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1) What does a mechanical engineer's work hours look like?
2) Is it easy to get a job right out of college?
3) What is the starting pay like?
4) What different types of jobs reside inside this degree?
5) Is there a lot of stress in this job?
In the mechanical engineering field, what should I expect to be doing on a day to day basis?
#engineering #mechanical-engineering #mechanical-engineer
What schools are good for mechanical engineering?
I want to know what schools are good. #college #engineering #college-major #mechanical-engineering
How competitive are jobs in Mechanical Engineering?
I am planning n majoring in Mechanical Engineering, and i would just like to know how many other people are looking for this field of work. #engineering #mechanical-engineering
What kind of PPE is required and if the PPE is not worn what is the punishment?
PPE is a necessity for safety #construction #career #injury-prevention #workplace-injury-prevention #engineering
How many days a week do you work as a mechanical engineer?
I was wondering if it would be a normal day job or if you would have to work overtime or odd hours. #engineering #mechanical-engineering #mechanical-engineer
Is it possible for one to work as an Architect and an Architectural Engineer? I Know they're two incredibly different fields, but I am incredibly passionate about both and am curious if there is a way to actually participat ein both in the work force.
I am aiming for a BS in Architectural Engineering and Plan on getting a Masters in Architecture, to give myself a well-rounded education. I've heard from professors that it's fairly black and white between the two careers, however that might simply only be the case in America. Maybe other...
What is a typical day as a stationary engineer?
#engineering #hvac #boilers #refrigeration
What are good schools for engineering or architecture?
#civil-engineering #software-engineering #architecture #electrical-engineering
what subjects do i need in year 10
hey I need to know what subjects I would need in high school I have looked it up and I cant find anything on it please help #student
What do fresh out of college Engineer majors do?
Engineering is one major I'm considering but I don't know what I want to know. I'm afraid I have a different idea of what actually happens after schooling. I can see what classes those in that major take and what companies they may work for, but how different is the class work to an actual...
Is microsoft excel an important skill for an aerospace engineer
I am a freshman studying aerospace engineering and was just wondering what the relevance of this skill is in the real world and workplace.
#aerospace #engineer #engineering
What are some flexible engineering degrees to pursue in collge?
#engineering #college
what college degree would i need in a mechanics class to make a possible income of 100,000$ a year?
Want to know if its worth it.#jobs #engineering #salary
How long do you have to go to school to become a diesel mechanic?
Do I have to go to college?
#mechanic #engineering
How hard are Engineering classes in college?
I want to see if i want to take it .#work #engineering #choosing-a-major
What does an engineer really do on a day to day basis?
I understand that they nominally work in problem solving while applying mathematics and science, but what do they actually spend their time doing? #engineering
What does an employer usually look for in an employee on the job site?
what is an expected attitude while on the job site? #construction #engineering #career
Is it harder to get into an engineering program because I am a female and there are a lot of males in the field naturally?
I looked at the ratio from female:male in a typical engineering course and it is on average 2:8. So just wondering if the competition is the same no matter what or if it is different. #engineering #girls-in-stem
What are some challeges mechanical engineers face when working?
It's still taking me a while to figure out whether this will be the best career for me. I want to know eveything before I finish college. #mechanical-engineering #engineering
How are some ways companies deal with injuries of employees on the worksite due to neglect of ppe?
Injuries happen all the time from minor ones to serious ones how are they dealt with on the worksite #safety #injury-prevention #workplace-injury-prevention #construction #engineering
What are the top colleges for a chemical engineering degree?
I've always wanted to go to Western, but they don't have my major. I've looked into other schools, and I was wondering if it was common knowledge what schools have the best chem. eng. degrees? #chemical-engineering #engineering #chemistry #science #college-major #college-advice
What are a few of the most versatile engineering degrees?
I plan on going into the field of engineering but there are so many choices that I am having difficulty finding out the best degree for the job market. #engineering #job-market
Which choice of engineering would be harder: eletrical or civil?
Im considering going into one of these. Is there any insight or help you could give. #engineering #electrical #civil
How does confidentiality policy affect you in you work place?
how can those policies affect you or your work? #career #construction #engineering
If PPE is provided and i choose not too wear it what would the punishment be?
#career #construction #engineering
What is it like to be on a robotics team?
At this moment I am interested in robotics, so I was just wondering what is going to happen as someone joins a robotics team at their high school or college. In my high school, we do not have a robotics team, but we do have the technology student association. I wanted to know what there is to...
Good colloges for Machanical Engineering?
