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.
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£49,505
Average salary
New workers start around £27,876.60. Normal pay is £49,505 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £71,545.70.
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Annual Openings
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in Cornwall, and do<br /> not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
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.
Skills Employers Are Looking For
The number of unique job postings in your area that have listed this skill in the last year.
Skills
Job postings
Reading Comprehension
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Mathematics
77
Science
76
Monitoring
73
Active Learning
71
Critical Thinking
71
Active Listening
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Writing
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Speaking
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Learning Strategies
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Available Courses
IMI Level 4 Award in the Diagnosis, Testing and Repair of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles and Components (VRQ)
Other
Truro College
IMI Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
Other
Penwith College
Apprenticeship Standard: Engineering Technician (Mechatronics Maintenance Technician) L3
Apprenticeship
Truro College
ABC Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 4 and 7)
Other
Truro College
