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Mechanical Engineer |
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Conduct research into the feasibility,
design, operation and performance of mechanisms |
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Evaluate tenders for industrial construction
and maintenance |
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Plan and manage projects |
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Prepare reports and documents |
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Prepare material, cost and timing
estimates |
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Prepare design specifications |
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Inspect mechanical systems at construction
sites & in industrial facilities |
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Synthesize information to develop
standards |
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Investigate mechanical failures |
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Interest in precision working to design
machines, tools |
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Analyze dynamics of mechanical systems |
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Supervise others |
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I like to
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Conduct studies and implement programs to
determine optimum inventory levels for production |
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Conduct studies of the performance of plant
facilities |
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Use technical terms to determine human
resources and skill requirements |
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Develop training programs |
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Analyze costs of production |
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Design plant layouts and assess industrial
facilities |
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Develop manufacturing systems |
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Supervise others |
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I like to
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Conduct and analyze tests to determine
performance, strength, response to stress |
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Prepare project schedules and reports, |
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Prepare cost and materials estimates |
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Prepare engineering drawings for
machines |
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Inspect mechanical installations |
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Work with precision instruments to design
moulds and tools |
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Supervise installations and operations of
mechanical plants |
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I like to
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Develop and conduct quality assurance
programs in manufacturing |
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Design plant layouts and production
facilities |
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Develop and carry out work study |
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Develop and carry out industrial health
programs and conduct safety training programs |
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Develop computer applications for the
control of robots |
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Specialize in the development of production
processes in a particular industrial area |
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Assist in the design of plant layouts |
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Conduct work measurement studies |
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Compile data |
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Collect and analyze data in industrial
health and safety programs |
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Develop manufacturing and processing
procedures |
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I like to
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Read blueprints |
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Compute dimensions and lay out work
pieces |
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Set up and operate a variety of machine
tools |
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Fit and assemble machined metal
parts |
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Check dimensions using precision measuring
instruments |
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Set up machine tools for use by machining
tool operators |
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I like to
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Operate machine tools to shape
pieces |
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Calculate dimensions |
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Read engineering drawings |
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Work metal stock and castings |
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Work with a variety of machine tools to
shape work pieces |
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Prepare templates |
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Test completed tools for proper
operation |
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Analyze information to verify machined
parts |
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I like to
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Read electrical code
specifications |
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Install electrical wiring, receptacles,
switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting
fixtures |
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Test electrical and electronic
equipment |
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Install and test switchgears, transformers,
switchboard meters, regulators and reactors |
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Test and install electrical motors,
generators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and
pneumatic electrical control systems |
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Troubleshoot industrial electrical and
electronic control systems |
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Conduct maintenance programs |
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I like to
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Read drawings |
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Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and
ceilings |
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Select type and size of pipe
required |
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Measure, cut, thread and bend pipe to
required shape |
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Join pipes |
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Test system for leaks |
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Clean and maintain pipe units and
fittings |
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Replace worn components |
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Prepare cost estimates |
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I like to
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Understand properties of metal |
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Read welding process specifications |
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Operate welding, flame-cutting,
brazing and soldering equipment |
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Fuse metal segments |
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Shape metal with metalworking machines |
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I like to
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Install industrial machinery and mechanical
equipment |
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Operate lifting devices to position
machinery |
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Inspect machinery to detect
malfunctions |
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Repair or replace defective
parts |
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Operate machine tools such as lathes and
grinders to fabricate parts |
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Perform routine maintenance work on
machinery |
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Construct foundations for
machinery |
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Assemble machinery and equipment prior to
installation |
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I like to
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Put motor vehicle parts together |
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Assemble products |
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Connect wires |
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Install engines, transmissions, door panels
or instrument panels |
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Fit parts (such as doors, hoods and trunk
lids) |
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Check motor vehicle exterior priming and
colour coats |
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Test motor vehicle electrical
assemblies |
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Inspect motor vehicles for
defects |
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Test motor vehicle transmission, axle,
engine and brakes |
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Record motor vehicle defects |
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I like to
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Solder electronic components |
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Assemble microcircuits |
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Install parts |
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Operate machines |
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Operate equipment to make electronic
parts |
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Set up process equipment |
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Inspect electronic parts |
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Check final assembly for finish, labelling
and packaging methods |
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Check mechanical dimensions and perform
electrical tests |
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Identify defective assemblies and return
them for repair |
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Record inspection results. |
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Perform simple electrical tests |
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Operate testing equipment to locate
faults |
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Set parts aside for repair |
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Conduct life tests (burn-ins) |
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Maintain test result reports |
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I like to
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Operate metal-cutting machines |
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Study job orders |
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Measure machined parts |
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Use precision instruments |
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Interpret blueprints |
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Use my hands to manipulate metal parts |
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Enter codes on machines |
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Tend machines |
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Prepare etching solutions |
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Maintain machines |
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I like to
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Follow instructions |
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Operate metalworking machines to cut metal
stock |
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Operate machines which weld or solder metal
parts together |
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Check products for correct shapes |
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Transport material to work area |
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Clean equipment |
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Replace parts |
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