automotive engineering technician

Automotive engineering technicians work with automotive engineers to operate, repair, maintain and test equipment used in motor vehicles. In some environments, such as an airport they are responsible for keeping equipment and vehicles serviceable. They review blueprints and designs to determine test specifications and procedures. Automotive engineering technicians use software to make sure that parts of a motor vehicle are functioning properly. They record test procedures and results, and make recommendations for changes.

ESCO Code

3115.1.4

NACE Code

29 - Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers

Alternative Labels

automotive design checker

bus design checker

motorcycle design checker

truck design checker

motorcycle engineering technician

car engineering technician

truck engineering technician

bus engineering technician

car design checker

vehicle production engineering technician

lorry design checker

equipment and vehicle technician

lorry engineering technician

motor vehicle design checker

coach engineering technician

coach design checker

vehicle production design checker

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:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

adjust engineering designs execute analytical mathematical calculations liaise with engineers read engineering drawings read standard blueprints recommend product improvements troubleshoot

Essential Knowledge

CAE software ICT software specifications engineering principles engineering processes green automotive technologies hybrid vehicle architecture material mechanics mathematics mechanics mechanics of motor vehicles multimedia systems physics vehicle manufacturing process

Optional Skills and Competences

analyse production processes for improvement analyse stress resistance of products apply reverse engineering assess operating cost calibrate electronic instruments check functionality of essential components of airport vehicles determine maintenance schedules for airport equipment determine production feasibility disassemble engines disassemble equipment ensure compliance with airport security measures ensure equipment availability follow manufacturer guidelines in use of airport equipment follow production schedule guarantee customer satisfaction identify airport safety hazards inspect data keep records of work progress maintain electrical engines maintain snow removal equipment maintain vehicle electrical equipment manage airport vehicle licences manage airport workshops manage health and safety standards manage supplies operate precision measuring equipment operate testbeds order supplies organise vehicle breakdown support oversee quality control perform maintenance on installed equipment perform physical stress tests on models perform preventive maintenance on fire fighting vehicles perform test run perform tests on airport vehicles perform vehicle diagnostic procedures plan manufacturing processes position engine on test stand preserve airport maintenance equipment re-assemble engines record test data use CAD software use CADD software use testing equipment write inspection reports write stress-strain analysis reports

Optional Knowledge

CAD software CADD software aerodynamics airport safety regulations defense system design drawings electrical engineering electronics principles guidance, navigation and control product data management reverse engineering synthetic natural environment vehicle type-approval

Skills Group Share

Concept status

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/444c9aa9-578d-4a9a-9949-99ef1bacb20e

Status

released

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