Electromechanical Engineering Technologist

Other Titles

Designer, Engineering Specialist, Engineering Technician, Instrumentation and Electrical Preventive Maintenance Inspector, Process Control Technician, R&D Lab Technician, Senior Design Engineering Specialist, Senior Designer, Senior Mechanical Designer, Senior Tech Manufacturing Engineering

Assist electromechanical engineers in such activities as computer-based process control, instrumentation, or machine design. May prepare layouts of machinery or equipment, plan the flow of work, conduct statistical studies, or analyze production costs. Electromechanical engineering technologists work on the design, testing and other phases of electromechanical equipment. They typically work with engineers, technicians and other professionals to ensure that the design of the equipment follows proper specifications. In this role, they design layout for electromechanical equipment and aid in the implementation of the finalized designs. Their job activities also include working on computer-assisted controls and instrumentation. A part of their job includes programming basic hardware components to meet the specific requirements of the equipment. They may also assist in the testing of such equipment and ensure that the performance of the equipment is at par with the requirements.

Select electromechanical equipment, materials, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.

Collaborate with engineers to implement electromechanical designs in industrial or other settings.

Modify, maintain, or repair electrical, electronic, or mechanical components, equipment, or systems to ensure proper functioning.

Select and use laboratory, operational, or diagnostic techniques or test equipment to assess electromechanical circuits, equipment, processes, systems, or subsystems.

Fabricate or assemble mechanical, electrical, or electronic components or assemblies.

Analyze engineering designs of logic or digital circuitry, motor controls, instrumentation, or data acquisition for implementation into new or existing automated, servomechanical, or other electromechanical systems.

Establish and maintain inventory, records, or documentation systems.

Translate electromechanical drawings into design specifications, applying principles of engineering, thermal or fluid sciences, mathematics, or statistics.

Install or program computer hardware or machine or instrumentation software in microprocessor-based systems.

Consult with machinists or technicians to ensure that electromechanical equipment or systems meet design specifications.

Produce electrical, electronic, or mechanical drawings or other related documents or graphics necessary for electromechanical design, using computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Specify, coordinate, or conduct quality-control or quality-assurance programs and procedures.

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.

Reading Comprehension→ Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Learning→ Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Complex Problem Solving→ Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Monitoring→ Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Quality Control Analysis→ Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Speaking→ Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Systems Analysis→ Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Systems Evaluation→ Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

Time Management→ Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Equipment Maintenance→ Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Mathematics→ Using mathematics to solve problems.

Operation Monitoring→ Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Repairing→ Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Troubleshooting→ Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Writing→ Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Coordination→ Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Judgment and Decision Making→ Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment→ Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic principles.

Implement design or process improvements.

Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.

Analyze design requirements for computer or electronics systems.

Develop software or computer applications.

Assemble equipment or components.

Fabricate devices or components.

Design electromechanical equipment or systems.

Maintain electromechanical equipment.

Maintain electronic equipment.

Select project materials.

Determine design criteria or specifications.

Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.

Direct quality control activities.

Develop technical methods or processes.

Maintain operational records or records systems.

Analyze costs and benefits of proposed designs or projects.

Determine operational methods.

Develop operational methods or processes that use green materials or emphasize sustainability.

Evaluate characteristics of equipment or systems.

Test green technologies or processes.

Oral Comprehension→ The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Problem Sensitivity→ The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Oral Expression→ The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Written Comprehension→ The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Deductive Reasoning→ The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Inductive Reasoning→ The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Near Vision→ The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Information Ordering→ The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g. , patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

Speech Recognition→ The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

Mathematical Reasoning→ The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Perceptual Speed→ The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.

Speech Clarity→ The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

Written Expression→ The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Category Flexibility→ The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

Flexibility of Closure→ The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.

Number Facility→ The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

Selective Attention→ The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.

Visualization→ The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

Arm-Hand Steadiness→ The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Finger Dexterity→ The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.

Memorization→ The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.

Visual Color Discrimination→ The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.

Manual Dexterity→ The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the language - English, French, Swahili et cetera - including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Analytical or scientific software -- Automation Studio; The MathWorks MATLAB; The MathWorks Simulink

Computer aided design CAD software -- e.g., Autodesk AutoCAD; Autodesk Inventor; Dassault Systemes SolidWorks; National Instruments Ultiboard; PTC Creo Parametric

Computer aided manufacturing CAM software -- Rapid prototyping software

Database user interface and query software -- e.g., Microsoft Access

Development environment software -- National Instruments LabVIEW

Graphics or photo imaging software -- e.g., Adobe Systems Adobe Photoshop; GNU Image Manipulation Program GIMP; Microsoft Visio; Trimble SketchUp Pro; SmugMug Flickr

Office suite software -- e.g., Corel WordPerfect Office; Microsoft Office; Google Workspace

Presentation software -- e.g., Google Slides; Corel Presentations; Microsoft PowerPoint

Program testing software -- e.g., Defect tracking software; Dynamic analysis software; Functional testing software; Integration testing software; Interoperability testing software; Load testing software; Migration testing software; Mutation testing software; Recovery testing software; Regression testing software; Security testing software; Static analysis software; Stress testing software; System testing software; Test design software; Test implementation software; Unit testing software; Usability testing software; Hewlett Packard LoadRunner; JUnit ; Selenium; Source code editor software

Project management software -- e.g., MindJet MindManager; Confluence; Sapama Projects; Sciforma PPM solution; Xero Projects; Microsoft Project; Easy Projects; Microsoft SharePoint; Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management

Spreadsheet software -- e.g., Corel Quattro Pro; Microsoft Excel; Google Sheets

Word processing software -- e.g., Corel Wordperfect; Microsoft Word; Google Docs

Comparators→ Optical comparators

Coordinate measuring machines CMM→ Three dimensional laser scanners

Dynamometers

Engraving machines→ Laser engravers

Flowmeters→ Flow meters

Hardness testers

Horizontal turning center→ Computerized numerical control CNC lathes

Impact testers

Induction heaters→ Heat treatment furnaces

Laser printers

Metal inert gas welding machine→ Metal inert gas MIG welders

Microcontrollers→ Programmable logic controllers PLC

Milling machines→ Computerized numerical control CNC machining centers; Machining centers; Manual mills

Multimeters→ Digital multimeters

Oscilloscopes→ Analog oscilloscopes; Digital oscilloscopes

Personal computers

Positioning jig→ X-Y positioning tables

Potentiometers

Pressure indicators→ Pressure gauges

Proximity sensors

Punches or nail sets or drifts→ Iron workers

Selective laser sintering machine→ Selective laser sintering SLS systems

Signal converters→ Pneumatic electric converters

Signal generators→ Function generators

Tachometers→ Digital tachometers

Tension testers→ Tensile testers

Tungsten inert gas welding machine→ Tungsten inert gas TIG welding equipment

Realistic→ Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Investigative→ Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.

Conventional→ Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

Attention to Detail→ Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Analytical Thinking→ Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Dependability→ Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Cooperation→ Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

Initiative→ Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Integrity→ Job requires being honest and ethical.

Persistence→ Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Stress Tolerance→ Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Adaptability/Flexibility→ Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Innovation→ Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.

Leadership→ Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.

Achievement/Effort→ Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.

Self Control→ Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

Independence→ Job requires developing one's own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.

Concern for Others→ Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.

Support→ Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

Working Conditions→ Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

Achievement→ Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.