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# Tasks & work activities — automation engineer
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Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 17-2199.05 (Mechatronics Engineers).
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## Task statements
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- **[Core]** Publish engineering reports documenting design details or qualification test results.
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- **[Core]** Provide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control.
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- **[Core]** Oversee the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements.
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- **[Core]** Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products.
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- **[Core]** Maintain technical project files.
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- **[Core]** Analyze existing development or manufacturing procedures and suggest improvements.
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- **[Core]** Implement or test design solutions.
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- **[Core]** Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication.
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- **[Core]** Design engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks.
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- **[Core]** Upgrade the design of existing devices by adding mechatronic elements.
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- **[Core]** Design advanced precision equipment for accurate or controlled applications.
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- **[Core]** Apply mechatronic or automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components, or finished goods.
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- **[Core]** Identify materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs.
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- **[Core]** Create mechanical models to simulate mechatronic design concepts.
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- **[Core]** Determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment.
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- **[Supplemental]** Design, develop, or implement control circuits or algorithms for electromechanical or pneumatic devices or systems.
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- **[Supplemental]** Design advanced electronic control systems for mechanical systems.
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- **[Supplemental]** Create embedded software design programs.
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- **[Supplemental]** Develop electronic, mechanical, or computerized processes to perform tasks in dangerous situations, such as underwater exploration or extraterrestrial mining.
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- **[Supplemental]** Design mechatronics components for computer-controlled products, such as cameras, video recorders, automobiles, or airplanes.
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- **[Supplemental]** Design or develop automated control systems for environmental applications, such as waste processing, air quality, or water quality systems.
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- **[Supplemental]** Design self-monitoring mechanical systems, such as gear systems that monitor loading or condition of systems to detect and prevent failures.
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- **[Supplemental]** Monitor or calibrate automated systems, industrial control systems, or system components to maximize efficiency of production.
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## Detailed work activities
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- Analyze design or requirements information for mechanical equipment or systems.
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- Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
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- Create graphical representations of mechanical equipment.
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- Create physical models or prototypes.
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- Design control systems for mechanical or other equipment.
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- Design electromechanical equipment or systems.
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- Design environmental control systems.
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- Design industrial processing systems.
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- Develop software or computer applications.
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- Develop technical methods or processes.
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- Document design or operational test results.
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- Estimate operational costs.
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- Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.
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- Implement design or process improvements.
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- Maintain operational records or records systems.
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- Monitor the productivity or efficiency of industrial operations.
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- Provide technical guidance to other personnel.
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- Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality, or performance.
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- Research engineering applications of emerging technologies.
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- Select project materials.
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- Select tools, equipment, or technologies for use in operations or projects.
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- Supervise engineering or other technical personnel.
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- Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
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- Train personnel on proper operational procedures.
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