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.
About this Career
Average Salary
£36,294New workers start at around £20,729. Normal pay is £36,294 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £54,597
Annual Openings
72Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do 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
| Skills | Importance |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 77% |
| Mathematics | 77% |
| Science | 76% |
| Monitoring | 73% |
| Active Learning | 71% |
| Critical Thinking | 71% |
| Active Listening | 70% |
| Writing | 68% |
| Speaking | 67% |
| Learning Strategies | 46% |