With CAD/CAM stations, the technical illustrator foregoes manual dexterity in drawing complex machines by hand in favor of using automated drawing systems on a workstation. Technical illustrators use computer aided techniques to draw parts and cut-out sections of machines as well as schematic diagrams for novice technical staff to better understand how things work. They often get trained in specific industries to draw enlarged views and sections of machinery parts to illustrate operating, reference and customer user manuals. A resume as a technical illustrator should include a portfolio of works done.
Technical Illustrator Resume Template
Aaron F. Gavin
Valley Ford, Sonoma, CA
Phone: 707-556-8091
Objective
To be part of a team of technical illustrators for manufacturing company with an in-house technical reference manual to maintain.
Summary of Qualifications
- About 8 years of experience as technical illustrator for a large car manufacturing company.
- Excellent technical drafting skills as well as verbal and written communication skills in English and French.
Career Experience / Job History
2003 – Present: Technical Illustrator, Porsche Gmbh
- Refer to actual photographed model parts or original CAD designs made by engineering division for transcription in printed illustration
- Draft preliminary drawings on Corel Draw for approval
- Depict enlarged and cross-section views of engine parts for reference and user operating manuals
- Finalized approved illustration for file embedding prior to printing.
Education
2002 – Present: various in house trainings and seminars on modern and environment-friendly waste management
1999 – 2002: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Undergraduate), Paris Dauphine University, France
Professional reference will be furnished upon request.