MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

WHAT THEY DO

• Analyze problems to see how mechanical and thermal devices help solve a problem
• Design or redesign mechanical/thermal devices using analysis and computer-aided design
• Develop and test prototypes of devices they design
• Analyze the test results and change the design as needed
• Oversee the manufacturing process for the device

WHERE THEY DO IT

• Manufacturing industries
• Architectural services
• Engineering services
• Testing laboratories

HOW TO BE ONE

• Bachelors Degree
• License For All States and D.C.
• Various skills

PAY!!!!!

JOB OUTLOOK

• 2012- 258,100
• 2022- 269,700
• 5% increase
• Or 11,000 more jobs in 10 years
• About 1,000 jobs a year

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