What Does a Mechanical Engineer Do?
A mechanical engineer designs, develops, and improves machines and mechanical systems. They work with everything from small components to large production systems. Mechanical engineers also ensure that their designs meet safety standards and are cost-effective.
What are the duties of a mechanical engineer?
A mechanical engineer works with the design, development, manufacture and maintenance of mechanical systems, machines and tools. This can include everythingfrom engines and drive systems to complex machines and product lines. Mechanical engineers often make use of computer-aided design and simulation to create and test their solutions.
- Product development Mechanical engineers design new machines and improve existing mechanical systems to meet requirements for function, safety and efficiency.
- Construction They produce technical drawings and perform calculations for strength and material consumption, and develop everything from car engines to large industrial production facilities.
- Production management Mechanical engineers monitor and optimize manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production and high quality of products.
- Quality Technology They implement quality control processes to ensure that all products meet the necessary standards and performance requirements.
- Purchase Responsible for selecting and purchasing the appropriate materials and components required for manufacturing.
- Project management Mechanical engineers manage projects from start to finish, which involves planning, budgeting, coordinating teams, and time management.
- Operation and maintenance They participate in the installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of machinery and systems to ensure long-term and trouble-free operation.
What is the education of a mechanical engineer?
A mechanical engineer often has a master's degree. Studying mechanical engineering provides a broad knowledge base that can be applied in various industries, including manufacturing, energy, automotive, and more. It is an exciting education that opens up many opportunities in technology and innovation.
Mechanical engineering programmes are offered at several schools in Sweden. Here are some examples:
- Royal Institute of Technology
- Chalmers University of Technology
- Faculty of Engineering at Lund University
- Linköping University
- Umeå University
What is the salary of a mechanical engineer?
The salary for a mechanical engineer in Sweden can vary depending on the level of experience, employer, and region. As a starting salary, the Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers recommends that you as a civil engineer request at least SEK 40,200/month and you as a Bachelor of Science in Engineering request at least SEK 38,100/month.
