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
Analytical Thinking
Dependability
Initiative
Persistence
Integrity
What key skills are needed for this job?
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Complex Problem Solving
Speaking
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.
Design
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Common Activities
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
