Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and submit data to engineering personnel for approval.
2. 02Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance.
3. 03Estimate cost factors including labor and material for purchased and fabricated parts and costs for assembly, testing, or installing.
4. 04Evaluate tool drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing with original specifications for form and function using engineering skills.
5. 05Prepare parts sketches and write work orders and purchase requests to be furnished by outside contractors.
6. 06Draft detail drawing or sketch for drafting room completion or to request parts fabrication by machine, sheet or wood shops.
7. 07Analyze test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives, and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications.
8. 08Review project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, and objectives, and test nature of technical problems such as redesign.
9. 09Set up prototype and test apparatus and operate test controlling equipment to observe and record prototype test results.
10. 10Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate proposals for improving equipment performance.
11. 11Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
12. 12Review project instructions and specifications to identify, modify and plan requirements fabrication, assembly and testing.

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