Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment

• draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale
• write product performance requirements

Getting Information

• collect scientific or technical data
• read blueprints
• read technical drawings
• obtain information from individuals

Thinking Creatively

• use creativity in graphics
• design construction projects
• create mathematical or statistical diagrams or charts
• develop mathematical simulation models
• use creativity in designing interior spaces
• design office layout

Making Decisions and Solving Problems

• resolve engineering or science problems

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material

• conduct performance testing

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

• use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
• use field notes in technical drawings
• use government regulations
• use graphic arts techniques
• use knowledge of regulations in surveying or construction activities
• use technical regulations for engineering problems
• use mathematical or statistical methods to identify or analyze problems
• use project management techniques
• use library or online Internet research techniques

Analyzing Data or Information

• analyze engineering design problems
• analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
• evaluate costs of engineering projects
• evaluate engineering data
• analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
• analyze project proposal to determine feasibility, cost, or time
• analyze test data
• analyze engineering test data

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

• understand engineering data or reports
• understand construction specifications
• understand government construction contracting regulations
• recognize construction industry codes or symbols on blueprints

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

• inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Processing Information

• compile numerical or statistical data
• develop tables depicting data

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

• coordinate engineering project activities
• direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

• plan testing of engineering methods
• plan construction of structures or facilities

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

• confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel

Handling and Moving Objects

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

• work as a team member

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

• explain complex mathematical information

Documenting/Recording Information

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

• estimate time needed for project
• convert design specifications to cost estimates

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People

• evaluate product design

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization

• communicate technical information

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others

• advise clients or customers
• advise clients regarding engineering problems

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

• direct personnel in support of engineering activities
• delegate authority for engineering activities
• supervise engineering managers or staff
• assign work to staff or employees

Developing Objectives and Strategies

• develop policies, procedures, methods, or standards
• develop plans for programs or projects