1. Job Requirements
Need at least a Bachelor of Science degree in a recognized field of Engineering from an ABET accredited school or University ( 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:

2. 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.

3. 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. (
The projections for bachelor’s degrees in demand for the Class of 2013 include Mechanical, Electrical and Computer engineers. (
There are lots of internet sites that list the top jobs and careers and there are almost always some types of engineers listed.

4. 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

5. 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]

6. 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

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. Questions?
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4/21/2017