Job Requirements Need at least a Bachelor of Science degree in a recognized field of Engineering from an ABET accredited school or University (http://www.abet.org/#). Typically takes four years to get a degree. A Master’s degree can add an additional two years, if a full time student, and a PhD can add an additional three to four years for a full time student. There are many schools in the US with Engineering programs, Univ. of Washington, Washington State, Seattle Univ., etc. Boeing and other companies offer summer internships for students usually after their sophomore or junior year in college. The interns in my organization are given a small project that is usually completed before they go back to school. These students are typically offered full-time jobs when they graduate. Website for Interns and Graduates: http://www.boeing.com/careers/collegecareers/index.html

About Engineering Engineers are problem solvers. They utilize their academic training, on-the-job experiences, and continuous self-study to bring creative solutions to today’s and tomorrow’s problems. They look for practical applications for things scientists and others discover. Many of the products and man made structures that we use in our daily lives required engineers. Engineering has equal opportunity for women and men. Training is so rigorous that society needs all the engineers it can produce in order to keep things running and to improve our quality of life. There are many types of engineering, and each requires a different skill set and interest.

Earnings and Promotions The Seattle Times ran an article June 1, 2008 on Engineering Graduates and their starting salaries. It stated that according to CareerBuilder.com, five of the top 10 in-demand jobs are in Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil and Computer-Software). Starting salaries averaged about $54,000. For 2012, there is growth expected in the number of Biomedical and Computer Software engineers needed. The average salaries are about $82,000 and $97,000 respectively. (http://msn.careerbuilder.com/Article/MSN-2854-Job-Info-and-Trends-Best-bets-for-jobs-in-2012/) The projections for bachelor’s degrees in demand for the Class of 2013 include Mechanical, Electrical and Computer engineers. (http://www.naceweb.org/s09262012/job-outlook-2013/) There are lots of internet sites that list the top jobs and careers and there are almost always some types of engineers listed.

Types of Engineering Aeronautical Electronics Aerospace Environmental Agricultural Architectural Automotive Bio-chemical Bio-engineering Bio-medical Ceramic Chemical Civil Computer Corrosion Cost & Value Electrical Electronics Environmental Fire Protection Flight Test Forestry Geophysical Geological Geothermal Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning Human Factors/ Ergonomics Hydraulics Illumination

Types of Engineering (continued) Industrial Logistics Lubrication Manufacturing Marine/Ocean Materials Mechanical Metallurgical Mining Nanotechnology Nautical Naval Architecture Nuclear Optical Petroleum Plant Management Plastics Refrigeration Robotics & Automation Safety Software Structural Telecommunications Transportation Welding [52 types listed]

Industries Engineers Work In Industry Manufacturing Service Sector Consulting Management Research Teaching Government Military Business Marketing Sales Example Companies: Boeing, GM, Paccar UPS, Starbucks, Disney CNA Consulting Arthur Young Intl. Abbott Labs. U.W. Engineering School General Accounting Office Department of Defense Microsoft Honeywell Genie Industries

Future Trends & Technology’s Influence Computers and the internet will continue to impact all engineering fields, including Engineering Education. Green is becoming more important - Power Industry (wind/solar/wave/geothermal), Autos and Buildings. Civil Engineering will be critical to replace bridges, older structures & environmental improvements. Biomedical is seeing strong growth. Nuclear is returning. Electrical Engineering and Computer Science are expanding the Web, communications, entertainment (gaming), energy and transportation. Exploration of space and undersea will also provide opportunities.

Advice to Students Thinking about Engineering Learn good study habits. Math & Science are important, but so are English, Writing, History & Foreign Languages. Research the type of engineering that interests you. Talk to practicing engineers. Pick an engineering field based on your interests. Be a “Team Player”, a team focus is important, but never compromise on ethics & honesty. Technical competence takes serious Life Time Study.

Questions? larry.d.hefti@boeing.com 253-657-2980 work 4/21/2017