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What is the best part of being an engineer?

It has always been my dream to be a mechanical engineer. I was just wondering what some reasons are that I should choose this career over others. #mechanical-engineering

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Francesco’s Answer

Hello,
I think being an engineer is a never-ending opportunity to learn and put into practice every single day problem solving, continuous improvement and critical thinking skills.
In any industry there are plenty of opportunities to keep improving processes and products, foster innovations and look for efficiencies.
And ultimately being proud to contribute to make a customer happy meeting and exceeding his expectations.
Mechanical Engineering is definitely a broad degree within engineering and can be applied in many different functions and ways. Find the best fit for you and enjoy.
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Glenn’s Answer

Damyon, you have 2 questions here. First, for me, the best part of being a mechanical engineer is that I am always learning, creating, and working with a wide variety of talented people. I have been in product development for a long time. There are always new challenges in the devices that I help develop and in the technology that we are creating and using to develop the products. I have also had the chance with work with people from all over the world here in the US and on site in their facilities.


Regarding why you should pick mechanical engineering over another career, that is a very personal question for you. Above, I told you why I like being a mechanical engineer. You have to decide if that is a good fit for you. I strongly believe that you should get an education that you are not only passionate about, but one that can provide you with skills to take you on your career path that you are also passionate about. Mechanical Engineering is a broad degree within engineering and can be applied in many different ways.


You are very smart to consider this early and pick the right career path. I have thoughts below on how to pick.

Glenn recommends the following next steps:

If not Mechanical Engineering, what would you consider as a career path.
Talk with you guidance counselor, parents, parents of your friends and find people who work as an ME and the other professions that you are considering.
This should not be a sales pitch to convince you of why you should do what they do, but a chance for you to understand if this is a good choice for you.
Prepare with questions and take notes. What is their day like? What do they like about the job? Would they have done the same thing if they were to start over? etc.
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