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Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Job Data
- Typical education: Post-secondary Training or Associate's
Salary Range
- New York State: $48,370-$74,980 per year
- Capital Region: $53,370-$87,030 per year
- Central New York: $56,640-$80,370 per year
- Finger Lakes: $44,220-$70,980 per year
- Hudson Valley: $50,610-$75,020 per year
- Long Island: $54,730-$86,710 per year
- Mohawk Valley:
- New York City: $48,290-$70,520 per year
- North Country: $49,140-$62,090 per year
- Southern Tier: $44,540-$68,300 per year
- Western New York: $47,560-$64,610 per year
Typical Tasks
- Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and submit data to engineering personnel for approval.
- Review project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, and objectives, and test nature of technical problems such as redesign.
- Draft detail drawing or sketch for drafting room completion or to request parts fabrication by machine, sheet or wood shops.
- Analyze test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives, and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications.
- Record test procedures and results, numerical and graphical data, and recommendations for changes in product or test methods.