Job Tasks
What Mechanical Engineers do is research, develop, manufacture, test engines, and other mechanical devices. They also analyze and create blueprints (coin). These engineers are often using computers. Also, they use power producing and using machines, industrial production equipment and other machines that are inside buildings. Machine tools and material-handling systems can also be used to help (Bureau Labor of Statistics).
Work Schedule
A Mechanical Engineer's typical work schedule is daily business hours. They could possibly work on weekends to get to deadlines (Pukana). Most of the engineers usually work for full time, some engineers might work 60 hours or more per week (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Interests
Some intrests that Mechanical engineers should have for this career are creativity, listening skills, math skills, mechanical skills, and problem solving skills. They should also be very smart in this career.
Salary Range
Starting Salary: $58,600
Salary in a hour: $37.58
Median Annual Salary: $83,500
Salary in a hour: $37.58
Median Annual Salary: $83,500