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Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

SOC 17-3029.00Job Zone 2 · Some PreparationSibling-inferredv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers engineering technologist and technician practice in architecture and engineering support roles, spanning CAD-based drawing production, design documentation, cost estimation, client consultation, and project coordination in construction and technical services environments.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Scale drawings and basic layouts — produce using computer-aided design software under direct supervision in a structured training environment.
  2. Architectural design templates and standard symbols — apply following established protocols to prepare entry-level construction documents.
  3. Client functional requirements — record and organize during supervised consultations in a small-scale project office setting.
  4. Construction plan components — identify and label with attention to detail while reviewing annotated examples provided by senior technologists.
  5. Materials lists and basic cost data — compile from supplier catalogs under guidance to support preliminary project documentation.
  6. Technical specifications and design briefs — read and interpret with assistance to extract relevant structural or spatial information.
  7. Document management software — navigate and use to store, retrieve, and version-control project files in a team-shared digital repository.
  8. Mathematical calculations for basic measurements and unit conversions — perform using standard formulas to support drawing accuracy on assigned tasks.
  9. Graphics and photo imaging software — operate at a foundational level to insert, resize, and format visual elements in design documents.
  10. Verbal instructions and project notes — listen actively and summarize in writing to confirm understanding before beginning assigned drafting tasks.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Scale drawings and architectural designs — prepare with reduced oversight using CAD tools to meet defined project specifications in a mid-size engineering office.
  2. Construction plans with aesthetic representations — develop incorporating standard visual details and material callouts for routine residential or light commercial structures.
  3. Structural specifications and material selections — document accurately in formatted reports supporting the project team's design decision process.
  4. Client spatial and functional requirements — gather and translate into preliminary design briefs during independently conducted intake consultations.
  5. Estimated project costs — calculate using unit-cost databases and quantity take-offs to contribute to budget documentation for routine assignments.
  6. Desktop publishing software — use to format and produce client-ready design packages and technical reports meeting office presentation standards.
  7. Critical thinking and problem-solving — apply to identify design conflicts or specification gaps and propose corrective options to supervising engineers.
  8. Database query tools — execute to retrieve project data, material standards, and regulatory references in support of day-to-day design work.
  9. Technical writing — compose clear specification narratives and design notes that conform to office style guides and professional documentation standards.
  10. Mathematical principles including geometry and basic physics concepts — apply routinely to verify dimensional accuracy and structural feasibility of prepared drawings.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Final construction plans including aesthetic representations and structural details — develop autonomously ensuring compliance with applicable codes and client requirements on complex projects.
  2. Full design packages covering specifications, materials, color schemes, equipment lists, and cost estimates — prepare and deliver independently for multi-phase construction engagements.
  3. CAD and design software environments — use proficiently across the full drafting workflow to produce, revise, and finalize architectural and engineering drawings without supervision.
  4. Non-routine client consultations — lead to clarify ambiguous functional or spatial requirements and translate outcomes into actionable design parameters.
  5. Design conflicts and technical discrepancies — diagnose through inductive and deductive reasoning and resolve by coordinating adjustments across drawing sets.
  6. Graphics and imaging tools — leverage with expertise to produce high-quality visualizations and renderings that communicate design intent to diverse stakeholders.
  7. Judgment and decision-making — exercise independently when evaluating material substitutions, structural details, or scope changes that affect construction plan integrity.
  8. Multidisciplinary project documentation — integrate architectural, mechanical, and engineering inputs into cohesive, coordinated drawing sets for contractor use.
  9. Written and oral presentations of technical findings — deliver clearly to clients, contractors, and project managers to support informed decision-making.
  10. Knowledge of engineering technology, physics, and production processes — apply across the full project lifecycle to anticipate fabrication or construction constraints during design.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Organization-wide drafting and design standards — establish and maintain to ensure consistency, quality, and regulatory compliance across all project teams.
  2. Junior and mid-level engineering technologists — mentor and coach in CAD tools, specification writing, and client consultation techniques to build departmental capability.
  3. Complex, high-value construction plan programs — direct from concept through final documentation, coordinating multiple technologists and interfacing with senior engineers and clients.
  4. Strategic technology adoption — evaluate and champion new CAD, document management, and database solutions that improve firm-wide production efficiency and output quality.
