Mechanical Engineering Technologists
What they do:
Assist mechanical engineers in such activities as generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy. Prepare layouts of machinery or equipment or plan the flow of work. May conduct statistical studies or analyze production costs.
On the job, you would:
- Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
- Assist engineers to design, develop, test, or manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products, or other equipment.
- Design specialized or customized equipment, machines, or structures.
Engineering and Technology
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
Math and Science
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Hand and Finger Use
Visual Understanding
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Computer aided design CAD software
Analytical or scientific software
Computer aided manufacturing CAM software
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$58,670
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
You might like a career in one of these industries:
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