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Career Guidance Knowledge engineering, manufacturing and construction K071 - engineering and engineering trades K0716 - motor vehicles, ships and aircraft Mechanics of motor vehicles
Description
The way energy forces interact and affect components in motor vehicles such as cars, buses, invalid carriages and other motorised vehicles.
Occupations requiring this skill
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Skill demand overview
- Essential in 14 occupations
- Optional in 12 occupations
- Total: 26 occupations
- Most common in: ISCO major group 7 (Craft and related trades workers)
Essential for
- Automotive designerAn Automotive Designer is a creative professional who designs and develops the exterior and interior aesthetics of vehicles, blending engineering with visual artistry to create car…
- Automotive test driverAutomotive test drivers drive prototype and pre-production vehicles and assess their performance, safety and comfort. They test the models in various driving situations and prepare…
- Automotive engineering technicianAutomotive engineering technicians work with automotive engineers to operate, repair, maintain and test equipment used in motor vehicles. In some environments, such as an airport, …
- Mechanical engineerA Mechanical Engineer designs, develops, and maintains mechanical systems and devices used in industries such as manufacturing, energy, automotive, aerospace, and robotics. They ap…
- Automotive electricianAutomotive electricians install, maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems in motor vehicles such as air conditioning systems, lamps, radios, heating systems, batteries…
- Motorcycle assemblerMotorcycle assemblers fasten motorcycle parts and components together such as frames, wheels, engines etc. To do so, they use hand tools, power tools and other equipment such as CN…
- Motor vehicle parts assemblerMotor vehicle parts assemblers fasten motor vehicle parts and components together. They use hand and tools power tools to connect wiring and cables, position and adjust parts. Moto…
- Motor vehicle engine inspectorMotor vehicle engine inspectors inspect diesel, gas, petrol and electric engines used for cars, buses, trucks etc. in assembly facilities such as factories and mechanic shops to en…
- Motor vehicle engine testerMotor vehicle engine testers test the performance of diesel, petrol, gas and electric engines in specialised facilities such as laboratories. They position or give directions to wo…
- Automotive brake technicianAutomotive brake technicians inspect, maintain, diagnose and repair braking, steering and suspension systems as well as wheels and tyres. Duties Automotive brake technicians typica…
- Motor vehicle engine assemblerMotor vehicle engine assemblers build and install prefabricated parts to form motor vehicle engines such as diesel, gas, petrol and electric engines. They review specifications and…
- Motor vehicle assembly supervisorMotor vehicle assembly supervisors coordinate the employees involved in motor vehicle manufacturing and schedule their activities. They prepare production reports and recommend mea…
- Motor vehicle body assemblerMotor vehicle body assemblers fasten motor vehicle body parts and components together such as frames, doors, chassis and hoods. They use hand tools, power tools and other equipment…
- Motor vehicle assemblerMotor vehicle assemblers install and put prefabricated motor vehicle parts and components together. They inspect the motor vehicles for defects, and test the assembled equipment fo…
Optional for
- Diesel engine mechanicDiesel engine mechanics repair and maintain all types of diesel engines. They use hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools to diagnose trouble, disassemble en…
- Motorcycle instructorMotorcycle instructors teach people the theory and practice of how to operate a motorcycle safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed…
- Automotive engineering drafterAutomotive engineering drafters convert the automotive engineers' designs into technical drawings usually using software. Their drawings detail dimensions, fastening and assembling…
- Bus driving instructorBus driving instructors teach people the theory and practice of how to operate a bus safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed to…
- Product assembly inspectorProduct assembly inspectors evaluate products for compliance with specifications and defects in-line with clients' requirements and organisational policies. They use measuring and …
- WelderWelders operate welding equipment in order to join metal workpieces together. They can use fusion welding processes based on different techniques and materials. They also perform s…
- Car driving instructorCar driving instructors teach people the theory and practice of how to operate a car safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed to…
- Automotive engineerAutomotive engineers design and oversee the manufacturing process and operation of motor vehicles such as motorcycles, cars, trucks, buses and their respective engineering systems.…
- Aerodynamics engineerAn Aerodynamics Engineer specializes in studying how air interacts with solid objects, particularly aircraft, spacecraft, and vehicles, to optimize their performance, efficiency, a…
- Material stress analystMaterial stress analysts plan and use software to perform structural analyses, including static, stability and fatigue analyses on various machines. They develop an analysis of pri…
- Driving instructorDriving instructors teach people the theory and practice on how to operate a vehicle safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed to dr…
- Motor vehicle upholstererMotor vehicle upholsterers create manufacturing templates, manufacture and assemble interior components for cars, buses, trucks etc. They use power tools, hand tools and shop equip…
Related skills
- Electric motors
- Mechanics
- Read standard blueprints
- Engineering processes
- Read engineering drawings
- Conduct performance tests
- Use technical documentation
- Engineering principles
- Wear appropriate protective gear
- Electromechanics
- Liaise with engineers
- Troubleshoot
- Operation of different engines
Last updated on February 18, 2026
