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17-3027.01   Automotive Engineering Technicians

O*NET SOC Title
Automotive Engineering Technicians
Lay Titles
Automotive Engineering Technician
Test Engineer
Transportation Engineering Technician
O*NET SOC Description
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.
O*NET SOC Tasks
Analyze performance of vehicles or components that have been redesigned to increase fuel efficiency, such as camless or dual-clutch engines or alternative types of air-conditioning systems.
Install equipment, such as instrumentation, test equipment, engines, or aftermarket products, to ensure proper interfaces.
Set up mechanical, hydraulic, or electric test equipment in accordance with engineering specifications, standards, or test procedures.
Detailed Work Activities
Research advanced engineering designs or applications.