How do they match: Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

Assist engineers to design, develop, test, or manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products, or other equipment.
Assist mechanical engineers in product testing through activities such as setting up instrumentation for automobile crash tests.
Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and submit data to engineering personnel for approval.
Evaluate tool drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing with original specifications for form and function using engineering skills.
Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance.
Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate proposals for improving equipment performance.
Set up prototype and test apparatus and operate test controlling equipment to observe and record prototype test results.

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