Occupation Summary

Research and design automated equipment and systems. Oversee production, installation and maintenance activities.

Key Duties and Tasks

1. Design equipment and systems. Specify performance and quality standards.
2. Oversee maintenance and repair of equipment.
3. Ensure health and safety
4. Develop policies and procedures to ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations. Oversee their implementation.
5. Manage projects
6. Manage the installation of equipment and systems. Establish schedules and cost estimates.
7. Conduct research
8. Develop new theories and enhance existing methods in the field.

Knowledge and Technical Skills

1. Planning
2. Quality auditing
3. Electrical engineering
4. System design (teaching)
5. Electric power system
6. Quality control
7. Quality assurance
8. Automation technology
9. Electricity/automation (teaching)
10. Computer programming (teaching)

Employability Skills

1. Action orientated problem solving skills
2. Analytical thinking
3. Ability to ensure professional self-development
4. Competency in standard software applications
5. Planning work for self and others