Assist mechanical engineers in such activities as generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy. Prepare layouts of machinery or equipment or plan the flow of work. May conduct statistical studies or analyze production costs.
<ul><li>Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.</li><li>Design specialized or customized equipment, machines, or structures.</li><li>Assist engineers to design, develop, test, or manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products, or other equipment.</li><li>Prepare specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, or systems related to the generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy.</li><li>Provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation.</li><li>Inspect and test mechanical equipment.</li><li>Conduct failure analyses, document results, and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical systems.</li><li>Prepare cost and materials estimates or project schedules.</li><li>Test machines, components, materials, or products to determine characteristics such as performance, strength, or response to stress.</li><li>Design molds, tools, dies, jigs, or fixtures for use in manufacturing processes.</li><li>Prepare layouts of machinery, tools, plants, or equipment.</li><li>Analyze or estimate production costs, such as labor, equipment, or plant space.</li><li>Prepare equipment inspection schedules, reliability schedules, work plans, or other records.</li></ul>