Mechanical engineers main skill is to design, build and test mechanical devices such as tools, engines and machines. Mechanical engineers work in manufacturing industries, engineering services, research facilities, and the federal government.
A mechanical engineer should have
hard skills along with soft skills including a solid understanding of
industrial skills along with excellent computer skills because much of the time
is spent on designing, simulation and testing. IIMT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
provides a holistic opportunity for MECHANICAL ENGINEERING students to
develop not only in the theoretical approach of the subject analysis but also
build the resilience for the students in the practical development by providing
the latest CAD/CAM lab, SOLIDWORKS TO MATLAB practical approach. The mechanical
domain needs to have at least these prerequisites in the field to develop and
grow.
In the domain of soft skills such
as strong analytical approach and effective communication skills. This is the
reason that IIMT GROUP OF COLLEGES provide the training and research
development abilities in the students for their overall development and
proficiency.
Mechanical
engineers need to be strong analytical thinkers and must able for solving
problems raised by clients or their employer.
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Analytical thinking
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Analyze test results
and adjust design if needed
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Develop and test
prototypes
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Design mechanical
device projects
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Detail-oriented
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Develop design
calculations
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Ensure designs meet
legal guidelines and safety requirements
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Identify potential
design improvements
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Knowledgeable in the
machining and fabrication process
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Perform equipment
and system calculations
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Product validation
experience
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Provide cost
estimates for materials, equipment, and/or labor
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Research materials
for future design opportunities and usage
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Sound knowledge of
engineering fundamentals
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Test building
materials
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Troubleshoot
equipment to solve problems
● Work to improve and maintain existing products
Mechanical
engineering entails developing and designing products, which range from
batteries to electric generators to medical devices. Inventing products
involves a great deal of creativity, as to figure out about how to bring
projects home within challenging timeframes.
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Work in 3D design
(computer-aided design, or “CAD”)
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Devise alternative
mechanical structures
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Develop new tools
and systems to enhance production
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Complete assigned
tasks within time and budget restraints
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Convert basic design
information and requirements into working drawings
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Create blueprints
using CAD (computer-aided design)
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Develop a scope and
timeline for each project
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Draft standards and
geometric, dimension, & tolerancing (GD&T) specifications
● Prepare designs and estimates
Holistically
mechanical engineers need to be technical minded, able to demonstrate numerical
scientific ability and have problem solving skills.
Engineering
skills a mechanical engineer required are as follows:
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Science
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Physics
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Chemistry
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Mathematics
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Programming
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System Analysis
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Fault Detection
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Complex Problem Solving
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Operations Analysis
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Systems Evaluation
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Engineering Design
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Operation Monitoring
● Service Orientation
Soft
skills for mechanical engineer required for creating the balance between their
theoretical and practical exposure are as follows:
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Communication
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Leadership
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Team Work
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Judgment and
Decision Making
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Critical Thinking
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Time Management
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Coordination
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Negotiation
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Active Listening
Mechanical Engineer’s
job responsibilities depend on industry & size of the employer. However,
responsibilities generally include based on mechanical engineer skills:
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Project
requirement assessment
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Perform
measurement of mechanical devices and components
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Budget
& deadline decision with client and project managers
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Maintaining
reliability and security of machines
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Project-related
research
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Design
for testing purpose
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Material
suggestions and supplier coordination
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Testing,
modifying & Re-testing
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Making
product designs using computer-aided design/ modeling software
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Report
preparation
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Project
Status reporting to the manager and client
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Providing
technical advice
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Data
interpretation and analysis
● Fault Analysis and rectification
Typical Employers for
Mechanical Engineers:
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Boiler Manufacturers in India
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The
Civil Service (India)
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R
& D Organizations
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Transport
Companies
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Construction
Companies
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Industrial
Process Companies
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Government
Agencies
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Mechanical
Engineering Colleges ( If you have a passion to spread knowledge)
● Self-Employment as a mechanical
design engineer
Thus IIMT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, DEPARTMENT OF
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING provides the overall holistic development in the
students to create and strive for the better future ahead. As it is one of the top
10 engineering colleges along with the NBA and NAAC ACCREDITED College.