Adriana N. AddedSaturday, February 20, 2016 at 2:36 PM Choosing what to specialize in mechanical engineering Hello, I am currently studying Mechanical Engineering, and I'm planning what I want to specialize in. I would like to combine my knowledge in mechanical engineering with pediatric physical therapy. On the other hand, I like automotive engineering. I want to use my degree to help people. But I am unsure in which of those two. I doubt there is a way to do both. Which would you recommend? I love helping people who need it, but at the same time I love cars. Related to Engineering Branches, Mechanical Reset Sort By Default Kristina Lawyer , Argonne National Laboratory Answered Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 2:36 PM Adriana, Most engineering jobs involve helping people in one way or another, so it sounds like a good career choice for you. My answer to your question comes from a more practical standpoint: which degree will make it easier for you to find a job when you graduate from college? The answer is definitely Mechanical Engineering over Automotive Engineering. ME is broader than AE which will leave you with more options. And remember, lots of MEs are employed in the automotive industry! I love cars too and I hope that my jobs always focus on them in some respect. However, I'm thankful that I chose ME instead of AE (which I did consider) because I have a lot more flexibility in job choices.