To find the source of a problem, industrial machinery technicians employ technical documents, their knowledge of manufacturing machinery, and thorough inspection. An industrial machinery mechanic, for instance, should determine if a device's vibrations are caused by old pulleys, insufficient motors components, or some other issue after experiencing it. To thoroughly evaluate all issues, years of training and expertise are usually required. To assist identify the cause of issues, diagnosing and screening equipment and vibration research methodology are utilized. An industrial machinery mechanic may disassemble the apparatus after evaluating the situation to rebuild or swap the essential parts. To repair advanced technology, it is becoming increasingly necessary to have electrical, mechanical, and computer programming capabilities. Industrial equipment technicians usually examine the equipment once it has been repaired to ensure that it operates smoothly. They could also do regular maintenance. Handles, grinders, and drill presses are employed in conjunction with hand tools. Welding may be necessary for some instances.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must possess at least 50% aggregate from a recognized institution in 12th, from any board PUC/CBSE/ICSE/ISC, etc. However, the cut-off margin varies with the selection process of different colleges
• Should procure a valid score in entrance exams such as JEE-MAINS/CET/VITEEE/JEE-Advanced, etc. Different colleges offer their own entrance exams if you don’t have a satisfactory score in JEE or other competitive exams – colleges like NMIMS, Symbiosis International University, XUB, Andhra University, LPU, etc.
• One must earn a degree in B.Sc/B.Tech or a Diploma to become an Industrial Machinery Mechanic. This is a basic qualification you must require to enroll in this line of work.
• An M.Tech in Industrial Machinery can also prove to be helpful while looking for a higher degree and better learning.

Tasks to perform

• Employing voltmeters or other measuring instruments, monitor and evaluate the performance of machines and equipment to diagnose problems.
• To identify equipment faults, examine test data, machinery incorrect data, and feedback from personnel.
• Industrial output or manufacturing gear or apparatus must be repaired or kept in good working order.
• To ascertain maximum reliability or functioning of equipment, consult schematics or dealership's instructions.
• Restore damaged metal components, produce new components, and install new technology by cutting and welding metal.

Knowledge required

• Development and Manufacturing — Utilizing natural resources, process innovations, quality management, prices, and other strategies for optimizing the productive produce and delivery of products.
• Administration and Conduct — Awareness of the market and management concepts used in strategic planning, capital distribution, human resource modeling, technical leadership, manufacturing processes, personnel, and asset implementation.
• Apprehension of Physics — Predictive analytics of basic phenomena, laws, their interactions, and fluid, substance, and air mechanics interpretation techniques, and mechanical, electric, atomic, and subatomic structures and processes understanding.
• Arithmetic Prowess — Being able to evaluate and interpret various mathematical equations and use them to address complex problems in arithmetic, geometry, calculus, and other areas.
• Computer Application — Understanding the prospects and functioning of circuit boards, processing units, circuits, electrical devices, computer equipment, plus applications and programming

Skills required

• Surveillance — Entails keeping track of and evaluating your own, other people's, or organizations' results to make changes or take disciplinary measures.
• Strategic Thinking — Evaluating the possible expenses and advantages of various decisions to recognize the best one.
• Time Management — Interacting and switching between different tasks and activities without consuming excess time to provide results.
• Machinery Management — Conducting regular manufacturing processes and deciding when and where the type of construction is required.
• Critical Analysis — Learning and identifying the strengths and weaknesses along with providing solutions and countermeasures to reduce the impact of potential problems.

Job roles offered

Once you procure the required qualifications for becoming an Industrial Machinery Mechanic, a myriad of options are open to you. There are multiple projects you can undertake throughout this line of work, and there are many other fields you can branch out to as well.

• Wind Turbine Technician: Specialists that work on wind turbines guarantee that they are in good working order so that they can generate electricity from the wind. Introducing additional turbines, running periodic inspections, and repairing equipment as needed are all part of this work. Most wind turbine technicians work a full-time job, although, in the event of an emergency, they may be asked to work overtime. This position frequently requires travel to rural communities, where wind farms are typically located. This position is ideal for fast thinkers that love collaborating with others, have mechanical abilities, and like fixing issues. Technicians evaluate the components of wind turbines as well as the tower's structural integrity. They also make sure that all of the turbine's components are working properly. These inspections might happen up to three times a year for generators that run all year.
• Rig Mechanic: The Mechanic conducts all activities and activities associated with the technical discipline, including but not limited to the installation and maintenance of locomotives, centrifugal pumps, turbines, condensers, and other mechanical equipment. This role is in charge of all mechanical drilling equipment used in good drillings, such as circulation, spinning, lifting, and well electrical systems. The Mechanic is also in charge of all other equipment that aids in the platform's function. In addition, the role is in charge of entering repairs and maintenance records into a Maintenance Management System (MMS). Because the job necessitates operating in a team atmosphere, rig technicians must be team players. They should also be capable of responding rapidly to current and future consumer requirements. They must also be capable of coaching and educating young technicians.
• Industrial Electrician: Electrical systems are installed, repaired, and maintained by industrial electricians in factories, storage facilities, manufacturing plants, and other enterprises. They examine old infrastructure to decide whether it needs to be improved or removed. Switches, compressors, valves, and other components of an industrial electrical system are examined. Hydraulic, chemical, and other types of systems are commonly worked on by industrial electricians. Working on autonomous vehicles is becoming more widespread, and Industrial Electricians are accountable for managing and upgrading it as well. Industrial Electricians are in charge of a variety of everyday activities to maintain industrial and commercial equipment working properly.
• Tool and Fixture Repairer: A Tool and Fixture Repairer uses hand tools and accuracy instrumentation to substitute and modify equipment and appliances of manufacturing equipment and components of transfer systems in industrial establishments, approaching quality standards and schematics and implementing hydraulic systems, compressors, and device scripting and management expertise. Examines manufacturing machinery, such as punch and drilling crushers, milling machines, laser cutters, and automated machinery for faults, the need for modification and realignment, and the requirement to replace old or damaged components and fixtures. Machine and equipment components are removed, replaced, adjusted, and aligned. Utilizing expertise in machinery coding, procedures, and manufacturing techniques, enters commands on a programmed computer or central processor to alter the frequency, movement, and coordination of robotic machinery.
• Hydraulic Mechanics: Hydraulic Mechanics are responsible for the upkeep and repair of automotive engines. Reviewing specific guidance, changing broken components, doing regular maintenance, upgrading network documentation, and establishing hydraulic systems are all examples of tasks included in a Hydraulic Mechanic's career. Mechanical abilities, a thorough attitude to work, collaboration, time management, problem-solving attitude, the ability to interpret hydraulic diagrams, and documentation are all common qualities featured in Hydraulic Mechanics.

Career opportunities

Industrial Machinery Mechanic can opt for various fields of work in the companies listed below:

• Alstom
• Atkins
• Schneider Electric
• Honeywell
• Nvidia
• Johnson Controls
• Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
• Baker Hughes
• Eaton
• Volvo Group

Colleges offering courses

• IIT Bombay - Indian Institute of Technology
• DSCE Bangalore - Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering
• RVCE Bangalore - RV College of Engineering
• PSG Tech Coimbatore - PSG College of Technology
• MSU Baroda - Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
• IIT Delhi - Indian Institute of Technology
• BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore
• MSRIT Bangalore - Ramaiah Institute of Technology
• College of Engineering, Trivandrum
• VJTI Mumbai - Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute