Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test, and manufacture tools, engines, machines, and other devices. They may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, and report their findings.
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- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
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What do they typically do
- Evaluate specifications in design drawings prior to adding or replacing tools
- Prepare layouts and drawings of the assembly process and parts to be made, usually using three-dimensional design software
- Recommend cost-effective changes in equipment design to improve reliability and safety
- Review instructions and blueprints in order to ensure that project plans follow test specifications and procedures and meet objectives
- Plan, produce, and assemble mechanical parts for products, such as industrial equipment
- Set up and conduct tests of complete units and their components, and record results
- Compare test results with design specifications and with test objectives and recommend changes, if needed, in products or test methods
- Make calculations for business estimates, such as of labor costs and equipment lifespan
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- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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