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Design Engineer Career
Posted by Arvind from Dhanera, IN on April 13, 2012

I have completed my graduation in Mechanical Engineering. I have learned Solidworks, Solid edge and Pro/E. I am working as a trainee in machine manufacturing company as a design Engineer and using Solid edge. I cannot understand that how can i design without experience of production. I cannot see, what is the future of my job?

Congratulations on getting a broad background in different CAD systems, Arvind. You ask a great question. And in the beginning of your career, all experience is good experience. As you complete your traineeship, I suspect that other opportunities will open before you--perhaps also in production.

Warmly,
Joel


Change of Field in Engineering
Posted by Enrique from Portland, OR, US on April 10, 2012

Hello Mr. Orr,

I currently work for a very known company in the field of Energy. My background is in HVAC engineering design. I want to be part of a more rewarding area and become a design engineering in any manufacturing industry. What is your advice to get myself jumpstarted?

I appreciate any advice.

Thanks,

Enrique

Enrique, more and more I am finding that LinkedIn is a great resource. Look around and check out groups that match what you are looking for. Then you can begin to ask questions, to learn more about the fields that attract you.

Hope this helps!

Warmly,
Joel


Please need guidance
Posted by Aparna from Sunnyvale, CA, US on March 8, 2012

Hello Mr.Joel Orr.

I have read your replies here, they are very informative and interesting.Thanks a lot. I have recently come to US after marriage in Oct’2010. I worked 3 years in India for a MNC whose main product is Turbocharger (Automotive field). I worked as analyst working on n-code and glyph works software. I am more interested in analysis rather than design. I am now on H4 visa and eagerly waiting for EAD (which is in process). Please suggest me what analysis software should I learn to get good job in bay area? And what and how are the career prospects for me in Bay area?

Thanks in advance.

Aparna.

Thank you, Aparna. And welcome to the US!

The question is not what analysis software to learn--the question is what do employers need. Find out what people are hiring; use LinkedIn for research, as well as web versions of local papers. Don't be afraid to talk to "headhunters" -- people who make their living matching employers and employees. They will tell you what is "hot" in your field.

Career prospects in the Bay area? They've been better. But you only need one good job, right? :-)

Warmly,
Joel


career as a mechanical design engineer - how ?
Posted by saivignesh from chennai, IN on January 29, 2012

hello sir ! i’m a student, doing my final year B.E(mechanical engineering). degree in India. i have learnt software like AutoCad, Pro/E, Catia, Ansys, Solidworks, etc. i have got basic knowledge in those.

i like to get into design engineering field . but i lack the designing intent and skills. please tell me how to successfully gain the design intent and become a good professional design engineer !

my wish is to get job abroad (preferably in USA/Eurupe/Australia ,etc) …… so please tell me, what software i must practice more and gain more proficiency to get jobs abroad.

also please tell me if there are certifications on any software which will help me get a job abroad.

so my main concerns are,

1) how to gain knowledge of design engineering (starting from scratch)

2) getting employed abroad and making a career in either US/Europe/Australia, etc…….

saifignesh, more important than anything is design experience. Expertise in a particular piece of software can always be learned fairly quickly; nothing substitutes from learning the actual work of design in the company of experienced designers.

I can't speak for Europe or Australia, but immigrating to the US is difficult, and there are many mechanical designers looking for work here. You might check websites for the consulates of other countries to which you are attracted, to learn what their employment opportunities are.

For now, even while you are a student, seek experience--even at no pay, as an intern. That is what will give weight to your resume. When you find a company you want to work for, find out what software they use, and brush up on or study that package.

Good luck!
Joel


engineering career 1
Posted by raza from chicago, IL, US on January 29, 2012

respected Joel career i am living in chicago. i have done my masters in electrical engineering specialized in power engineering.coul you please guide me what certifications will be beneficiary for me to get some reasonable job here.i want your opinion on power sector as well as communication sector.

Raza, that is a question you must ask the local job market. Look online, on job boards, LInkedIn, and other places for engineering jobs, and check out the requirements for current positions. Also, contact one or more "head-hunter" firms, who find people for companies, and talk to them; they have their finger on the pulse of industry.

I wish you success in your job search!
Joel


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