# Mechatronics Engineers > Research, design, develop, or test automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control. - Code: 17-2199.05 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 17-2199) - Family: [Architecture & Engineering](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-17), one of its 59 occupations - Tasks: 23 tasks (15 core and 8 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/17-2199.05 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/17-2199.05.json ## What the work is made of 1. Create mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products. Core task · Task 16467 · Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022 2. Design advanced precision equipment for accurate or controlled applications. Core task · Task 16482 · Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022 3. Design engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks. Core task · Task 16474 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 4. Implement or test design solutions. Core task · Task 16470 · Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022 5. Maintain technical project files. Core task · Task 16468 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 6. Identify materials appropriate for mechatronic system designs. Core task · Task 23946 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 7. Research, select, or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, pressure sensing, or electronic communication. Core task · Task 16471 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 8. Apply mechatronic or automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components, or finished goods. Core task · Task 16483 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 9. Provide consultation or training on topics such as mechatronics or automated control. Core task · Task 16465 · Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022 10. Oversee the work of contractors in accordance with project requirements. Core task · Task 16466 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 11. Publish engineering reports documenting design details or qualification test results. Core task · Task 16464 · Rated by 56 people who do the job, August 2022 12. Upgrade the design of existing devices by adding mechatronic elements. Core task · Task 16479 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 13. Create mechanical models to simulate mechatronic design concepts. Core task · Task 23947 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 14. Analyze existing development or manufacturing procedures and suggest improvements. Core task · Task 16469 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 15. Determine the feasibility, costs, or performance benefits of new mechatronic equipment. Core task · Task 23948 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 16. Develop electronic, mechanical, or computerized processes to perform tasks in dangerous situations, such as underwater exploration or extraterrestrial mining. Supplemental task · Task 16480 · Rated by 57 people who do the job, August 2022 17. Monitor or calibrate automated systems, industrial control systems, or system components to maximize efficiency of production. Supplemental task · Task 19655 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 18. Create embedded software design programs. Supplemental task · Task 16476 · Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022 19. Design advanced electronic control systems for mechanical systems. Supplemental task · Task 16475 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 20. Design self-monitoring mechanical systems, such as gear systems that monitor loading or condition of systems to detect and prevent failures. Supplemental task · Task 19654 · Rated by 55 people who do the job, August 2022 21. Design or develop automated control systems for environmental applications, such as waste processing, air quality, or water quality systems. Supplemental task · Task 19653 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 22. Design, develop, or implement control circuits or algorithms for electromechanical or pneumatic devices or systems. Supplemental task · Task 16473 · Rated by 58 people who do the job, August 2022 23. Design mechatronics components for computer-controlled products, such as cameras, video recorders, automobiles, or airplanes. 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