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Summary Description


	Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Applications Engineer

2.	Automation Application Engineer

3.	Automation Engineer

4.	Automation Specialist

5.	Building Engineer

6.	Business Owner/Engineer

7.	Control Integration Engineer

8.	Control Systems Engineer

9.	Controls Engineer

10.	Design Engineer

11.	Design Engineering Manager

12.	Development Engineer

13.	Electro-Mechanical Engineer

14.	Electro-Mechanical System Control Engineer

15.	Equipment Engineer

16.	Intelligent Systems Engineer

17.	Mechanical Systems Control Engineer

18.	Mechatronics Engineer

19.	Mechatronics Technologist

20.	Principal Engineer

21.	Process Engineer

22.	Project Engineer

23.	Senior Design Engineer

24.	Senior Project Engineer

25.	System Development Engineer

26.	Systems Engineer

Job Tasks

	Design engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks. Design industrial processing systems.

	Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products. Create graphical representations of mechanical equipment.

	Maintain technical project files. Maintain operational records or records systems.

	Design, develop, or implement control circuits or algorithms for electromechanical or pneumatic devices or systems. Design electromechanical equipment or systems.

	Implement or test design solutions. Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment. Implement design or process improvements.

	Create mechanical models and tolerance analyses to simulate mechatronic design concepts. Analyze design or requirements information for mechanical equipment or systems. Create physical models or prototypes.

	Conduct studies to determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment. Estimate operational costs.

	Design advanced electronic control systems for mechanical systems. Design control systems for mechanical or other equipment.

	Publish engineering reports documenting design details or qualification test results. Document design or operational test results.

	Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication. Research engineering applications of emerging technologies. Select tools, equipment, or technologies for use in operations or projects.

	Identify and select materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs. Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects. Select project materials.

	Apply mechatronic or automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components, or finished goods. Design electromechanical equipment or systems.

	Develop electronic, mechanical, or computerized processes to perform tasks in dangerous situations, such as underwater exploration or extraterrestrial mining. Develop technical methods or processes.

	Design advanced precision equipment for accurate or controlled applications. Design electromechanical equipment or systems.

	Design mechatronics components for computer-controlled products, such as cameras, video recorders, automobiles, or airplanes. Design electromechanical equipment or systems.

	Upgrade the design of existing devices by adding mechatronic elements. Design electromechanical equipment or systems.

	Create embedded software design programs. Develop software or computer applications.

	Analyze existing development or manufacturing procedures and suggest improvements. Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.

	Provide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control. Train personnel on proper operational procedures. Provide technical guidance to other personnel. Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.

	Oversee the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements. Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Staffing Organizational Units — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

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