engineering processes
The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.
Product development engineering technicians improve efficiency of product development, set up equipment and develop and test solutions to solve technical problems. They work closely with engineers and technologists, inspect products, conduct tests and collect data.
Competences and skills
34 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
4 competencesCAD software
The computer-aided design (CAD) software for creating, modifying, analysing or optimising a design.
digital
- Scope note
- CAD software should be differentiated from computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software. CADD systems are CAD systems with additional drafting features. For example, CADD systems enable an engineer or architect to insert size annotations and other notes into a design.
engineering principles
The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.
material mechanics
The behaviour of solid objects when subjected to stresses and strains, and the methods to calculate these stresses and strains.
mechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencedevelop product design
Convert market requirements into product design and development.
Cross-sector
8 competencesadjust engineering designs
Adjust designs of products or parts of products so that they meet requirements.
advise on machinery malfunctions
Offer advice to service technicians in case of machinery malfunctions and other technical repair tasks.
analyse test data
Interpret and analyse data collected during testing in order to formulate conclusions, new insights or solutions.
collaborate with engineers
Work closely and communicate with engineers on designs or new products.
create solutions to problems
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings about practice.
inspect quality of products
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
use CAD software
Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.
digital
Optional knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
5 competencesblueprints
Must be able to read and understand blueprints, drawings and plans and maintain simple written records.
circular economy
The circular economy aims to keep materials and products in use for as long as possible, extracting the maximum value from them while in use and recycling them at the end of their life cycle. It improves resource efficiency and helps to reduce the demand for virgin materials.
green
industrial research and development
The set of activities that companies carry out to do industrial innovation and introduce new engineering products and services or new industrial production processes.
manufacturing processes
The steps required through which a material is transformed into a product, its development and full-scale manufacturing.
production processes
Materials and techniques required in the production and distribution processes.
Optional skills and competences 15 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesassess integrated domotics systems
Understand designs and specifications provided by producers of domotics integrated systems and choose a concept that fulfils specific needs within the project.
digital
collaborate with designers
Communicate and collaborate with fellow designers in order to coordinate new products and designs.
Cross-sector
13 competencesanalyse production processes for improvement
Analyse production processes leading toward improvement. Analyse in order to reduce production losses and overall manufacturing costs.
analyse stress resistance of materials
Analyse the ability of materials to endure stress imposed by temperature, loads, motion, vibration, and other factors using mathematical formulae and computer simulations.
digital
analyse stress resistance of products
Analyse the ability of products to endure stress imposed by temperature, loads, motion, vibration and other factors, by using mathematical formulas and computer simulations.
digital
assess operating cost
Estimate the operating cost in terms of manpower, consumables and maintenance.
ensure equipment availability
Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.
perform test run
Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its tasks, and adjust settings accordingly.
plan manufacturing processes
Determine and schedule production and assembly steps. Plan manpower and equipment needs taking ergonomic considerations into account.
read standard blueprints
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
record test data
Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject under exceptional or unusual input.
use computer-aided engineering systems
Use computer-aided engineering software to conduct stress analyses on engineering designs.
digital
use testing equipment
Use equipment to test performance and operation of machinery.
write inspection reports
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.
write stress-strain analysis reports
Write down a report with all your findings encountered during the stress analysis. Write down performances, failures and other conclusions.