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Careers / Mechanical Engineers |
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| Summary Description |
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Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems. |
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Air Conditioning Engineer |
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Application Engineer |
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Auto Research Engineer |
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Automation Engineer |
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Body Engineer |
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Brake Engineer |
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Car Designer |
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Combustion Engineer |
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Cooling and Heating Systems Design Engineer |
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Cryogenics Engineer |
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Design Engineer |
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Design Maintenance Engineer |
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Diesel Engineer |
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Diesel Retrofit Designer |
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Distribution Engineer |
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Dust Control Engineer |
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Electro-Mechanical Engineer |
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Engine Designer |
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Engineer |
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Equipment Engineer |
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Erecting Engineer |
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Facilities Mechanical Design Engineer |
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Failure Analysis Technician |
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Field Service Engineer |
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Geothermal Power Generation Mechanical Engineer |
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Heating and Cooling Systems Engineer |
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Heating Engineer |
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HVAC Design Mechanical Engineer (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Design Mechanical Engineer) |
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HVAC Engineer (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Engineer) |
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HVAC Engineer (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Engineer) |
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HVAC Sensor and Digital Control Designer (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Sensor and Digital Control Designer) |
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Hydraulic Engineer |
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Hydroelectric Plant Mechanical Engineer |
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Industrial Green Systems Designer |
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Industrial Retrofit Designer |
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Installation Engineer |
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Internal Combustion Engineer |
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Machine Design Engineer |
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Machine Tool Designer |
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Mechanical Design Engineer |
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Mechanical Design Facilities or Products Engineer |
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Mechanical Development Engineer |
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Mechanical Engineer |
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Mechanical Equipment Test Engineer |
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Mechanical Research Engineer |
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Motorcycle Designer |
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Plant Equipment Engineer |
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Process Engineer |
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Product Engineer |
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Products Mechanical Design Engineer |
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Project Engineer |
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Refrigeration Engineer |
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Roller Coaster Designer |
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Roller Coaster Engineer |
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Servomechanism Designer |
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Sheet Metal Engineer |
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Stress Analyst |
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Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) |
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Test Engineer |
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Test Inspection Engineer |
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Textile Engineer |
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Tool and Die Engineer |
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Tool Design Engineer |
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Tool Designer |
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Tool Engineer |
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Tooling Engineer |
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Utilization Engineer |
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Ventilating Engineer |
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Ventilating Expert |
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Weapons Designer |
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Weapons Engineer |
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Wind Turbine Mechanical Engineer |
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| Job Tasks |
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Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
- Review technical documents to plan work.
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Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, or maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems or processes to meet requirements.
- Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.
- Design industrial processing systems.
- Design industrial equipment.
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Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information.
- Confer with other personnel to resolve design or operational problems.
- Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.
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Develop, coordinate, or monitor all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, or operation of product designs.
- Direct industrial production activities.
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Investigate equipment failures or difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and recommend remedial actions.
- Investigate system, equipment, or product failures.
- Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
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Develop or test models of alternate designs or processing methods to assess feasibility, sustainability, operating condition effects, potential new applications, or necessity of modification.
- Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
- Create models of engineering designs or methods.
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Recommend the use of utility or energy services that minimize carbon footprints.
- Advise others regarding green practices or environmental concerns.
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Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design, performance specifications, or environmental regulations.
- Implement design or process improvements.
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Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
- Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
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Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted drafting equipment or software.
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Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, or repair to ensure that machines or equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
- Direct installation activities.
- Direct equipment maintenance or repair activities.
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Conduct research that tests or analyzes the feasibility, design, operation, or performance of equipment, components, or systems.
- Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
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Evaluate mechanical designs or prototypes for energy performance or environmental impact.
- Evaluate plans or specifications to determine technological or environmental implications.
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Direct the installation, operation, maintenance, or repair of renewable energy equipment, such as heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) or water systems.
- Direct installation activities.
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Design test control apparatus or equipment or develop procedures for testing products.
- Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.
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Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems or needs.
- Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
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Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, or other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, or maintenance requirements of designs or applications.
- Analyze design or requirements information for mechanical equipment or systems.
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Design integrated mechanical or alternative systems, such as mechanical cooling systems with natural ventilation systems, to improve energy efficiency.
- Design industrial processing systems.
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Apply engineering principles or practices to emerging fields, such as robotics, waste management, or biomedical engineering.
- Identify new applications for existing technologies.
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Estimate costs or submit bids for engineering, construction, or extraction projects.
- Estimate operational costs.
- Prepare proposal documents.
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Write performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.
- Document technical design details.
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Perform personnel functions, such as supervision of production workers, technicians, technologists, or other engineers.
- Supervise production or support personnel.
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Calculate energy losses for buildings, using equipment such as computers, combustion analyzers, or pressure gauges.
- Estimate operational costs.
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Solicit new business.
- Perform marketing activities.
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Provide technical customer service.
- Advise customers on the use of products or services.
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Study industrial processes to maximize the efficiency of equipment applications, including equipment placement.
- Research industrial processes or operations.
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Establish or coordinate the maintenance or safety procedures, service schedule, or supply of materials required to maintain machines or equipment in the prescribed condition.
- Determine operational methods.
- Direct equipment maintenance or repair activities.
- Coordinate safety or regulatory compliance activities.
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Select or install combined heat units, power units, cogeneration equipment, or trigeneration equipment that reduces energy use or pollution.
- Select tools, equipment, or technologies for use in operations or projects.
- Install production equipment or systems.
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| Work Activities |
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| Interacting With Computers —
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. |
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| Making Decisions and Solving Problems —
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. |
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| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates —
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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| Analyzing Data or Information —
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts. |
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| Getting Information —
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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| Processing Information —
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data. |
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| Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings —
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. |
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| Thinking Creatively —
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
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| Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge —
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. |
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| Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment —
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used. |
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| Documenting/Recording Information —
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form. |
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| Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information —
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity. |
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| Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships —
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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| Communicating with Persons Outside Organization —
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. |
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| Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others —
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. |
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| Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work —
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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| Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People —
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. |
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| Provide Consultation and Advice to Others —
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics. |
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| Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material —
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. |
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| Training and Teaching Others —
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. |
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| Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events —
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events. |
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| Developing Objectives and Strategies —
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them. |
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| Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards —
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards. |
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| Scheduling Work and Activities —
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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| Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others —
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. |
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| Monitoring and Controlling Resources —
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. |
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| Developing and Building Teams —
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. |
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| Coaching and Developing Others —
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. |
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| Controlling Machines and Processes —
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles). |
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| Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates —
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. |
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| Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others —
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others. |
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| Selling or Influencing Others —
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions. |
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| Interesting Fact |
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| Casanova, the famous adventurer and lover, worked as a librarian until his death in 1798. |
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