How a mechanical engineering technologist / technician can use AI, task by task

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.

Context: The work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Information: [drawings, specs, test results, regulations]
Audience: [what they know]

Explain it in plain language with an analogy and key takeaways. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to provide technical support to other employees regarding mechanical design, fabrication, testing, or documentation.

Context: We use Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical and ANSYS Mechanical; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Topic: [security products, techniques]
Audience: [users, colleagues]

Explain step by step with examples. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to draft detail drawing or sketch for drafting room completion or to request parts fabrication by machine, sheet or wood shops.

Context: We use Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical and Dassault Systemes SolidWorks; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Part or assembly: [describe]
Requirements: [loads, materials]

Outline CAD models, drawings and documentation. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to prepare specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, or systems related to the generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy.

Context: We use Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical and Dassault Systemes SolidWorks; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Part or assembly: [describe]
Requirements: [loads, materials]

Outline CAD models, drawings and documentation. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance.

Context: We use The MathWorks MATLAB and ANSYS simulation software; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Operation: [plant, mine, line]
Data: [paste production rates or performance data]

Show trends, losses and their likely causes, and 3 improvements with estimated impact. Include formulas. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to analyze test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives, and modify or adjust equipment to meet specifications.

Context: We use The MathWorks MATLAB and ANSYS simulation software; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
System or process: [describe]
Criteria and data: [paste]

Determine whether criteria are met with statistics and code. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to design molds, tools, dies, jigs, or fixtures for use in manufacturing processes.

Context: We use Dassault Systemes SolidWorks and Autodesk AutoCAD; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Equipment: [safety, mining]
Requirements: [function, standards]

Generate design concepts. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to conduct failure analyses, document results, and recommend corrective actions.

Context: We use The MathWorks MATLAB and ANSYS simulation software; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Product or system: [describe]
Failure data: [paste test results, returns, field data]

Analyze failure modes, rates and likely causes; suggest tests and design changes. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to analyze or estimate production costs, such as labor, equipment, and plant space.

Context: We use The MathWorks MATLAB and ANSYS simulation software; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Operation: [describe]
Cost data: [paste]

Estimate costs, sensitivity and formulas. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to discuss changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly, or drafting techniques and procedures with staff and coordinate corrections.

Context: We use Finite element method FEM software.
Design: [describe]
Issues: [changes, methods]

Draft discussion points and options. Keep it under 150 words with a clear ask, plus a 2-sentence version for chat.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to assist engineers to design, develop, test, or manufacture industrial machinery, consumer products, or other equipment.

Context: We use Dassault Systemes SolidWorks and Autodesk AutoCAD; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Equipment: [safety, mining]
Requirements: [function, standards]

Generate design concepts. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to prepare layouts of machinery, tools, plants, or equipment.

Context: We use Dassault Systemes SolidWorks and Autodesk AutoCAD; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Facility: [plant, line]
Goals: [flow, efficiency]

Suggest layout options with flow analysis. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to design specialized or customized equipment, machines, or structures.

Context: We use Dassault Systemes SolidWorks and Autodesk AutoCAD; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Equipment: [safety, mining]
Requirements: [function, standards]

Generate design concepts. Give 10 quite different options from safe to bold, then develop the best 2.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to evaluate tool drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing with original specifications for form and function using engineering skills.

Context: We use Microsoft SharePoint and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Design or specs: [describe]
Standards: [list]

Review conformance and recommend changes. Make a table: requirement, met / not met / unclear, and the exact evidence.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to estimate cost factors including labor and material for purchased and fabricated parts and costs for assembly, testing, or installing.

Context: We use The MathWorks MATLAB and ANSYS simulation software; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Operation: [describe]
Cost data: [paste]

Estimate costs, sensitivity and formulas. Show your working step by step and give spreadsheet formulas so I can reproduce the numbers.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to assist mechanical engineers in product testing through activities such as setting up instrumentation for automobile crash tests.

Context: We use Wolfram Research Mathematica and ANSYS Mechanical; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Project: [testing, analysis]
My tasks: [describe]

List prep steps and data to collect. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare production costs for sustainable and nonsustainable designs.

Context: We use Microsoft SharePoint and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
Design or project: [describe]
Costs and benefits: [paste]

Build a cost-benefit table with formulas. Make a table: requirement, met / not met / unclear, and the exact evidence.

I work as a mechanical engineering technologist / technician. Part of my job is to analyze energy requirements and distribution systems to maximize the use of intermittent or inflexible renewable energy sources, such as wind or nuclear.

Context: We use Microsoft SharePoint and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on design, mechanical and engineering and technology.
System: [fuel cell, solar]
Requirements: [performance, cost]

Analyze design requirements and trade-offs. Make a table: requirement, met / not met / unclear, and the exact evidence.