Mechanical Engineer CV example
A complete, ATS-friendly Mechanical Engineer CV you can use as a model: a ready-made professional summary, the skills employers search for, and achievement bullets written with strong action verbs.
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Mechanical Engineer with 5 years of experience in HVAC design, installation and maintenance. Skilled in AutoCAD, MEP coordination and reducing equipment downtime.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Designed HVAC and piping systems for 5 commercial and residential projects.
- Reduced equipment downtime by 20% through a preventive maintenance program.
- Supervised installation and commissioning of mechanical systems with 15 contractors.
- Reviewed shop drawings and coordinated MEP works to avoid site clashes.
- Prepared technical reports and BOQs for projects worth 12.
SKILLS
AutoCAD · SolidWorks · HVAC Design · Preventive Maintenance · Piping Systems · Project Execution · Quality Control · Root Cause Analysis · MEP Coordination · Technical Reporting
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree – relevant field
Numbers in the sample are illustrative. Replace them with your real results.
Professional summary example
Key skills for a Mechanical Engineer
Experience bullet examples
- Designed HVAC and piping systems for [X] commercial and residential projects.
- Reduced equipment downtime by [X]% through a preventive maintenance program.
- Supervised installation and commissioning of mechanical systems with [X] contractors.
- Reviewed shop drawings and coordinated MEP works to avoid site clashes.
- Prepared technical reports and BOQs for projects worth [X].
Replace [X] with your real numbers.
How to write a strong Mechanical Engineer CV
- Put "Mechanical Engineer" (or the exact title from the job ad) under your name — ATS systems match titles first.
- Start every bullet with a strong verb and add a number: volume, %, money or time saved.
- Mirror the ad's keywords in your skills and summary — e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks, HVAC Design — but only skills you really have.
- Keep it to one page under 3 years of experience, two pages at most otherwise.
- Use a single-column template with standard headings for online applications.
Frequently asked questions
How long should a Mechanical Engineer CV be?
One page if you have under 3 years of experience; up to two pages for experienced Mechanical Engineers. Focus on the last 10 years.
What skills should I put on a Mechanical Engineer CV?
Lead with the skills in the job ad. Common ones include AutoCAD, SolidWorks, HVAC Design, Preventive Maintenance, Piping Systems, Project Execution.
Should a Mechanical Engineer CV include a photo?
It depends on the country: common in the Gulf and parts of Europe, but not expected in the US, UK or Canada, where it's safer to leave it out.