Engineering Technicians - Main Engineering Technicians Engineering technicians help scientists and engineers solve technical problems. Engineering technicians solve technical problems in a variety of areas. Their duties are more practical and limited in scope than those of scientists and engineers. Many help scientists in research and development. Others assist engineers in production and inspection.
Technicians follow engineering standards and methods and procedures set by supervisors.
They take samples, collect data, perform tests, and calculate results. They also inspect projects or products. Technicians may prepare drawings, research documents and records, and help write reports. Engineering technologists handle the technical side of making a product. They prepare drawings and write reports.