  5. Client relationships at the organizational level — cultivate by representing the firm's technical capabilities and ensuring design deliverables consistently exceed expectations.
  6. Quality assurance reviews of final construction documents — lead by applying advanced critical thinking to detect errors, omissions, and code conflicts before project handoff.
  7. Multidisciplinary project teams — integrate across engineering, architecture, and cost-estimation functions to deliver coordinated, constructible design packages on schedule.
  8. Firm-level cost estimation methodologies and material sourcing strategies — develop and refine to improve accuracy and competitiveness of project bids and proposals.
  9. Professional development curricula and onboarding programs — design for new technologists, incorporating job-zone-appropriate competency benchmarks and hands-on CAD practice.
  10. Organizational policies for document control and intellectual property management — author and enforce to safeguard design assets and ensure audit-ready project archives.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted drawing review — uses an AI tool to cross-check scale drawings or construction plan details against written specifications, flagging discrepancies for supervisor review Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Basic specification lookup — queries an AI assistant to retrieve material properties, building code references, or cost estimate ranges, then confirms results against authoritative sources before use Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Design documentation drafting — delegates first-draft preparation of structural specifications, materials lists, and cost summaries to an AI assistant, then edits the output for technical accuracy and client requirements Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. CAD workflow acceleration — directs AI tools to generate or refine repetitive drawing elements within computer-aided design environments, reserving spatial judgment and client-specific adjustments for personal review Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Reading comprehension support — routes dense regulatory or technical documents through an AI summarizer to extract actionable requirements, applying critical thinking to verify that summaries match the source text Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Client requirement synthesis — processes meeting notes and client briefs through an AI assistant to produce structured functional and spatial requirement documents, then validates completeness against direct client consultation Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Multi-source plan coordination — orchestrates AI tools to reconcile aesthetic, structural, and cost data across multiple drawing sets, maintaining authorship of all design decisions and final plan sign-off Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Iterative cost estimation — runs AI-generated cost models across material and scope variables, critically evaluating outputs against industry benchmarks and adjusting assumptions before presenting estimates to clients Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. End-to-end project documentation pipeline — architects a workflow in which AI agents draft construction plans, specifications, and cost reports in sequence, with structured human checkpoints at each stage to catch domain-specific errors Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. AI output quality governance — establishes review criteria and validation protocols for AI-generated technical drawings and specifications used across a project team, ensuring that all outputs meet professional and regulatory standards before client delivery Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Complex problem decomposition — structures ambiguous engineering or design problems into discrete subtasks assigned to AI tools, integrating the outputs into a coherent solution while retaining responsibility for cross-disciplinary trade-offs WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  4. Workflow time optimization — redesigns standard technician workflows to exploit the substantial time savings available through AI assistance, identifying which tasks benefit from delegation and which require unassisted human judgment Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 120
Augment share: 12%
Time saved: 80.4%
AI autonomy: 3.43
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Reading Comprehension
Score: 45.5 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Computational Thinking
computational_thinking
Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Technical documentation drafts — produces basic written summaries of design specifications and material lists using standard templates Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Client intake notes — records functional and spatial requirements during initial client consultations using structured note-taking O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Scale drawing labels — annotates computer-aided design outputs with foundational descriptive text to convey design intent to team members Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Construction plan narratives — prepares written descriptions of structural specifications and estimated costs with increasing clarity for contractor review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Technical briefings — presents design progress updates to project teams using visual aids and CAD outputs to support verbal explanation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Client requirement summaries — translates client-stated functional and spatial needs into documented design briefs with moderate independence O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Multi-audience design reports — prepares comprehensive information packages covering design, materials, equipment, and cost estimates tailored to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Construction coordination communication — conveys structural and aesthetic design details through finalized drawings and written specifications that guide contractor execution without ambiguity O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Active listening in client consultation — elicits precise functional requirements and spatial constraints through structured questioning and reflective listening during client meetings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Cross-disciplinary technical writing — authors detailed engineering and design documentation that integrates physics, materials science, and cost analysis into unified deliverables adopted as project standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stakeholder communication strategy — leads communication planning across client, contractor, and engineering team touchpoints to ensure design intent is preserved throughout construction lifecycle Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentored documentation review — coaches junior technicians on technical writing precision and drawing annotation standards through structured feedback sessions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership10 statements
Emerging
