Job Title / Job Description

Mechanical Engineer

I am a mechanical engineer working at a company that builds medical devices that tests blood. I work in a team of electrical and software engineers to build test equipment to test parts of the medical device. I brainstorm, design, research and have parts built to create fixtures capable of housing all the components needed and function correctly. My favorite part is building up the test fixtures once I get all my parts made. I also really like using the 3D modeling program to design my parts. It allows you to be creative, and I am constantly learning new things.

What are some related career opportunities and job titles in your company or in your career area?

There are opportunities in a variety of industries. I have worked in the medical field and product design field. There is also opportunities to work in defense, hvac, automotive, aerospace, and plenty of other fields. I think there will always be a demand for mechanical engineers in the medical industry.

What new technology will be important?

Being able to work on electro-mechanical parts is becoming more prominant in technology, which combines mechanical and electrical engineering to create parts.

What education or training did you have to prepare for this career?

I have a B.S. in mechanical engineering.

What education or training do you recommend for students today who want to enter this field?

At least a B.S. in mechanical engineering.

When you were in high school, did you know that you would enter this field?

No, I almost went to college undecided, then a month before it started I entered the college of engineering. I knew I liked math, and science was always fun for me, so I based my decision off of that. Once I was in the engineering classes, I decided to study mechanical engineering.