Mechanical Engineer

Engineering & Architecture

ANZSCO ID 2335

Summary

Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers design, organise and oversee the construction, operation and maintenance of mechanical and process plant and installations, establish programs for the coordination of manufacturing activities, and ensure usage of resources is cost effective.

Employment Pathway

A bachelor degree in a relevant engineering discipline is needed to work as an Industrial, Mechanical or Production Engineer. Some workers have a postgraduate qualification.

Registration may be required in some states and territories. In addition, Engineers Australia has a non-compulsory National Engineering Register.

Top Skills Required

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems
Reading Comprehension - Understanding the meaning of written sentences and paragraphs
Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

Key tasks

Studying functional statements, organisational charts and project information to determine functions and responsibilities of workers and work units and to identify areas of duplication
Establishing work measurement programs and analysing work samples to develop standards for labour utilisation
Analysing workforce utilisation, facility layout, operational data and production schedules and costs to determine optimum worker and equipment efficiencies
Designing mechanical equipment, machines, components, products for manufacture, and plant and systems for construction
Developing specifications for manufacture, and determining materials, equipment, piping, material flows, capacities and layout of plant and systems
Organising and managing project labour and the delivery of materials, plant and equipment
Establishing standards and policies for installation, modification, quality control, testing, inspection and maintenance according to engineering principles and safety regulations
Inspecting plant to ensure optimum performance is maintained
Directing the maintenance of plant buildings and equipment, and coordinating the requirements for new designs, surveys and maintenance schedules

Facts about this occupation

5.5% Growth

90% Full-time Share

$2,410 Avg Pay/Wk

43,400 Workers

38 years Avg Age

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