Mechanical Engineer Job Descriptions |
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| Mechanical engineers design, build, install
and maintain mechanical machinery, systems, components and
tools across a range of industries, including manufacturing,
construction, power, transport, sports and medical. As an engineer, you could find yourself working on varied projects. These might range from large scale jobs, for instance developing new ways to harness wave and tidal power or modifying wind turbines to increase efficiency; to the small, micromechanical level, for example making prosthetic implants to aid mobility in people with impaired movement. Whichever industry you work in, you will normally be involved in three key areas: · research and development – working in a research environment, assessing new product developments or innovations
· design – using computer-aided design (CAD) software and computer modelling to turn research ideas into technical plans · Production – improving production processes, and planning and supervising the manufacture and installation of machinery and components in line with design plans and timescales. Key Skills · excellent communication and presentation skills · good problem-solving skills and a creative approach for new ideas · excellent technical knowledge · good team working skills · the ability to prioritise and plan effectively · a high level of computer literacy, particularly computer-aided design · good commercial awareness · The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines. |
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