What do mechanical engineers do on a daily basis?

Mechanical engineers run tests, make adjustments, and meet with other team members on a daily basis.

• Run tests. Mechanical engineers run tests and analyze results on a daily basis. They make sure to test different parts of their project to ensure each addition is functioning correctly. It is not uncommon for tests and analyzes to be completed after any addition to the project.
• Make adjustments. Mechanical engineers are consistently making adjustments to their projects, and they often have more than one project they are working on at a time. While they test and analyze the plans and results of their projects, another large part of the job is identifying the need for and making adjustments based on these tests.
• Meet with other team members. Most work for mechanical engineers is collaborative, requiring them to work with other mechanical engineers. They may work together to complete projects, with each engineer taking ownership over a particular section of the project. Communication between team members is a crucial and daily occurrence.