How do they match: 17-3027.00 - 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.

Analyze or estimate production costs, such as labor, equipment, and plant space.
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.
Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable and nonsustainable designs.
Design molds, tools, dies, jigs, or fixtures for use in manufacturing processes.
Devise, fabricate, or assemble new or modified mechanical components for products such as industrial machinery or equipment, and measuring instruments.
Discuss changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly, or drafting techniques and procedures with staff and coordinate corrections.
Provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation.
Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
Review project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, and objectives, and test nature of technical problems such as redesign.
Test machines, components, materials, or products to determine characteristics such as performance, strength, or response to stress.

Assist engineers or scientists with research.
Create graphical representations of industrial production systems.
Create graphical representations of mechanical equipment.
Document technical design details.
Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.
Explain engineering drawings, specifications, or other technical information.
Monitor the productivity or efficiency of industrial operations.
Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
Review technical documents to plan work.
Test products for functionality or quality.

How do they match: Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians