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Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as a Mechanical Engineer, a qualification at MQF Level 6 or higher is required, such as:
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering (Plant) (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
Engineering graduates may apply for the Engineering Warrant following three years relevant work experience after graduation. For graduates to be classified as an “Inġinier”, a warrant is required.
A valid driving licence may be required for this role.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Mechanical Engineers are expected to have:
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering, which requires the application
of theoretical knowledge to the design and
production of physical products and services
• Knowledge of design techniques, different types of apparatus and principles that are necessary for the production of technical
plans, designs, blueprints and models
• Knowledge of Mathematics such as algebra,
geometry, statistics and their applications
• Knowledge of computer systems and
programmes
• Report writing skills
• Project management and implementation
skills
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills in English
• Organisational and planning skills
• Analytical, problem solving and decision
making skills
• Time management skills and the ability to
work under pressure and meet deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• Leadership skills
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A solution-oriented approach • An innovative mindset
• Attention to detail
• Commercial awareness
• Creativity
• Inquisitiveness
Related career opportunities
• Building Services Engineer
• Engineering Supervisor
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