As a Metal Engraver, you will need to master following:

• clean engraved areas
• determine quality of engraving
• engrave patterns
• ensure accurate engravings
• operate engraving equipment
• position engraving equipment

More generally, a metal engraver is also versed in:

• apply precision metalworking techniques
• ensure equipment availability
• operate precision measuring equipment
• remove inadequate workpieces
• remove processed workpiece
• troubleshoot
• types of metal

It also helps to know the following:

• compute engraving dimensions
• ferrous metal processing
• inspect etched work
• manufacturing of cutlery
• manufacturing of daily use goods
• manufacturing of door furniture from metal
• manufacturing of sports equipment
• non-ferrous metal processing
• precious metal processing
• prepare etching chemicals
• prepare workpieces for engraving
• prepare workpieces for etching
• select engraving templates
• transpose designs to engravings
• types of metal manufacturing processes
• verify engraving accuracy
• apply isopropyl alcohol
• consult technical resources
• dispose of cutting waste material
• engraving technologies
• mark processed workpiece
• perform damascening
• produce customised products
• types of engraving needles