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MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Mechanical Engineers oversee all aspects of the design, development, installation,
operation and maintenance of machinery. They conduct research to solve practical
engineering problems and improve efficiency.
A Mechanical Engineer may perform some of the following tasks:
- Design new machines, equipment or systems taking into account cost, availability
of materials, strength and maintenance requirements, appearance and impact on the
user and on the environment
- Carry out research in areas such as the use and application of different types
of fuel and energy, materials handling, heating and cooling processes, the
storage and pumping of liquids and gases and environmental controls
- Specify, select, install and manage the maintenance of factory production and
machinery
SCOPE:
Mechanical Engineers are employed in the dairy industry as Design Engineers, as well
as in Production, Manufacturing and Maintenance Engineering.
COURSES AND TRAINING:
Entry into this occupation usually requires the completion of a Degree in Mechanical
Engineering. Year 12 must be completed along with the various prerequisites for entry
into courses offered by universities.
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