job description
mechanical engineers are responsible for designing, building, installing and maintaining all kinds of mechanical machinery, tool and components. construction is just one area you could work in as a mechanical engineer – others include the power, medical or manufacturing industries.
key skills for mechanical engineers
• effective technical skills
• the ability to work under pressure
• problem-solving skills
• creativity
• interpersonal skills
• verbal and written communication skills
• commercial awareness
• team working skills.
typical employers of mechanical engineers
• engineering, transport, manufacturing, construction and process companies
• research and development organizations
• consultancies
• utilities companies
• the civil service
• the armed forces
• government agencies.
qualification
diploma, /.
required skills
• knowledge of mechanical engineering and materials
• understanding of engineering drawings
• understanding of manufacturing processes
• good communication skills
• problem solving skills and analytical skills
• knowledge of health & safety issues