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What Can I Do With A Major In…
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
General Information:
Mechanical Engineers are typically involved with controlling the principles of motion, energy, and
force through mechanical solutions. A mechanical engineer designs the tools and processes used for
satisfying the needs of society through a combination of material, human, and economic resources.
Called the “general practitioner” of engineers, mechanical engineers regularly work with the
generation, distribution, and use of energy; the processing of materials; the control and automation
of manufacturing systems; the design and development of machines; and the solutions to
environmental problems. Research, testing manufacturing, operations, marketing, and
administration are other key activities associated with practicing mechanical engineers. In
addition, new fields are emerging in biotechnology and alternative energy.
Career Possibilities:
Mechanical Engineer
Robotics Engineer
Aerospace Engineer
*Biomedical Engineer
Industrial Engineer
Materials Engineer
Marine Engineer/*Naval Architect
Energy Engineer
*Requires additional education or certification
HVAC Engineer
*Alternative Energy Engineer
Product Engineer
Manufacturing/Processing Engineer
Research and Development
Automotive Engineer
*Architect
*Patent Agent
Statistics:
· 2013 Annual median salary for Mechanical Engineers is $81,900; employment is expected to grow
3% by 2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary for Aerospace Engineers is $113,600; employment is expected to grow
5% by 2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary for Materials Engineers is $91,900; employment is expected to grow
4% by 2020.
· 2013 Annual median salary for Biomedical Engineers is $91,000; employment is expected to grow
69% by 2020.
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For more information:
www.mechanicalengineer.com
www.memagazine.org
www.asme.org
www.engineer.net
Sources:
Occupational Outlook Handbook
www.acinet.org
online.onetcenter.org
http://www.mymajors.com/
www.worldwidelearn.com
www.simplyhired.com