THE FUNCTIONS OF AN ENGINEER Flashcards
The engineer is engaged in the process of learning about nature and codifying this knowledge into usable theories.
Research
The engineer undertakes the activity of turning a product concept to a finished physical item.
Design and Development
The engineer works in a unit where new products or parts are tested for work ability.
Testing
The engineer is directly in charge of production personnel or assumes responsibility for the product.
Manufacturing
The engineer is either directly in charge of the construction personnel or may have responsibility for the quality of the construction process.
Construction
The engineer assists the company’s customers to meet their needs, especially those that require technical expertise.
Sales
The engineer works as consultant of any individual or organization requiring his services.
Consulting
The engineer may find employment in the
government performing any of the various tasks in regulating, monitoring, and controlling the activities of various institutions, public or private.
Government
The engineer gets employment in an educational institution and is assigned as a teacher of engineering courses. Some of them later become deans, vice presidents, and presidents.
Teaching
The engineer is assigned to manage groups if people performing specific tasks.
Management
