge and Lock Tenders | 62 | $55,690 | +3% | 2,300 |
| Statistical Assistants | 62 | $52,560 | +3% | 13,800 |
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