Typical Tasks
Provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation.
Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical systems.
Test machines, components, materials, or products to determine characteristics such as performance, strength, or response to stress.
Prepare equipment inspection schedules, reliability schedules, work plans, or other records.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Analytical Thinking
Integrity
Initiative
Persistence
What key skills are needed for this job?
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Active Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Writing
Expected Knowledge
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Common Activities
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
