marine engineering technician

Description

Marine engineering technicians carry out technical functions to help marine engineers with the design, development, manufacturing and testing processes, installation and maintenance of all types of boats from pleasure crafts to naval vessels, including submarines. They also conduct experiments, collect and analyse data and report their findings.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

engineering principles physics multimedia systems mechanics material mechanics engineering processes ICT software specifications mechanics of vessels mathematics CAE software

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

liaise with engineers read engineering drawings execute analytical mathematical calculations troubleshoot ensure vessel compliance with regulations adjust engineering designs

OPTIONALOptional competences

perform test run operate precision measuring equipment oversee quality control plan manufacturing processes operate battery test equipment manage health and safety standards manage supplies perform data mining use CAD software write stress-strain analysis reports assess environmental impact develop waste management processes assess operating cost analyse big data identify energy needs analyse energy consumption order supplies re-assemble engines ensure equipment availability perform physical stress tests on models analyse production processes for improvement disassemble engines use testing equipment guarantee customer satisfaction use specific data analysis software develop energy saving concepts manage data calibrate electronic instruments position engine on test stand analyse stress resistance of products write inspection reports follow production schedule promote sustainable energy record test data utilise machine learning disassemble equipment ensure compliance with environmental legislation conduct energy audit analyse test data manage quantitative data