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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGISTS AND TECHNICIANS

Occupation Description:

Apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to modify, develop, test, or adjust machinery and equipment under direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

Career Video:

Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Specialized Occupations:

Automotive Engineering Technicians (ONET code: 17-3027.01)


	Occupation Description:

	Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency.


	Typical Tasks:

	Document test results, using cameras, spreadsheets, documents, or other tools. Set up mechanical, hydraulic, or electric test equipment in accordance with engineering specifications, standards, or test procedures. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, work specifications, drawings, or charts. Inspect or test parts to determine nature or cause of defects or malfunctions. Monitor computer-controlled test equipment, according to written or verbal instructions. Analyze test data for automotive systems, subsystems, or component parts. Install equipment, such as instrumentation, test equipment, engines, or aftermarket products, to ensure proper interfaces.


	Knowledge:

	Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.. Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.. Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.. Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.. English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.. Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.. Transportation - Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits..

Typical Tasks:

Discuss changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly, or drafting techniques and procedures with staff and coordinate corrections.
Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and submit data to engineering personnel for approval.
Review project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, and objectives, and test nature of technical problems such as redesign.
Draft detail drawing or sketch for drafting room completion or to request parts fabrication by machine, sheet or wood shops.
Analyze test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives, and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications.
Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.
Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance.

Knowledge:

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services..
Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services..
Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models..
Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance..
Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming..
Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance..
Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications..

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Education & Training:

Associate degree

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Wage Information:

Region	Average Annual	Average Hourly	Entry Level (hourly)	Mid-Range (hourly)
Statewide	$79,037.00	$38.00	$25.73	$29.89 - $48.48
Bridgeport/Stamford	$78,852.00	$37.91	$25.86	$29.89 - $45.48
Danbury	$86,383.00	$41.53	$33.71	$38.17 - $49.04
Hartford	$73,021.00	$35.11	$23.52	$28.18 - $39.52
New Haven	$72,465.00	$34.84	$27.78	$28.53 - $39.10

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Occupation Outlook:

Region	Employment		Average Annual Growth Rate	Average Annual Job Openings
Region	2022	2032	Average Annual Growth Rate	Average Annual Job Openings
State of Connecticut	240	270	0.1%	26

Chart of Growth Rate and Annual Openings

Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities.

Key:

N/A = Not Applicable, ***** = Over $60.00 per hour, ##### = Over $124,821

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