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What You Do
An Mechanical Engineer performs some or all of the following duties:
- Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems
- Design machines, components, tools, fixtures and equipment
- Analyze dynamics and vibrations of mechanical systems and structures
- Supervise and inspect the installation, modification and commissioning of mechanical systems at construction sites or in industrial facilities
- Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates
What You Need
- Keen interest in the design and operation of machines and mechanical processes
- Persistence, good judgement, and the ability to think analytically and logically
- Ability to communicate and work well with others
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
- Ample computer experience
