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design engineer
Concept overview
Code
2149.2.4
Description
Design engineers develop new conceptual and detailed designs. They create the look for these concepts or products and the systems used to make them. Design engineers work with engineers and marketers to enhance the functioning and efficiency of existing devices.
Alternative Labels
designing engineer
industrial expert
industrial specialist
product design engineer
product engineer
Regulatory Aspect
To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:
Skills & Competences
Essential Skills and Competences
Essential Knowledge
Optional Skills and Competences
adapt to new design materials
adjust engineering designs
analyse stress resistance of materials
analyse stress resistance of products
analyse test data
build a product's physical model
conduct performance tests
conduct research on trends in design
create a product's virtual model
create technical plans
design power plant systems
design prototypes
determine suitability of materials
develop test procedures
draft design specifications
draw design sketches
keep up with digital transformation of industrial processes
liaise with engineers
perform test run
prepare production prototypes
record test data
supervise work on design planning
use CAD software
use testing equipment
Skills & Competences
Concept status
Status
released
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