mechanical engineer

Work setting

• Manufacturing or processing industry

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanisms, components and systems
• Design power plants, machines and equipment
• Analyze dynamics and vibrations of mechanical systems and structures
• Supervise and inspect the installation of mechanical systems
• Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs
• Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
• Plan and manage projects, and prepare material, cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications for machinery and systems
• Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates
• Write specifications and technical reports
• Prepare material cost and timing estimates, reports and design specifications
• Interpret welding process specifications
• Prepare and interpret engineering design, drawings and specifications
• Install and test piping systems

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) by a provincial or territorial association

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• AutoCAD
• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• MS Office

Equipment and machinery experience

• Piping system

Area of work experience

• Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities
• Operations or production
• Quality assurance or control
• Research and development
• Project management
• Fabrication
• Design
• Project planning
• Specification or technical writing

Area of specialization

• System integration
• Material handling
• Nuclear power
• Pressure vessels
• Process piping

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Team player
• Efficient interpersonal skills