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Anyone else having a hard time landing a job after interviews? Been selected to interview at least 15-20 times these past 2 months or so and still no offers.

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What is the best way to learn GD&T for beginers?

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What's the best book you've read about reducing waste in manufacturing processes?

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Could you provide information on mechanical engineering job openings with visa sponsorship?

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If you could design a vehicle that runs on anything other than fuel/electricity, what would it run on?

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Is is better to work with a recruiter to find work?

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Are there any resources out there that can help me become a better Engineer? Not looking for a certification program per se

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Are there any remote mechanical design engineer gigs available, that anyone here is aware of?

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Does anyone take temporary contracts or accept a job knowing you are still looking for something better and you’ll probably ghost this gig once something better comes along? Does anyone else struggle … more

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can anyone give me a referral to any mechanical background companies looking for entry level, full time roles, internships work too.
my name is krishna set to graduate this may 2024 as MS in mechanical engineering… more

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Did anyone else think they would be making more money in this field? I’m making way less then I thought I would be.

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I am Steel foundry casting manufacturing ka job

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I want to get a job in oil and gas industry. I see that API 510,570 and 653 certifications can help me but all of these require experience. Does anyone know what is the best way to tap into this field… more

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can anyone give me a referral to any mechanical background companies looking for entry level, full time roles, internships work too.

my name is krishna set to graduate this may 2024 as MS in mechanical engineering.

4+ years… more

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I am a mechanical engineer with a bit over 17 years of experience in consulting engineering for construction. I am looking for work in the Lawrence and Lenexa Kansas Areas.

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How did you lay your first engineering job?. I have been applying left and right. I have fair knowledge in pressure vessel design and stress analysis. Im even certified in MEP design ( HVAC, Firefight… more

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Do you feel like you're paid fairly for your knowledge and expertise (not just the time that you put in)?

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I have a hard time accepting criticism at work, even if it's constructive. How do you not take things personally?

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What is everyone's discipline/career focus?

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Do you ever regret pursuing your chosen career path?

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Hey all, I am set to Graduate this Summer with an ME degree. I am currently working as a co-op with a Manufacturing Plant, which I’ve been with since the summer. I’m wondering, if y’all can help, what… more

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How many rounds of interviews did you have before accepting your current position?

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Hello, I am a Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in Project Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering. I am currently located in Canada but I want to move to Houston and continue my career … more

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Hey all, I’m a new grad with a degree in ME and concentration mechanical design, along with 1 year of co-op experience at a consumer product company working in NPD and prototyping. After being on the … more

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Is this job track doomed now that robotics and AI are taking over?

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Are there any jobs that you think would benefit a mechanical engineer before they actually started working as a ME?

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What would be the best pg cert/diploma course for a mechanical engineer in Ireland?. Currently working as C&Q technician.

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Are they any engineering side gigs or 2nd shift jobs? I'm looking into getting a second job but trying to avoid food service/bartending. And obviously anything that doesn't have the pay to jus… more

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How many of you ME’s ended up being systems engineers? And how early into your career?

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Shaky future ahead in some business units

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How long did it take you to land your first mechanical engineering job?

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Any probability of making good money in HVAC sector. I just graduated

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I'm livid. I interned at a big tank storage company for a year. First 3-4 months was a typical summer internship and then I got assigned to a constrn. proj. dealing mostly with QA/QC from an ME pe… more

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Are there any jobs for ME's that don't require being at a desk all the time?

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2 years in Facilities Engineering out of college with a B.E. Marine Engineering, minor in law. I've got my EIT too. I'd like to advance my career-not sure in what specific direction. Looking to obtain my P.E. and may… more

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Does it take you a while to get settled into a new job or role and actually feel comfortable working there? I accepted ~4 months ago and still feel like I'm bumbling around some days.

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I have been working as a mechanical design engineer for 5.5 years. I had a 2 year gap for doing on campus MSME. Currently at my 3rd company(2.5 years) making 105k in Midwest. I am pretty confident at … more

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How many people have experienced having a boss or bosses that just weren't effective at their jobs? Weak leaders, poor communicators, indecisive, etc...

I've experienced this for the first time… more

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Anyone have a cool engineering project they've done at home and want to share?

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