| Education Requirements |
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering |
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering |
| Key Skills |
CAD, Thermodynamics, Mechanical Design |
Circuit Design, Power Systems, Electronics |
| Average Salary |
$90,000 per year |
$100,000 per year |
| Job Growth Outlook |
7% growth from 2020 to 2030 |
7% growth from 2020 to 2030 |
| Typical Employers |
Manufacturing Companies, Aerospace, Automotive |
Tech Companies, Utilities, Aerospace |
| Daily Responsibilities |
Designing mechanical systems, testing prototypes, managing projects |
Designing electrical systems, testing circuits, developing new technologies |
| Work Environment |
Office, manufacturing plants |
Office, labs, fieldwork |
| Project Focus |
Mechanical systems and products |
Electrical systems and components |
| Licensing Requirements |
PE (Professional Engineer) license |
PE (Professional Engineer) license |
| Career Progression |
Senior Engineer, Project Manager, Engineering Director |
Senior Engineer, Project Manager, Chief Engineer |
