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Is being an automotive engineering technician a good fit for you?

Helps vehicle engineers test new designs, setting up and running trials on experimental parts and vehicles.

What the work involves

  • Records test results using cameras, spreadsheets and documents.
  • Sets up mechanical, hydraulic and electric test equipment to match test requirements.
  • Reads and understands blueprints, drawings and charts.
  • Inspects and tests parts to find the cause of faults.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousStrong. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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