Mechanical Engineers have a higher than average chance of working from home
Size of Field: Average
How much could I earn?
Mechanical Engineers earn about average
What skills will you need?
Common Tasks
Advise on environmental conservationCollaborate and advise on technical issuesConduct sales and marketing activitiesDesign or assemble equipment and systemsDetermining and configuring equipment and componentsDevelop and review technical designs and processesDevelop or evaluate projects or designsDirect operational or production activitiesEstablish organisational policies or programsEstimate labour, materials and project costsICT support, design and managementImprove operational performanceInspect, test or maintain equipment or systemsInvestigate equipment and systems malfunctions and failuresMaintain facilities and conduct repairsManage operational budgetsManage or document operational procedure or processManage services, staff or activitiesMonitor compliance with regulations, standards or proceduresNegotiate purchases or contractsOperate production equipment and make productsOperations research and managementPlan, design or coordinate construction activitiesPrepare forms, legislation or proposalsProvide customer service and communicate informationResearch, evaluate or design new technologiesReview work orders and project needsSupervise staffUndertake environmental and sustainability researchUndertake project planningUse data to inform operational decisions