Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.
<ul><li>Design new equipment or materials or recommend revision to methods of operation, material handling, equipment layout, or other changes to increase production or improve standards.</li><li>Test selected products at specified stages in the production process for performance characteristics or adherence to specifications.</li><li>Compile and evaluate statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products.</li><li>Interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas for management or engineering staff.</li><li>Study time, motion, methods, or speed involved in maintenance, production, or other operations to establish standard production rate or improve efficiency.</li><li>Read worker logs, product processing sheets, or specification sheets to verify that records adhere to quality assurance specifications.</li><li>Verify that equipment is being operated and maintained according to quality assurance standards by observing worker performance.</li><li>Recommend modifications to existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.</li><li>Evaluate data and write reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.</li><li>Aid in planning work assignments in accordance with worker performance, machine capacity, production schedules, or anticipated delays.</li></ul>