1. Mechanical Engineering Jake Pannell

2. What do engineers do?  Mechanical engineers design devices which harness mechanical and thermal energy.  Most mechanical engineers work in an office environment.  Engineers must be able to work in a team because they must cooperate with experts in many fields.  Mechanical engineers use computers heavily.  There are many opportunities for management and education in the field of engineering.

3. What education is needed?  A Bachelor’s degree in science is a minimum; although many engineers go on to receive a graduate degree.  Students will study math and science as well as engineering courses.  Computer education is becoming increasingly important.  Good engineering schools in Texas include Texas A&M, The University of Texas, Texas Tech, Rice University, and others.

4. Why be an engineer?  Engineers enjoy a high starting salary with the ability to rise up the ladder. The median salary for engineers in 2012 was $80,580.  Those who enjoy math and science will probably enjoy engineering.  There are many diverse opportunities for mechanical engineers due to the field’s diversity.