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Mechanical Engineers

Mechanical engineers undertake research, design and development, direct the manufacture and manage the operation and maintenance of engines, machines, vehicle and ships’ structures, building services and other mechanical items.

Daily Tasks

  • Organises and establishes control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of materials and systems.
  • Ensures that equipment, operation and maintenance comply with design specifications and safety standards.
  • Designs and develops mechanical equipment, such as steam, internal combustion and other non-electrical motors for railway locomotives, road vehicles and other machinery.
  • Determines materials, equipment, piping, capacities, layout of plant or system and specification for manufacture.
  • Undertakes research and advises on energy use, materials handling, thermodynamic processes, fluid mechanics, vehicles and environmental controls.

£26,568

Entry Level Salary

£45,756.27

Average Salary

£71,031.56

Potential Salary

Number of Jobs

175

Past two years

90

This year

661

7 year projection

What are the key skills for this job?

What course level do I need to study?

Required Level

Requirement Percent

Level 0

0%

Level 1

1%

Level 2

7%

Level 3

17%

Level 4-5 (Higher Education)

14%

Level 6 (Bachelors)

41%

Level 7 (Masters or equivalent)

15%

Level 8 (Doctorate)

4%

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