Design

construct and repair full or partial dentures or dental appliances.

construct full-size and scale wooden precision models of products. Includes wood jig builders and loft workers.

design special exhibits and sets for film, video, television, and theater productions. May study scripts, confer with directors, and conduct research to determine appropriate architectural styles.

design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

design and develop manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children’s toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.

create special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

teach courses in architecture and architectural design, such as architectural environmental design, interior architecture/design, and landscape architecture. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.

prepare drawings and topographical and relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, pipelines, flood control projects, and water and sewerage control systems.

research, design, develop, or test robotic applications.

research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control.

design, develop, and take responsibility for the installation of ship machinery and related equipment including propulsion machines and power supply systems.

perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment. Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.

design chemical plant equipment and devise processes for manufacturing chemicals and products, such as gasoline, synthetic rubber, plastics, detergents, cement, paper, and pulp, by applying principles and technology of chemistry, physics, and engineering.

apply knowledge of engineering, biology, chemistry, computer science, and biomechanical principles to the design, development, and evaluation of biological, agricultural, and health systems and products, such as artificial organs, prostheses, instrumentation, medical information systems, and health management and care delivery systems.

develop plans for surface transportation projects, according to established engineering standards and state or federal construction policy. Prepare designs, specifications, or estimates for transportation facilities. Plan modifications of existing streets, highways, or freeways to improve traffic flow.

research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.

plan and design land areas for projects such as parks and other recreational facilities, airports, highways, hospitals, schools, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial, and residential sites.

plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

3D Modelers create 3D models using computer software. Depending on the project, 3D Modelers may create environments, characters, and props for use in video games and other digital media, such as animated movies.

Car designers are instrumental in designing the appearance, the style, and the ergonomic and aerodynamic features of automobiles. They have artistic skills that help them along with their knowledge of the mechanics, the materials, and the production of cars. They are important in this process of making new cars.

UI Designers are responsible for creating the overall look and feel of the user interface for computer programs, websites, mobile applications, and other forms of software. They help ensure that the software is easy to use and provides quality user experience.