PSOC Unit group 3115 — Mechanical engineering technicians

Mechanical engineering technicians perform technical tasks to aid in mechanical engineering research, and in the design, manufacture, assembly, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of machines, components and mechanical equipment. Their tasks include: a) providing technical assistance in research on and development of machines and mechanical installations, facilities and components, or testing prototypes; b) designing and preparing layouts of machines and mechanical installations, facilities and components according to the specifications given; c) preparing detailed estimates of quantities and costs of materials and labor required for manufacture and installation according to the specifications given; d) monitoring technical aspects of manufacture, utilization, maintenance and repair of machines and mechanical installations, facilities and components to ensure satisfactory performance and compliance with specifications and regulations; e) developing and monitoring the implementation of safety standards and procedures for marine survey work in relation to ships' hulls, equipment and cargoes; f) assembling and installing new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools and controls, and hydraulic power systems; g) conducting tests of mechanical systems, collecting and analyzing data, and assembling and installing mechanical assemblies in support of mechanical engineers; h) ensuring that mechanical engineering designs and finished work are within specifications, regulations and contract provisions. Examples of the occupations classified here: Aeronautics engineering technician, Aircraft maintenance technician, Auto service technician, Boiler technician, Elevator technician, Gas turbine system technician (mechanical), Industrial machinery and tools technician, Marine engineering technician, Mechanical engineering estimator, Mechanical engineering technician, Maintenance technician, Power plant technician, Mechanical planner and scheduler Some related occupation classified elsewhere: Industrial machinery mechanic - 7233, Mechanical machinery assembler - 8211

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