Engine & Other Machine Assemblers
Assembler, Assembly Line Worker, Engine Assembler, Machine Assembler
What they do:
Construct, assemble, or rebuild machines, such as engines, turbines, and similar equipment used in such industries as construction, extraction, textiles, and paper manufacturing.
On the job, you would:
- Read and interpret assembly blueprints or specifications manuals, and plan assembly or building operations.
- Inspect, operate, and test completed products to verify functioning, machine capabilities, or conformance to customer specifications.
- Position or align components for assembly, manually or using hoists.
Knowledge
Engineering and Technology
- mechanical
- product and service development
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
Business
- customer service
Skills
Basic Skills
- reading work related information
- keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Abilities
Hand and Finger Use
- keep your arm or hand steady
- hold or move items with your hands
Attention
- pay attention to something without being distracted
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Cooperation
- Integrity
- Dependability
- Independence
- Initiative
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Computer aided design CAD software
- Computer aided design and drafting CADD software
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
- SAP software
Education
Education: (rated 2 of 5)
high school diploma/GED or
certificate after high school
usually needed
certificate after high school
usually needed
Get started on your career:
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Job Outlook
Below Average
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
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