Description
Workers in this unit group perform a variety of professional engineering functions not elsewhere classified in MINOR GROUP 212: Engineering Professionals.Main Tasks
- Researches into problem areas to advance basic knowledge, evaluate new theories and techniques and to solve specific problems;
- Establishes principles and techniques to improve the quality, durability and performance of materials such as textiles, glass, rubber, plastics, ceramics, metals and alloys;
- Designs new systems and equipment with regard to cost, market requirements and feasibility of manufacture;
- Devises and implements control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of system and materials;
- Prepare sketches, drawings and specifications showing materials to be used, construction and finishing methods and other details;
- Examines and advises on patent applications;
- Provides technical consultancy services.