17-3024.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians

Operate, test, maintain, or adjust unmanned, automated, servomechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment to observe or record visual information at sites such as oil rigs, crop fields, buildings, or for similar infrastructure, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

Primary Directive

Ensure the proper functioning of electromechanical systems through testing and maintenance.

Execution Steps

1
Test electromechanical assemblies
Use test instruments to evaluate the performance of electromechanical assemblies.
2
Install computer hardware
Program and install hardware or software in microprocessor-based systems.
3
Read technical schematics
Interpret blueprints and diagrams to determine assembly methods.
4
Modify and repair components
Maintain and repair electrical or mechanical systems to ensure functionality.
5
Document test results
Prepare written documentation detailing the results of electromechanical tests.

Toolbox Requirements

Autodesk AutoCADC++Dassault Systemes SolidWorksESRI ArcGIS softwareLinuxMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordPythonSAP softwareThe MathWorks MATLABUNIX

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.