  1. Task ownership — takes responsibility for assigned CAD drawing tasks and notifies supervisors proactively when design requirements are unclear Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer support initiation — assists fellow technicians with basic software tool usage or drawing standards when capacity allows Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Small project coordination — leads discrete phases of design or documentation work, organizing own workflow and flagging schedule risks to senior engineers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Junior technician guidance — demonstrates correct CAD procedures and specification formatting to newer team members during daily work activities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Design team facilitation — directs the preparation of construction plan packages by coordinating contributions from drafters, engineers, and client representatives across project milestones Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Technical decision ownership — makes and defends design detail decisions within scope of authority, ensuring alignment with structural specifications and client requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Process improvement initiative — identifies inefficiencies in drawing production or specification workflows and proposes procedural changes to supervisors with supporting rationale Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Project technical leadership — serves as lead technologist on complex construction or engineering projects, setting quality standards for drawings, specifications, and cost documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-functional team development — mentors a team of technicians and drafters by establishing competency benchmarks and delivering structured skill-building sessions in CAD and technical documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Organizational standards authorship — develops and institutionalizes design documentation standards and CAD protocols adopted department-wide Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition10 statements
Emerging
  1. Learning gap identification — recognizes areas of limited technical knowledge in engineering principles or CAD tools and seeks clarification from supervisors or reference materials Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Task reflection — reviews completed drawings or specifications after submission to identify errors and record lessons for future assignments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Study strategy application — selects targeted learning resources such as engineering handbooks or software tutorials to address identified skill gaps in design or mathematics Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Error pattern monitoring — tracks recurring mistakes in scale drawing production or specification writing and adjusts personal workflows to reduce their frequency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Cognitive load management — plans complex multi-component design tasks by breaking work into sequenced steps that match available technical knowledge and tool proficiency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Self-assessment against standards — evaluates own construction plan outputs against project specifications and engineering codes before submission, identifying and correcting discrepancies independently Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Feedback integration — systematically incorporates reviewer corrections into revised drawings and specifications, documenting changes to reinforce learning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Metacognitive modeling — articulates personal problem-solving and self-monitoring strategies to junior technicians as part of structured onboarding and mentorship programs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Strategic learning planning — designs and executes a multi-month personal development plan addressing advanced topics in engineering technology, physics applications, or emerging CAD platforms Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Team knowledge gap analysis — assesses collective technical blind spots within a technician team and curates targeted learning interventions to close identified gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking11 statements
Emerging
  1. Specification review — reads and identifies inconsistencies between client requirements and draft construction plans using provided checklists and supervisor guidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Basic feasibility assessment — applies foundational engineering and mathematics knowledge to evaluate whether proposed design dimensions are physically plausible Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Design assumption examination — identifies and questions implicit assumptions embedded in structural specifications or material selections before finalizing scale drawings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cost-design tradeoff analysis — evaluates the impact of material or structural choices on estimated project costs and flags concerns to engineering leads Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Evidence-based design revision — revises construction plan details based on systematic review of physics principles and engineering standards rather than intuition alone Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Complex problem resolution — diagnoses and resolves conflicts between spatial constraints, structural requirements, and aesthetic design goals using structured analytical reasoning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Multi-criteria design evaluation — assesses competing design options against client functional requirements, engineering feasibility, material availability, and cost parameters to recommend optimal solutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Judgment under uncertainty — makes defensible technical decisions when design specifications are incomplete, documenting reasoning and assumptions for engineering review Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systems-level design critique — evaluates entire construction plan packages for logical consistency, identifying systemic risks in structural, aesthetic, and cost components before project submission Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Innovative problem framing — redefines poorly structured engineering or design problems to expose root causes obscured by surface-level symptoms, enabling more effective solutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Critical thinking curriculum contribution — develops case-based problem sets drawn from real project challenges to build analytical reasoning skills in junior technicians Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration11 statements
Emerging
