EngineerGirl Team Added Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 6:52 AM If you had to choose a different career to use your engineering background in, what would you choose and why? Like what other careers can you use an engineering degree in? I’m curious what kinds of options I could have if I don’t want to work in a traditional engineering role. Answers 10 Jennifer Polivka, Nike Answered Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 7:18 AM That’s an interesting question, as it makes me curious about what you imagine is a “traditional engineering role.” Quickly off the top of my head I know of friends with engineering degrees who work in sales, product design, quality assurance, testing, ... Carla Bailo, ECOS Consulting Answered Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 7:17 AM An engineering degree prepares you for a plethora of career opportunities. The fundamentals that you learn can be applied in the world of fashion, entertainment, medicine, and many more. I personally have several schoolmates who are now doctors, ... Danielle Cooper, The Chemours Company Answered Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 7:15 AM When I think of “traditional engineering,” I think of a role that is very technical. There are a vast amount of roles that engineers can have that are far from the technically detailed roles. I am a Chemical Engineer and have been a Project Manager, in ...
Jas Added Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 2:16 AM Is civil engineering or environmental engineering better for urban planning? Currently, I am thinking about declaring a major, but I am stuck between civil or environmental engineering. I've always had a passion for helping the environment but more so in urban planning/studies. I don't really know which engineering would be more geared towards urban planning and, thus I am stuck choosing between these two majors. I am also really interested in transportation as well, and I'm also interested in ways to reduce pollution in our atmosphere. Answers 1 Nina Astillero, ERM Answered Monday, April 14, 2025 at 12:21 AM The best fit depends on your emphasis: choose Civil Engineering if your primary drive is designing the core physical systems with environmental protection as a key component, or Environmental Engineering if you're more drawn to the specific pollution ...
Maryam Soliman Added Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 7:43 PM What kind of discipline would you suggest for someone like me? I'm really interested in nuclear and chemical engineering, and NASA or CERN seem like fantastic places to work. I'm a freshman in an engineering program. I find that I struggle a little bit with the CAD Program we use, Fusion 360, but I can get it with practice. The main reason I chose engineering is because I'm good at math and I love doing it. There are so many different options for what discipline I could major in, and it's amazing that I can get feedback from actual engineers! Answers 1 Sarah Absher, Procter & Gamble Answered Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 9:37 AM I am a Chemical Engineer - I chose the field because I loved Chemistry and Math. Any Engineering discipline is foundational to establish critical thinking and problem solving, regardless of the "discipline". It is important to think about what you love ...
Kayla cleminshaw Added Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 2:07 AM Is Mechanical Engineering the right path to make a significant environmental impact? I am interested in studying further to make a significant impact on the environment. Would mechanical engineering be the right fit for that? I want to help reduce carbon emissions, minimize energy waste, and improve hydraulic systems. Answers 1 Linsey Marr, Virginia Tech Answered Monday, January 27, 2025 at 9:35 PM Most types of engineering have the potential to make a significant impact on the environment. Mechanical engineering is a great choice because you can help improve efficiency of machines so that they use less energy, design machines to extract and store ...
Brooke Menne Added Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 11:51 AM Can I still be an aerospace engineer with a mechanical engineering degree? I got rejected from only aero university in MN after previously pursing an aerospace degree elsewhere. Am I able to pursue the same dreams I had as an aerospace engineer if I do a mechanical degree? Answers 1 Kim de Groh, NASA Glenn Research Center Answered Friday, January 10, 2025 at 11:22 AM Hi Brooke, I can not answer your specific question, but I can let you know that I have a BS & MS in materials science and I work at NASA Glenn Research Center flying spaceflight experiments and studying the durability of spacecraft materials in the space ...
Halima Added Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:54 PM How do I get into project management from engineering? I am interested in studying aerospace engineering in uni but after that i want to go into project management, so i was wondering how you got into it? and any advice on how to go about it. thank you Answers 1 Jenni Glauser Answered Monday, September 16, 2024 at 2:16 PM There are many different ways to get into project management. Many companies that hire you will have a path and training within the company to help you on that path. Another option is to get an MBA, but I would get at least 2 years of experience before ...
Jocelyn Added Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 3:30 PM How do you pursue a career involving chemistry and healthcare as an environmental engineering major and what are the best paths to get there? I am currently a junior and just switched from chemical to environmental engineering, and am struggling if I made the right decision. I am really interested in chemistry and biology and ultimately want to go to grad school to study genetics or something to do with medical research. I switched because I was not interested in the industry side of chemical engineering (like refineries and food production) and it seemed like most of the higher division classes were focused on industry. I wanted a ... Answers 1 Margaret Byron, Penn State University Answered Monday, February 12, 2024 at 9:31 AM Hi Jocelyn, Yes, there are lots of opportunities in environmental engineering to impact health! The one that comes to mind for me immediately is water quality. Plenty of environmental engineers spend their time picking through problems of managing (for ...
