The steam engineer is the person who “pilots” a steam locomotive. He makes sure the machine is in good working order, lubricates it and carries out any necessary maintenance operations. En route, he or she must respect the signs and make sure that the journey runs smoothly and safely. Once the convoy is underway, he is the ship’s “captain”.
Becoming a steam mechanic requires several years of schooling and a good knowledge of how the machine works. There’s nothing like a visit to theworkshop to learn the ropes.