Engineering Machinists create, assemble and repair metal products by interpreting designs, measuring metals, and operating machines to cut and shape them.

What do Engineering Machinists do at work?

• Interpret engineering drawings and instructions.
• Measure and mark up materials for cutting.
• Operate machines to cut and shape the materials.
• Weld parts together.
• Test finished products.
• Design tools and equipment using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Clean, maintain and repair machinery.

Skills and knowledge

• Knowledge of different metals and materials.
• The ability to operate specialised tools and machinery.
• The ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• The ability to perform simple calculations.
• Skills with computer-aided design (CAD) software and computerised numerical control (CNC) machines.

Qualifications

No specific requirements but employers prefer you to have or be working towards Trade Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering.

Is this the career for you? Find out more

https://www.nmit.ac.nz/study/study-areas/mechanical-trades/

Pay

$39,000 - $103,000 per year