Automotive Engineering Technicians

Plan and execute tests on experimental test devices or equipment to evaluate performance, durability, or efficiency, and provide feedback to engineers on the feasibility of suggested product design improvements.

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Assist engineers in determining the practicality of proposed product design changes and plan and carry out tests on experimental test devices or equipment for performance, durability, or efficiency.
Leadership
MED
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
HIGH
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
MED
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
MED
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Comfort of the work setting
Dealing and handling conflicts
Physical demands
Exposure to job hazards
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Communication with others
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making
Competition for this position
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Leadership

Activities

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Areas of Study

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