I plan on following an engineering career. Specifically Machanics to work on cars and open up a shop. #Engineering
Is "drafter" a still-used position at engineering firms? What skills does a drafter need?
For example, if you were going to a college with vocational courses, would it make sense to try to pursue something that prepares you to become a drafter? Are engineering firms still looking for people to handle just drafting, or do they only want engineers? If they are, what are the...
What are some possible career paths for engineering majors?
I am currently a high school senior that was directly admitted into the College of Engineering at the University of Washington. I am simply curious to see what jobs are out there for my type of major.
#engineering #college
Do I have to take physics in high school to be a successful engineer?
Unfortunately, I decided on my major late in my high school career. Because of this, I did not take physics in high school, but want to be an engineer in the future. Should I be dissuaded from the field if I did not take physics in high school? And is high school physics a necessity to...
How important is it to have a graduate school degree in the engineering work force?
I will be attending college as an engineering major, and I don't know if I want to pursue a graduate degree or not. I was wondering what percentage of the engineering work force only has undergraduate degrees and what percentage has graduate degrees. How significant is the job difference...
How can a women thrive in a male dominated field?
I am going into engineering. I understand that my college classes and workplace will be dominated by men. I would like to know how I can assert myself and no be intimidated. #engineering #women-in-stem
Would an engineering career allow me to travel?
I am planning to major in chemical and biomedical engineering. Do these fields allow for a lot of remote work, which would let me travel frequently while on the job? Otherwise, do careers in those fields ever require much on-site work in other countries? #engineering #biomedical-engineering...
Where is the majority of Mechanical Engineering jobs in the US?
I plan to major in Mechanical Engineering, and I would like to know where the best place to look for jobs in this field afterwards. #engineering #mechanical-engineering
Is the field of renewable energy in the focus of solar energy a diminishing career field, or exapanding?
I've thought about a career path focused on renewable sustainable energy in the focus of solar energy, but all research suggests that solar power is a very inefficient means of powering our grid at this point in its age of advancement. #engineering #solar-energy #solar
What's the best path to take while pursuing engineering at a liberal arts school?
With dual-degree programs and different partnerships at colleges, I'd like to know more experiences in getting an engineering degree at a liberal arts college. #engineering #liberal-arts #women-in-stem
How can I continue to stay creative within the workplace?
Due to my interest in engineering, I need to keep my mind in the imaginative state, and continue to be creative. How can I practice these concepts in the workplace? I am aware will have to explore this on my own, or with peers, and continue to better myself in order to prosper in the workplace...
Which states are cheap and excellent(strong and competitive) for Mechanical Engineering
I am a student in the US and my major is Mechanical Engineering. I am attending college right now and will be transferring next fall to a 4-year institution. I am looking for a school that is affordable to me and at the same time has strong reputation and accreditation in its Engineering...
How important is GPA in college?
I am a sophomore in college, and the classes I have been taking have been pretty tough. I'm always studying to try to stay ahead of the curve, and the professors usually give harder tests that warrant lower averages. In the field that I am interested in (Computer Science), I have doing well,...
If I go to a high School that has STEM will I have better chances of going to a top university
I'm a worry wort and am worrying about college admissions. #doctor #engineering #science
Is engineering good for my future or not?
Because I heard that engineering is stressful so I'm confused on whether to take that or to not. #engineering #engineer
Why did you become an engineer?
I am a civil engineering student, but I would be grateful for an answer from other fields of engineering as well. What made you choose engineering, and what made you decide to stick onto it throughout college and even after college? What was your terribly strong and persistent reason that made...
How hard is engineering for a girl?
Next year I would be studying mechanical engineering in a four year university, I've heard various times that the work field in engineering is extremely tough, and for girls it's even harder because of the lack of girls in STEM. I know that going into that career you need to have a strong...
Which engineering career is best for someone with a bachelors in civil engineering that would make the most impact on improving environmental conditions?
I am asking because I have been passionate about solving the environmental problems around the world since I was in elementary school, and I am currently majoring in civil engineering because environmental engineering is under the civil engineering branch. Although I can just major in...
Necessary attributes for an engineer?
Considering everyone you have met in your field, what attributes do you think are essential for success as an engineer?
#engineering #engineer #biomedical-engineering
How do you find the right internship at a career fair?
Trying to plan ahead to finding an engineering internship in college and wondering how you sort through all the options. All tips appreciated.
#engineering
#chemical-engineering
#career-planning
What are important pre-requisite classes for possible engineering students?
I am thinking of studying engineering in college and want to know which classes I need to take in high school to help me get there. #college #engineering #high-school-classes