How do they match: Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians

  • Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate proposals for improving equipment performance.
  • Set up prototype and test apparatus and operate test controlling equipment to observe and record prototype test results.
  • Assist mechanical engineers in product testing through activities such as setting up instrumentation for automobile crash tests.
  • Estimate cost factors including labor and material for purchased and fabricated parts and costs for assembly, testing, or installing.