mechanical engineering job description  template

Mechanical Engineering Job Description

FORMAT
bizzlibrary template file type image
CATEGORY
Job Descriptions
DEPARTMENT
HR
LANGUAGE
English
TYPE & SIZE
.docx (0.02 MB)

An effective job description is vital when finding suitable job candidates. No need to start from scratch. By making use of this sample job description template you will make it easier for yourself and you will have a head start.

How do I write a Mechanical Engineers Job Description that stand out?

This sample Job description explainer offers guidance on key sections that are important to include for clarity, as well as suggestions for promoting the position. It provides a list of duties, responsibilities, tasks, requirements, demands for setting job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the work as described. However, it’s often not construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. When writing a job description, consider the following:

  • Highlight the accurate job title;
  • Provide a general company introduction;
  • Provide a brief summary or introduction that provides an overview of the job;
  • Specify the relevant job duties and responsibilities that are necessary for this position;
  • List essential qualifications;
  • Be clear and concise;
  • Have someone proofread it;
  • Make sure that HR and the hiring manager will sign off before publishing it;
  • Define what success looks like in the position after 30 days, the first quarter, and the first year;
  • Provide direct contact details of the manager or HR department who will follow up on the candidates.

Publish it via several social media platforms, or offline media, so you are sure that in-house employees also can get easy access to it.

Responsibilities:

  • Assessing project requirements.
  • Measuring the performance of mechanical components, devices and engines.
  • Agreeing budgets, timescales and specifications with clients and managers.
  • Maintaining and modifying equipment to ensure that it is safe, reliable and efficient.
  • Using computer-aided design/modelling software.
  • Liaising with suppliers.
  • Undertaking relevant research.
  • Producing and implementing designs and test procedures.
  • Presenting designs to managers and clients.
  • Testing, evaluating, modifying and re-testing products.
  • Writing reports and documentation.
  • Providing technical advice.
  • Analyzing and interpreting data.

Qualifications:

  • There are routes into this profession for both school leavers and university graduates.
  • Graduates need a degree in a relevant subject such as mechanical, automotive or aeronautical or manufacturing engineering.
  • A list of accredited courses is available on the Engineering Council’s website.
  • Some employers will ask for a 2.1 degree but others will accept candidates with a 2.2 degree.
  • Take a look at our list of engineering employers that accept 2.2 degrees.
  • If you are a school leaver, you may be able to enter the profession with a higher national diploma (HND) in a relevant subject such as mechanical engineering.
  • If you are aiming for a technician role, you can achieve this with an advanced or higher apprenticeship in an appropriate subject such as manufacturing or mechanical engineering.
  • To find out more about getting into engineering via a school leaver route, visit the engineering section of careers, our website aimed at school leavers.

By using this Mechanical Engineer job description sample, modifying it to your needs, and then posting it, you will soon start receiving Resumes and Cover letter from suitable candidates. This Mechanical Engineers Job Description template is fully customizable and can be used in Google Docs, MS Word or Pages format. Get this printable file now and personalize it according to your needs.




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