Joey Added Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 10:25 PM What type(s) of engineering should I consider if I want to have a positive, lasting impact on the environment? I am currently working as a registered nurse but feel the good I do for other people is just too small. I am considering a degree in global health and/or a degree in some type of engineering where I make significant and lasting changes on the world, specifically the environment and those in need. Answers 1 Janine Baijnath-Rodino, UCLA Answered Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 5:22 PM Thanks for your question. It is good to see how passionate you are about making a global impact. I believe it is that passion you have that will drive you to make long lasting global changes whether in the healthcare of engineering profession. If I were ...
Katarina Tomich asked Kay C Dee, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Added Monday, July 17, 2023 at 11:19 AM Should I pursue chemical or biomedical engineering at this point? Hi Dr. Dee - I am a fourth year mechanical engineer with a specialization in 3D modeling. I plan on finishing my degree but I have realized that I have stronger interests in biomedical and chemical engineering. I like learning about new technologies and drugs regarding women???s health and wellness. I also enjoy learning about growing skin allergies and the new wave of research on how chemicals affect us and the development of clean products, especially for women. I am not sure if i ... Answers 1 Kay C Dee, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Answered Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 11:53 AM Hi, Katarina, I can think of a couple of different ways to move forward in this situation. I hear what you are saying about not wanting to lose momentum in academics - you're using a specialized skill set right now. Once folks start working full-time or ...
EngineerGirl Team Added Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 9:26 AM How can I help people as an engineer? Engineering seems interesting but I love helping people so I don’t know if it’s right for me. Does engineering help people? If it does how can I do that? Answers 13 Kay Hatlestad, Trane Technologies Answered Friday, April 28, 2023 at 9:08 AM Helping people is the reason I became an engineer! I’m an acoustical engineer. Some of the things I’ve worked on: Microphones so people with hearing aids can hear a phone conversation even in a noisy room Wall & ceiling design so you don’t hear your ... Kim Linder, Honeywell FM&T Answered Friday, April 28, 2023 at 9:03 AM There are so many ways to help people as an engineer. You can go into areas in which the end users is a person that may need assistance, think devices such as prosthetics or hearing aids or other medical devices, the list goes on. You can work in areas ... Lyn Kyle Manson, Verizon Answered Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 4:54 PM Engineering is a profession that will open doors to many opportunities to help people both directly and indirectly. Like any degree program you learn three things: 1) background information specific to your major, but also 2) how to find and organize ...
EngineerGirl Team Added Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 8:57 AM Is creativity/innovation something that can be learned? I have an interest in engineering but I'm worried that I'm not creative/innovative enough for it. I'm good in other fields such as writing, but I don't have that same confidence in Engineering. Can I learn and develop creative and innovative skills? Answers 9 Diya Dwarakanath, Self-employed Answered Friday, January 27, 2023 at 9:37 AM Absolutely! I had the same fear initially and I learned later that it was unfounded. Creativity and innovation can be learned and it often comes from experience, as strange as that sounds. Seeing the same problem before gives me an idea for how to solve ... Haley Antoine, Toyota Motor North America Answered Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 9:14 AM You can absolutely learn to be creative and innovative! I have learned creative thinking through my undergraduate and graduate studies, and after becoming proficient in my current job function at work. Even if an engineering problem seems complex, it can ... Jennifer Myren, Collins Aerospace Answered Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 9:13 AM Yes, creativity and innovation can be developed! I have found that creativity and innovation become easier for me when I have multiple experiences under my belt to pull from, then I feel comfortable coming up with new/different ways to approach a ...
Carly asked Leila Akello Gonasa, National Environment Management Authourity (NEMA), Uganda Added Monday, December 21, 2020 at 2:41 PM Is it possible to get a bachelor's degree in Environmental Science then get a master's degree in Environmental Engineering? I'm looking at different colleges and a couple of them offer environmental science, but not environmental engineering. Is it feasible to get a degree in environmental science then transition to environmental engineering for grad school? I'm wondering if I take certain electives or something maybe the transition would be smoother? Or are they different enough that I should prioritize environmental engineering exactly when I'm researching schools. Thanks so much for your help! Answers 1 Leila Akello Gonasa, National Environment Management Authourity (NEMA), Uganda Answered Friday, April 22, 2022 at 4:24 AM Yes Carly, it is very possible! The concept of study is related and the course units studied at Bachelors of Science give one enough grounding and theoretical concepts to Master in Environmental Engineering.
Capt asked Kelly Anne Fay, University of Ottawa Added Sunday, August 1, 2021 at 3:12 PM Can you switch from biomedical engineering to environmental sciences? I've done my bachelors in Biomedical Engineering but I've always had this longing interest to study environmental sciences and related studies. Will my BME degree make me eligible for postgrad studies in Environmental Sciences. Answers 1 Kelly Anne Fay, University of Ottawa Answered Friday, January 7, 2022 at 5:25 PM I’m so sorry I didn’t see this sooner! I really think that so much of your BME will transfer to grad studies in Environmental. You would certainly have an advantage in the eco-toxicology sub discipline! As a first step, take a look at courses in ...
