Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineers primarily design and construct large-scale industrial and mechanical processing plants and facilities. They also plan and coordinate manufacturing activities and take on administrative tasks like drawing up budgets and ensuring programs are run smoothly and efficiently.

Duties and tasks

Coordinating labour and manpower and building sites
Designing layout for future industrial facilities
Determining the cost effectiveness of given programs and mechanical projects
Developing plans for mechanical processes and systems
Drawing up plans for mechanical equipment and machines
Inspecting machinery to ensure everything is up to specific code

Skills required

Ability to solve complex problems
Critical thinking and logic skills
High mathematical ability
Multitasking
Troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities

Working conditions

In the planning stages of projects, Mechanical Engineers will often draw up plans or blueprints in traditional office settings. Once construction begins, these engineers will often work on-site to ensure everything is running according to plan.