Simil Raghavan, National Academy of Engineering asked Laureen Ervin, The Boeing Company Added 5 days AGO What kinds of activities have typically been part of your work? Answers 0
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Amanda Added 13 days AGO Should I specialize in Computer or Biomedical? Hello, I am a university student at SMU (Dallas) studying Electrical and Computer Engineering. I am interested in AI/ML but also Biomedical applications. Should I specialize in Computer or Biomedical?One degree would say "Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Biomedical Engineering specialization" and the other one would say Electrical and Computer Engineering with a Computer Engineering specialization". There are also two plans for the ECE Biomed, one that involves pre-med ... Related to Bioengineering/Biomedical, Choosing a Degree, Computer, Computers, Electrical, Engineering Branches, Internships & Jobs, Medicine, Merging Fields, Software, Special fields and Interdisciplinary Answers 0
Rahel Added Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 10:33 PM Advice and recommendations for a high school student interested in aerospace. Hi, I'm currently a sophomore in high school with a dream to become an aerospace engineer. What tips/advice would you give me and what activities/classes in school would you recommend I look out for? Related to Aeronautical/Aerospace , Difficult Classes, Preparation for College Answers 0
{Name} asked SawTeen See, See Robertson Structural Engineers, LLC Added Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 11:50 AM Why Engineering? Why STEM? Answers 0
Caroline asked Peyton Foley, Collins Aerospace Added Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 7:11 PM What's your favorite thing about being a engineer girl? Provide additional details Answers 0
EngineerGirl Team Added Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM female influences Like who would you say helped make you the engineer you are today? I don’t really have anyone around, how do I find other role models besides the list of engineers on EngineerGirl? Related to Opportunities/Challenges for Women, Preparation for College, Self Doubt, Social Concerns Answers 9 Carla Bailo, ECOS Consulting Answered Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 1:46 PM By far, my largest influencers were my teachers which started with my 1st and 2nd grade teacher who taught me that just because I didn’t like doing something, I should still strive to do it the best I could. She knew I could have better penmanship, but ... Wendy Sahli, Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society Answered Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 1:41 PM Unfortunately, I don’t have a female who helped me get into my engineering role. I had a great male mentor, though, who taught me things outside of my job to give me a wider picture of infrastructure along the way. He expanded my knowledge by doing so ... Nancy Post, Boston Consulting Group Answered Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 1:36 PM My biggest female influence was definitely my mother. She helped me so much in my career. But it's not in the manner you would think. She only attended school until she was in 8th grade due to her mother dying when she was young. Her two older ...
arlyn Added Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 11:26 AM Should I quit engineering?(what to do if a teacher tells you that, you're not good enough?) This is my first time using this forum sorry if I did anything wrong!! I've been taking engineering in school for the past 3 years. I've been at the top of my classes for all 3 years. I'm in a new school now, and naturally I chose to be in engineering again. My teacher says I'm not good enough to be in his class. He told me it would be better if I rethink my future and quit engineering as a whole. I don't really know why he would say this, because I have a pretty high grade in his class, ... Related to Computers, Education, Self Doubt, Software, Unique Challenges Answers 1 Nance Dicciani, RTM Vital Signs, LLC Answered Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 10:23 AM Hi Arlyn, I experienced the same type of negative comments not once, but several times during my career. There will always be others who tell you that you can't do something. When I was in high school some of my teachers told me that engineering was not ...
Kaylee Joyce Added Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 5:38 PM Is aerospace engineering too niche for a college major? I???m interested in aerospace engineering, but I???m scared to go straight into it because it is a niche subject. Would going into mechanical or electrical first be better? If so, which one? I am a high school student passionate about mathematics and physics! I???ve always loved space but I want to keep my options open. I???m having a hard time deciding which path to take as I start applying to post secondary schools. I???m a good academic student, however I???m afraid I wouldn???t be ... Related to Aeronautical/Aerospace , Choosing a Degree, Electrical, Engineering Branches, Mechanical, Merging Fields, Preparation for College, Self Doubt, Space Answers 0
EngineerGirl Team Added Monday, September 29, 2025 at 2:26 PM Can I be an engineer and still dress conservatively? I'm passionate about maths, physics, and problem-solving and want to be an engineer (I like mechanical and electrical right now), but I worry that the way I dress will limit my opportunities. I dress conservatively, remaining covered and not showing the form. I don’t want to work at a desk all the time, but is loose, flowing clothing ... Related to Choosing a Degree, Opportunities/Challenges for Women, Preparation for College, Self Doubt, Social Concerns, Work Environment Answers 6 Amy Devine, QuickFlex, Inc. Answered Monday, September 29, 2025 at 2:34 PM You will find a job in engineering. The restrictions that we have in jobs are there to keep us safe. You cannot have someone operating machinery while wearing clothing that could get caught. That being said, I am sure that there is an OSHA person who can ... Sarah Kurtz, University of California, Merced Answered Monday, September 29, 2025 at 2:33 PM Conservative dress is just fine for office work and presentations at conferences. However, loose clothing when working near machinery may cause a safety hazard. This should be reviewed in consultation with your Safety Officer and appropriate precautions ... Kim Linder, Honeywell FM&T Answered Monday, September 29, 2025 at 2:33 PM In general, yes! You can dress conservatively. The only exceptions I can think of when you may not have 100% say in the outer layer is when safety comes into play. In a machine shop, or place with moving machinery, you are often required to wear steel ...
Tolu Wani Added Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 10:54 AM Can I major in mechanical engineering as a Muslim girl? I'm passionate about maths, physics, and problem-solving, and I'd love to, but I worry that my dress will limit my opportunities. By dress I mean not only the headscarf but also the other aspects of hijab, such as not showing the form. I'm very interested in engineering and would greatly prefer a job that is not 100% at a desk, but I am not sure if it would be sensible to major in it because I haven't seen workwear that meets the conditions of hijab & is appropriate for various work ... Related to Electrical, Mechanical, Preparation for College, Unique Challenges, Work Environment Answers 0
Nance Dicciani, RTM Vital Signs, LLC asked Nance Dicciani, RTM Vital Signs, LLC Added Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 9:02 AM Describe what you do in your current work situation. Answers 0
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