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Mechanical Engineers

Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.55)
  2. Program - Data (4.53)
  3. Use my brain - Data (4.42)
  4. Study, observe - Data (4.12)
  5. Use my intuition - Data (4.10)
  6. Solve problems - Data (4.10)
  7. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.07)
  8. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.07)
  9. Follow through, get things done - People (4.07)
  10. Consult - People (4.05)
  11. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.02)
  12. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (4.00)
  13. Organize, classify - Data (4.00)
  14. Develop, improve - Data (3.91)
  15. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.91)
  16. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.77)
  17. Listen - People (3.75)
  18. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.75)
  19. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (3.65)
  20. Research - Data (3.65)
  21. Imagine - Data (3.65)
  22. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.65)
  23. Plan - Data (3.62)
  24. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (3.60)
  25. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.57)
  26. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.57)
  27. Visualize, including in three dimensions - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Complex Problem Solving (4.00)
  2. Critical Thinking (3.88)
  3. Reading Comprehension (3.75)
  4. Active Listening (3.75)
  5. Mathematics (3.75)
  6. Judgment and Decision Making (3.75)
  7. Science (3.62)
  8. Operations Analysis (3.50)
  1. Information Ordering (4.00)
  2. Mathematical Reasoning (4.00)
  3. Written Comprehension (3.88)
  4. Deductive Reasoning (3.88)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  6. Near Vision (3.75)
  7. Oral Comprehension (3.62)
  8. Inductive Reasoning (3.62)
  9. Category Flexibility (3.50)
  10. Number Facility (3.50)
  11. Visualization (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.55)
  2. Analytical Thinking (4.42)
  3. Dependability (4.36)
  4. Initiative (4.10)
  5. Persistence (4.07)
  6. Cooperation (4.07)
  7. Innovation (4.02)
  8. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.00)
  9. Stress Tolerance (3.89)
  10. Achievement/Effort (3.85)
  11. Integrity (3.85)
  12. Independence (3.85)
  13. Leadership (3.77)
  14. Self Control (3.65)
  15. Concern for Others (3.57)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.53)
  2. Getting Information (4.12)
  3. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.10)
  4. Analyzing Data or Information (4.07)
  5. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.05)
  6. Processing Information (3.91)
  7. Documenting/Recording Information (3.89)
  8. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.88)
  9. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.72)
  10. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.65)
  11. Thinking Creatively (3.65)
  12. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.65)
  13. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.62)
  14. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.60)
  15. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.59)
  1. Use Relational Database Software (4.53)
  2. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.53)
  3. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.53)
  4. Use Computer Aided Drafting Or Design Software For Design, Drafting, Modeling, Or Other Engineering Tasks (4.53)
  5. Use Computer Graphics Design Software (4.53)
  6. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.53)
  7. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.53)
  8. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.12)
  9. Read Blueprints (4.12)
  10. Read Schematics (4.12)
  11. Read Technical Drawings (4.12)
  12. Read Vehicle Manufacturer's Specifications (4.12)
  13. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.10)
  14. Use Intuitive Judgment For Engineering Analyses (4.10)
  15. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (4.07)
  16. Analyze Engineering Design Problems (4.07)
  17. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.07)
  18. Analyze Project Proposal To Determine Feasibility, Cost, Or Time (4.07)
  19. Analyze Test Data (4.07)
  20. Evaluate Costs Of Engineering Projects (4.07)
  21. Provide Analytical Assessment Of Engineering Data (4.07)
  22. Analyze Engineering Test Data (4.07)
  23. Evaluate Engineering Data (4.07)
  24. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (4.07)
  25. Evaluate Tool Designs (4.07)
  26. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.05)
  27. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (3.91)
  28. Compute Production, Construction, Or Installation Specifications (3.91)
  29. Develop Tables Depicting Data (3.91)
  30. Estimate Time Or Cost For Installation, Repair, Or Construction Projects (3.72)
  31. Estimate Cost For Engineering Projects (3.72)
  32. Bid Engineering, Construction Or Extraction Projects (3.72)
  33. Estimate Time Needed For Project (3.72)
  34. Use Technical Information In Manufacturing Or Industrial Activities (3.65)
  35. Design Manufacturing Processes Or Methods (3.65)
  36. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (3.65)
  37. Follow Manufacturing Methods Or Techniques (3.65)
  38. Design Transporting Processes (3.65)
  39. Use Biological Research Techniques (3.65)
  40. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (3.65)
  41. Create Mathematical Or Statistical Diagrams Or Charts (3.65)
  42. Design Electro-Mechanical Equipment (3.65)
  43. Use Government Regulations (3.65)
  44. Develop Mathematical Simulation Models (3.65)
  45. Design Control Systems (3.65)
  46. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (3.65)
  47. Design Tools Or Mechanical Devices (3.65)
  48. Use Robotics Systems Technology (3.65)
  49. Use Pollution Control Techniques (3.65)
  50. Design Engineered Systems (3.65)
  51. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (3.65)
  52. Follow Statistical Process Control Procedures (3.65)
  53. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (3.65)
  54. Design Electronic Equipment (3.65)
  55. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (3.65)
  56. Use Research Methodology Procedures Within Manufacturing Or Commerce (3.65)
  57. Design Machines (3.65)
  58. Use Project Management Techniques (3.65)
  59. Improve Test Devices Or Techniques In Manufacturing, Industrial Or Engineering Setting (3.65)
  60. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.65)
  61. Design Power Equipment (3.65)
  62. Use Quantitative Research Methods (3.65)
  63. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (3.65)
  64. Determine Specifications (3.65)
  65. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (3.65)
  66. Recognize Characteristics Of Metals (3.65)
  67. Plan Production Processes (3.62)
  68. Plan Testing Of Engineering Methods (3.62)
  69. Inspect Facilities Or Equipment For Regulatory Compliance (3.60)
  70. Examine Engineering Documents For Completeness Or Accuracy (3.60)
  71. Work As A Team Member (3.59)