10/14/1997 13500

MECHANICAL ENGINEER TRAINEE

DEFINITION: This is entrance level training work to develop practical proficiency in the use of mechanical engineering knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Employees in this class participate in an on-the-job training program under the supervision of professional engineers. Assignments are designed to develop the employee’s ability to apply the knowledges and skills of the mechanical engineering field to the solution of practical problems, increase the employee’s ability to identify problems early in the project, and develop solutions which conform to agency policies, rules, and regulations as well as professional standards. Work may include assignments in different organizational units to increase the employee’s awareness of the scope of engineering practiced in the Commonwealth and insure appropriate job placement. Work is closely screened prior to assignment and reviewed in detail for completeness, technical accuracy, and soundness of approach while in progress and upon completion.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Participates in an on-the-job training program designed to develop practical proficiency in the use of mechanical engineering skills developed in school.

Assists in the design and review of construction drawings for installation of heating, plumbing, ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning, and other mechanical systems.

Creates design drawings, details, and schedules for components of mechanical systems for Commonwealth-owned and leased buildings.

Uses Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software to create design drawings for components of mechanical systems.

Assists in the inspection, investigation, and resolution of the construction of mechanical systems for compliance with contract specifications, safety codes, and engineering soundness.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering as applied to building systems.

Knowledge of the principles of construction cost estimating.

Knowledge of algebra, plane and solid geometry, and plane trigonometry.

Knowledge of the principles of mechanical engineering utilized to develop drawings and specifications for components of building mechanical systems.

Ability to interpret electrical and structural engineering and architectural drawings, and specifications as they relate to building mechanical systems.

Ability to read and interpret inspection and testing reports; and prepare field investigation reports to insure conformance with project standards.

Ability to create design drawings, details, and schedules for components of mechanical building systems.

Ability to operate a micro-station Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) system during the preparation of drawings for components of mechanical building systems.

Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and standards applicable to the design or construction of engineering projects.

Ability to read, write, and communicate orally in English.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: A Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering;

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An Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers.