Engineering is one of the most sought after professions from a long time.
It is popular for many reasons that include the amount of creativity and education it involves, it pays you well, and most of all the effect that engineers can have on the human civilization through their inventions and innovations is unmatchable.
The tall skyscrapers that line the entire skyline of cities like Mumbai, New York and London are an example of an engineer’s extraordinary prowess.
It was in earlier times the most respected profession and engineers of those times were even more diligent as they build wonders like Pyramid of Egypt and other magnanimous structures without the help of modern machinery. Thus, it leaves little doubt that one should, if he or she could, follow a career in engineering.
For success in engineering career, to have technical acumen is not enough. There are many other things that matter and play a great role for employment and advancement.
Let’s discuss few of them in detail:
Subject knowledge
It is important for each engineer to have the knowledge in his/her field. For an example, a Mechanical Engineer must have the basic knowledge of fluid mechanics, manufacturing processes, CAD/CAE etc. Awareness of all the newest development in the field is very much important. It helps an engineer to build his/her own identity. Irrespective of the career you pick in future, do not forget to be up-to-dated with the latest advancements and technologies.
Analytical and creative thinking
Look around to your surroundings attentively as few of the most advanced and modern gadgets and technologies are created just while sorting out daily issues starting from a smartphone to an e-commerce. Engineers are always expected to be more creative and analytical. They can link any knowledge to completely a different thing to solve any problem.
Application of the knowledge
Securing excellent grades is not just enough. Application of that knowledge is more important. Good knowledge in any subject does not always mean that the person can solve a real-time issue. Employers always wish to recruit engineers who not only holds good marks on a subject but they also look for those who can call upon the appropriate skills as and when needed. So, start developing projects that can let your application skills evident.
Information literacy
This is very obvious that in a span of four years, one cannot excel and meet each demand of the industry in the current market. But, new jobs always look for latest technical advancement. Therefore, be information literate. It enables one to start as well as complete any project from the scratch. It is actually an ability to cope with the latest trend.
Multi-disciplinary
The culture these days in the workplace is very different from the past. At present, engineers need to work in inter-disciplinary teams with various projects that are multi-disciplinary in nature. A very common example is of an electronics engineer who needs to team up with computer engineers, designers, project managers and others in order to finish up a particular project like in a mobile technology. If he/she understands this basic division of work then definitely it will become easier to survive in this highly competitive era.
Zeal to learn
One of the most important things that make an engineer perfect is the zeal to learn more innovative things. This will not only make a person a better engineer but a better human being too.
It is a very true and thoughtful saying that, “the day a human being stops learning is the day he dies!” This is really true and therefore one should follow this mantra to be more successful professionally and personally.
Apart from these five points there are many more important aspects that make an engineer a perfect professional which includes acquaintance with computers & IT, familiarity with industry standards, communication, adaptability, creativity etc.
Author Bio
Saurabh Tyagi is a writer, social media enthusiast and a keen watcher of latest job trends. He is currently associated withNaukri.com, a leading online recruitment company in India. When he is not writing, you will find him reading about the latest in technology and new media.
