Perform analysis as part of the design process using spreadsheets, Mathcad, or similar programs (i.e., fatigue, buckling, peak stress, system hydraulic flow/pressure calculation, actuator/pump/motor sizing, spring/gear/spline design, etc.). In addition to being proficient with the related software tools, you must have a solid understanding of engineering principles related to structural analysis, failure modes, design principles, metallurgy, and manufacturing to guide design and analysis tasks.