About the Job

NOC: 2231,2232,2233,2234
Occupation: Civil, Mechanical, and Industrial Engineering Technicians and Technologists
Category: Natural and Applied Sciences and Related Occupations

Nature Of Work:

Technicians and technologists in civil, mechanical, and industrial engineering provide technical support and services related to their respective fields. There are a number of specialized occupations in this group.

For example, mechanical engineering technologists and technicians help engineers to design and develop machinery and robotics by making sketches and rough layouts. They also record data, compute and analyze results, and write reports. Some mechanical engineering technologists and technicians test and inspect machines and equipment in manufacturing departments, or work with engineers to eliminate production problems.

Civil engineering technologists and technicians help civil engineers plan and build highways, buildings, bridges, dams, and water treatment systems. Some also estimate construction costs and specify materials to be used. Quantity surveyors also analyze costs and prepare estimates on civil engineering, architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical construction projects.

Industrial engineering technologists and technicians provide technical support services in the development of production methods, facilities, and systems, planning, estimating, measuring, and scheduling of work. Construction estimators prepare cost estimates on construction projects. 

Skills:

For these occupations, you should enjoy technical work and mathematics, and have an interest in science. A high degree of manual dexterity and mechanical ability may be necessary. You must be precise, analytical, and able to work alone or as part of a team. Good oral and written communication skills are important. Familiarity with computers is also required. Physical stamina may be required for fieldwork.

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