Fabiola asked Janelle Leafblad, WoodWorks - Wood Products Council Added Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 1:46 PM What is needed for a PE license? Janelle - I'm in the middle of Pursuing a Bach. in Arch. Engineering. I did some research and found out you can become a PE. I read to become a PE or stamp MEP or structural drawings you have to be licensed in each one. Is this true? What would I need to do to be able to stamp my own drawings. Not only am I constantly questioning how we are making a building, but in the long run I would like to hopefully make and sell my own floor plans (not necessarily to make loads of money, but ... Answers 1 Janelle Leafblad, WoodWorks - Wood Products Council Answered Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 5:43 PM Fabiola, The specifics on licensing have changed since my test-taking days, but the basics remain the same. In order to stamp drawings as a licensed professional engineer you'll need: an engineering degree from an accredited institution, experience ...
Sohana asked Roberta Cortez, Collins Aerospace Added Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 2:46 PM Any good online mechanical engineering courses? Hi! I???m a final year chemical engineering student. I love mechanical engineering though. Can you recommend any good online platforms to study mechanical engineering courses? Answers 1 Roberta Cortez, Collins Aerospace Answered Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 5:28 PM Hi Sohana- One of the positives coming from Covid is that many colleges have created online courses of study. I am several years out of school, so I am not up to speed on the most current offerings. My son is currently attending Iowa State University ...
HJ asked Krista Karns, Verizon Added Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 11:06 AM Coding in environmental engineering? I've been thinking that I want to be able to code while working as an environmental engineer. Would there be specific fields/industry where environmental engineers use programming languages frequently? If so, how do you apply them to your work? Answers 1 Krista Karns, Verizon Answered Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 3:36 PM All fields will be able to utilize data analytics skills (i.e. python). The more you're able to use historical data alongside forecasting models the better off you'll be in many cases. While I have an environmental engineering degree I've worked at ...
Ramya kiranmai asked Christine Frazier-Hollins, Chevron Added Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at 6:07 AM Can I become process engineer in cosmetic industry if I am a petrochemical engineer? Hi! I am studying petrochemical engineering, 3rd year. I have a dream to work in the cosmetic industry. What steps should I take after 4 years of undergraduate in petrochemical engineering to become process engineer in cosmetics?? Answers 1 Christine Frazier-Hollins, Chevron Answered Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 9:47 PM Internships while you are in school is a great way to get experience and try out other industries. When you graduate target the types of companies you want to work for. Good process engineers are always in demand.
R Z asked Diya Dwarakanath, Self-employed Added Monday, May 11, 2020 at 8:56 PM How can I become an engineer if I have a bachelor's degree in biology? Hi! Throughout college, I thought I wanted to go into medicine or some allied health field. Then I got to my senior year and realized I didn't want to do that (or so I thought, perhaps it was just senioritis). I had never even considered engineering before or during college. Fast forward to two years after graduating with my bio pre-med degree and engineering has been something I have gotten really interested in. Except, I don't know where to start... I have always loved math and often said ... Answers 1 Diya Dwarakanath, Self-employed Answered Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 6:37 PM Hello! Apologies for the delay. I didn’t see this. Great question and it’s okay if you’re changing your mind now. All engineering fields fit what you’d like to do. Given your Bio degree and if you have an interest in medicine or helping people through ...
Tiffany asked Annalaura Arredondo, Schlumberger Added Sunday, April 12, 2020 at 2:57 PM Can I work in chemical engineering with a mechanical engineering degree? I want to study chemical engineering, but my school doesn't have that specific major. Can I still work in the industry if I get a degree in mechanical engineering? Will my career choices be limited if my degree is in mechanical engineering? I'm not sure what sector I want to work in but I want to have as many options as possible. Answers 1 Annalaura Arredondo, Schlumberger Answered Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 2:50 PM Hi Tiffany, I hope this finds you well. My short answer to you is a YES. You can have a mechanical engineering degree and work for a chemical, energy, research, or technology company. Your engineering skills are applicable wherever you go. The ...
Ema Okpohworho asked Zoe Mote, Georgia Institute of Technology Added Monday, October 21, 2019 at 11:58 PM Can I get an undergrad degree in Biomedical Engineering and still become a Gynecologist? I have just recently developed a special interest in Biomedical Engineering, but I have always dreamed of becoming an OB/GYN. Does anyone know if it's possible for me to pursue both? Answers 1 Zoe Mote, Georgia Institute of Technology Answered Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 12:50 PM Yes! About 1/3 of my graduating class went on to medical school after getting their bioengineering degree!