  1. Team task participation — contributes assigned drawing or documentation components to shared project packages on schedule and communicates progress status to team leads Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-role communication — asks clarifying questions of engineers and clients to ensure personal work aligns with overall project goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Interdisciplinary coordination — collaborates with engineers, architects, and contractors to reconcile design details across disciplines during construction plan preparation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict navigation — raises and works to resolve disagreements about design specifications or drawing standards through constructive dialogue with colleagues Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Shared review participation — contributes technical input during collaborative drawing reviews, integrating diverse professional perspectives into revised outputs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Client-team interface management — coordinates information flow between client stakeholders and internal engineering teams to ensure design requirements are accurately captured and executed Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Collaborative CAD environment stewardship — maintains shared drawing files, version control, and naming conventions to support seamless team access to current construction documentation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Multi-stakeholder project contribution — integrates input from clients, engineers, and contractors into unified construction plan packages that reflect collective technical and aesthetic requirements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Collaborative process design — establishes team workflows and communication protocols that optimize coordination between drafters, technicians, and engineers across complex multi-phase projects Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Diverse team integration — actively incorporates perspectives from team members with varied technical backgrounds into design problem-solving, improving solution quality and team cohesion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. External partner collaboration leadership — leads joint working sessions with client organizations, contractor teams, and engineering consultants to align on construction plan revisions and specifications Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
6Character11 statements
Emerging
  1. Accuracy commitment — double-checks scale drawing dimensions and specification figures before submission, acknowledging errors discovered independently to supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional conduct — meets deadlines, follows workplace safety protocols, and maintains respectful communication with colleagues and clients in routine interactions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ethical disclosure — reports material selection concerns or cost estimation discrepancies to engineering leads promptly, even when discovery reflects a personal oversight Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability in design revisions — accepts ownership of drawing corrections required after client or engineering review without deflecting responsibility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Confidentiality maintenance — handles client structural requirements and proprietary design specifications with appropriate discretion throughout the project lifecycle Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Professional integrity under pressure — maintains accuracy standards in construction plan documentation even when project timelines create pressure to expedite review processes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Transparent client communication — discloses design limitations, cost uncertainties, and technical risks to clients honestly during consultation and plan review interactions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory compliance adherence — ensures all design and construction documentation conforms to applicable engineering codes and standards, flagging non-compliant elements for correction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical standards modeling — demonstrates and articulates professional engineering ethics to junior technicians through consistent behavior and direct mentorship conversations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Accountability culture building — establishes team norms that reward transparent error reporting and continuous improvement over performance concealment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Integrity in complex client situations — navigates situations where client preferences conflict with engineering safety or code requirements by clearly communicating constraints and advocating for compliant solutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
7Creativity11 statements
Emerging
  1. Design variation exploration — generates multiple preliminary aesthetic representations or structural detail sketches for supervisor review before committing to a final construction plan direction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Tool experimentation — tries alternative CAD features or drawing techniques to improve the clarity or visual quality of scale drawing outputs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Aesthetic problem solving — proposes design modifications that resolve spatial or structural conflicts while maintaining or enhancing the aesthetic intent of the construction plan Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Novel material application — researches and suggests non-standard materials that meet engineering specifications while offering cost or performance advantages over conventional options Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Workflow innovation — develops personal productivity methods for CAD drawing production that reduce rework and improve output consistency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Integrated design creativity — produces construction plans that inventively reconcile client functional requirements, structural constraints, and aesthetic goals into coherent and buildable solutions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive design problem solving — generates original approaches to design challenges that have no established precedent in project documentation or engineering guidelines Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Visual communication innovation — creates non-standard drawing presentation formats that improve stakeholder comprehension of complex structural or aesthetic design elements Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Design innovation leadership — pioneers new approaches to construction plan development that are adopted as best practices within the organization or project team Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Creative culture cultivation — facilitates brainstorming and design charette sessions that unlock novel solutions from technician and engineering teams on constrained projects Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Experimental technology integration — evaluates and integrates emerging CAD, simulation, or visualization technologies into design workflows to expand the team's creative and technical capabilities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset11 statements
Emerging
  1. Challenge acceptance — volunteers for drawing or specification tasks at the edge of current skill level, seeking guidance rather than avoiding difficulty Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback receptivity — accepts critical review comments on CAD drawings or technical documentation without defensiveness and uses them to guide revision Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill stretch application — applies newly learned CAD techniques or engineering concepts to live project work shortly after completing training or self-study Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Setback recovery — returns to corrected design tasks after receiving substantial revision feedback, maintaining effort quality and output standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Learning from others — observes experienced engineers and senior technicians during design reviews and extracts transferable techniques for personal skill development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Persistent problem engagement — sustains focused effort on technically complex design or specification challenges across multiple