
Calculating the cost of equipment and materials is an important part of the job
Mechanical engineering technicians assist with the design, building and maintenance of machines, such as air-conditioning systems, heating and ventilation units and power plants. They also develop manufacturing quality control systems by studying and improving the mechanical processes and machinery on production lines.
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Entry Requirements
To become a mechanical engineering technician it is recommended you have a National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) Level 6, or similar polytechnic diploma.

Pay
Industry sources indicate that the average gross salary for mechanical engineering technicians in 2008 was about $50,500, with the highest-paid 25% earning an average of $56,940, while the lowest

Job Outlook
The chances of getting a job as a mechanical engineering technician are good.
Skill shortage information
There is an immediate term skill shortage for this job.
Source: Department of Immigration, Skills Shortages