Apply theory and principles of civil engineering in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance of structures and facilities under the direction of engineering staff or physical scientists.

Operate, install, calibrate, and maintain integrated computer or communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. They record and interpret test data.

Draw wiring diagrams, circuit board assembly diagrams, schematics, and layout drawings used for manufacture, installation, and repair of electronic equipment.

Prepare detailed drawings of architectural designs and plans for buildings and structures according to specifications provided by architect.

Perform site specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers. They design solar domestic hot water and space heating systems for new and existing structures, applying knowledge of structural energy requirements, local climates, solar technology, and thermodynamics.

Design underground or overhead wind farm collector systems and prepare and develop site specifications.

Research, design, develop, or test robotic applications.

Design technologies specializing in light information or light energy, such as laser or fiber optics technology.

Research, design, develop, or test microelectromechanical systems (mems) devices.

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