Mechanical engineers produce specifications for, design, develop, manufacture and install new or modified mechanical components or systems. Mechanical engineers need to be technically minded, able to demonstrate numerical and scientific ability and have problem-solving skills.

• maths knowledge.
• knowledge of engineering science and technology.
• design skills and knowledge.
• the ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools.
• analytical thinking skills.
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail.
• knowledge of physics.
• the ability to come up with new ways of doing things.