Job Duties
Is mechanical engineering one of the most broad engineering fields?
Yes
Do they need a bachelor's degree?
yes
Do they work in teams?
Yes
True/False It is projected to grow over 5%
True
Is the average hourly pay for mechanical engineers over Maryland's minimum wage? ($11.75)
yes
They research, design, develop, build, and test what?
Mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines.
Do most get master's degrees?
No
Do they work in offices?
Yes
True/False It is projected to grow under 6%.
False
True/False The lowest-paid industry is Scientific research and development services.
False
Do they not analyse problems?
No, they do analyse problems
If they sell services do they have to be licensed in all states of America?
Yes
Do they never visit worksites?
No
True/False Employment was around 300,000 in 2020
True (299,200)
In a year, is the median pay over $100,000 in a year?
No
Do they test and develop prototypes?
yes
What is one important quality mechanical engineers should have?
You could have said creativity, listening skills, math skills, mechanical skills, or problem-solving skills.
Do they work full time usually?
Yes
Are some of the job openings are from the need to replace workers?
Yes
True/False The top 10% of mechanical engineers earned $141,060 or higher.
True
True/False Mechanical engineers design power-producing machines.
True
True/False After gaining experience, they can advance to be administrators or managers.
True
Do they have 20 hour workweeks?
No, 40 hour workweeks.
What is the exact number it is projected to grow?
7%
What is the exact median pay in a year?
$90,160