Although it is possible to become a Mechanical Engineer by obtaining a New Zealand Diploma in Engineering combined with relevant work experience, many New Zealand Rail and Transportation employers prefer candidates who hold a Bachelor of Engineering, specialising in Mechanical Engineering.
In addition, many employers look for the following personal requirements when hiring Mechanical Engineers:
The typical daily job responsibilities of a Mechanical Engineer can include some or all of the following:
With experience, many Mechanical Engineers progress their careers and become Senior Engineers or move into consultancy roles. Alternatively, Mechanical Engineers can also move into Project or Process Engineering jobs as well. That said, Engineers can choose to move away from the Rail and Transportation industry and into other areas of engineering, such as HVAC, Energy Resources, Manufacturing and even Robotics.
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