Mechanical engineers research, design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal devices such as tools, engines, machines, and heating systems. They may also oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment like gas, water, and steam systems.
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- Mechanical Engineers
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
What do they typically do
- Oversee the manufacturing process for devices
- Analyze problems to see how mechanical and thermal devices might help solve them
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports
- Analyze the test results and change the design as needed
- Investigate equipment problems to diagnose faulty operations and to make recommendations to maintenance crew
- Develop and test prototypes of devices they design
- Collaborate with engineers or others about operating procedures, fixing a system, or providing technical information
- Design or redesign mechanical and thermal devices using analysis and computer-aided design
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Job Growth +0.8%
Job Opening 651
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