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

Design, integrate, or improve manufacturing systems or related processes. They work with commercial or industrial designers to refine product designs to increase producibility and decrease costs.

Design, develop, or evaluate energy related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. They specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.

Design or plan protocols for equipment or processes to produce products meeting internal and external purity, safety, and quality requirements.

Develop usable, tangible products, using knowledge of biology, chemistry, or engineering. They solve problems related to materials, systems, or processes that interact with humans, plants, animals, microorganisms, or biological materials.

Devise methods to improve oil and gas extraction and production and determine the need for new or modified tool designs. They oversee drilling and offer technical advice.

Conduct research on nuclear engineering projects or apply principles and theory of nuclear science to problems concerned with release, control, and use of nuclear energy and nuclear waste disposal.

Conduct sub surface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. They specify the ground support systems, processes and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. They inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions.

Develop new or improved designs for vehicle structural members, engines, transmissions, or other vehicle systems, using computer assisted design technology. They direct building, modification, or testing of vehicle or components.

Design, evaluate, modify, or construct fuel cell components or systems for transportation, stationary, or portable applications.