# Tools & technology — automotive engineering technician Source: O*NET 30.3 'Software Skills' for 17-3027.01. | Software | Category | Hot technology | |---|---|---| | SAP software | Enterprise resource planning ERP software | yes | | Microsoft Office software | Office suite software | yes | | Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software | yes | | Microsoft Word | Word processing software | yes | | A&D Technology iTest | Analytical or scientific software | | | Data acquisition software | Analytical or scientific software | | | Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical | Computer aided design CAD software | | | Autodesk Inventor | Computer aided design CAD software | | | PTC Creo Parametric | Computer aided design CAD software | | | National Instruments LabVIEW | Development environment software | | | IBM Notes | Electronic mail software | |