revision cycles without abandoning quality standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Proactive competency development — independently identifies and pursues training in emerging engineering software or updated design standards before deficiencies affect project quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Effort-mastery connection — demonstrates through consistent practice that proficiency in structural calculations, scale drawing, and specification writing improves measurably with deliberate effort Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Growth culture modeling — publicly shares personal learning journeys and skill development milestones with the technician team to normalize continuous improvement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Advanced challenge pursuit — proactively requests assignment to the most technically demanding projects to accelerate growth in engineering technology expertise Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Team growth facilitation — establishes structured after-action reviews following project completions that convert collective setbacks and successes into documented team learning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness11 statements
Emerging
  1. Attention management — applies focused concentration during detailed scale drawing tasks to reduce transcription errors in dimensions and specifications Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional awareness in client interactions — recognizes personal stress responses during challenging client consultations and pauses to recalibrate tone before responding Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Distraction management — maintains sustained focus on complex multi-layer CAD drawing tasks in open-plan or high-interruption work environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Intentional task transition — fully closes out one design component review before shifting attention to the next, reducing carry-over errors between drawing sections Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Stress response monitoring — identifies rising anxiety during tight project deadlines and applies self-regulation strategies to preserve drawing accuracy and decision quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Deliberate client listening — brings full present-moment attention to client consultations on functional and spatial requirements, minimizing internal distractions during information gathering Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Mindful error checking — conducts structured, unhurried review passes on finalized construction plan documentation to detect errors that rushed review would miss Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Emotional regulation under review pressure — manages responses to critical feedback on design submissions with composure, maintaining constructive engagement throughout revision discussions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Mindful leadership practice — models and teaches attention management and emotional regulation techniques to junior technicians as part of professional development conversations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational intentionality — approaches design process decisions with deliberate reflection on long-term project quality and team wellbeing rather than reactive short-term problem solving Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Mindful complexity navigation — applies sustained present-moment awareness when managing simultaneous construction plan deliverables across multiple active projects without degrading output quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude11 statements
Emerging
  1. Task persistence — continues working through difficult scale drawing corrections or calculation challenges rather than abandoning the problem when initial attempts fail Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Deadline endurance — maintains acceptable output quality on design documentation tasks during periods of compressed project timelines Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Sustained effort under ambiguity — continues productive design work when project specifications are incomplete or contradictory, making reasoned progress while awaiting clarification Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Revision cycle resilience — completes multiple rounds of substantial drawing or specification revisions without declining effort quality or professional engagement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Uncertainty tolerance — proceeds with construction plan preparation under conditions of incomplete client information, applying best-available engineering judgment until fuller requirements are established Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Adversity navigation on complex projects — sustains technical performance and professional conduct across extended high-pressure project phases involving competing stakeholder demands and tight tolerances Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Courageous technical advocacy — maintains a documented engineering position on design specifications when challenged by clients or contractors, presenting evidence-based rationale under social pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Long-duration project endurance — delivers consistent drawing and documentation quality across multi-month construction projects despite fatigue, scope changes, and repeated revision cycles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Resilience under organizational adversity — maintains professional standards and team effectiveness during periods of significant organizational change, resource constraints, or project crisis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Fortitude mentorship — shares experiences of professional setbacks and recovery strategies with junior technicians to normalize persistence and build team-wide resilience Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Courageous innovation defense — champions novel design or process approaches in the face of organizational skepticism, backing positions with rigorous technical evidence and sustained advocacy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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O*NET skills
Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingWritingJudgment and Decision MakingMathematics
Knowledge domains
Engineering and TechnologyMathematicsDesignComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguagePhysicsMechanicalProduction and Processing
Abilities
Written ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionInductive ReasoningProblem SensitivityOral Expression
Work styles
Attention to DetailDependabilityCautiousnessIntellectual CuriosityIntegrityAchievement Orientation
Technology
Document management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareData base user interface and query softwareData base management system softwareDevelopment environment software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its co
  2. Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
  3. Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs,
  4. Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.
CIP education codes
15.000115.010115.030415.030715.040115.050115.059915.060715.061115.061415.061515.061715.080615.080715.090115.110315.120115.120215.120315.120415.129915.140115.150315.170115.170215.170315.170415.170515.170615.179929.030329.030629.030729.0409

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