Typical Tasks
Confer with management, production, or marketing staff to discuss project specifications or procedures.
Develop or implement policies, standards, or procedures for engineering and technical work.
Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects.
Perform administrative functions, such as reviewing or writing reports, approving expenditures, enforcing rules, or purchasing of materials or services.
Direct, review, or approve project design changes.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Enterprising
Business based Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Analytical Thinking
Dependability
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Adaptability/Flexibility
Stress Tolerance
What key skills are needed for this job?
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Writing
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Active Listening
Expected Knowledge
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
