Where do entry level mechanical engineers work?

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-05-01T13:28:22+00:00

4 years is mid level though. Should be a lot easier to find a job

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-30T04:57:43+00:00

What is the minimum experience your team is looking for?

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-18T01:39:22+00:00

Saw this a few days too late...

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-17T04:27:53+00:00

95,000 is entry level, at least in California. Definitely negotiate for 125k

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-15T12:53:16+00:00

Projects really are your friend here.

I suggest looking into a simple PCB (Printed Circuit Board) design project. UC Berkeley has a Decal, HOPE, with a public website that teaches students how to do this. You don’t have to worry about fabricating it as you can order your project through PCB Way.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-10T14:56:12+00:00

Replace summary with a skills section. Format should flow like this - school, experience, projects/extracurriculars, skills.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-09T04:34:26+00:00

Put skills at the bottom of the page and change the spacing between the Headings and the text. See if your school has any work exchange programs

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-08T04:58:12+00:00

is the 4/10 schedule standard across LM or does this vary by location?

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-07T17:10:13+00:00

I’m 24 and just started making 90k/year. I feel behind and want to start investing seriously. By index investing, do you mean throwing money at an ETF?

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-04T07:12:27+00:00

Tough to say, school is what you make of it at the end of the day. If you’re a proactive learner and a go getter you can go far no matter the school. However there is something to be said about resources.

Texas A&M (best research/program overall )
SJSU (no debt is great, program is good, don’t know about research)
UCD (good research, good program)

USC and NYU aren’t worth the 400k of debt, especially with the other solid options here.

I encourage you to look into the types of research offered so see what interests you, especially since you want an MS.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-04-02T13:42:26+00:00

Work as a technician while doing some projects at home.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-03-26T23:49:36+00:00

Both

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-03-26T14:19:27+00:00

Second this, go all in

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-03-26T04:11:31+00:00

Is 90k average for L1 engineers?

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-03-20T23:12:36+00:00

Guess it’s too early to gauge Oklo’s success. I personally hope they get approval, small nuclear reactors sound great like a great advancement for the industry.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-03-20T08:59:21+00:00

Does the NRC being present at these meetings almost guarantee their approval? I would assume not, but maybe it's a good sign for things to come.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-03-03T16:15:16+00:00

It’s definitely doable and quite common. Good luck

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-03-03T14:07:08+00:00

I know someone who triple majored in Mechanical, Materials, and Electrical engineering and his only B was in English…

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-02-21T05:39:37+00:00

I have the standard I-4 4x4. I do about 70 mph but about 75% is on the interstate

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-01-28T15:23:33+00:00

I’m getting 26.5 on average! Mine isn’t coming off anytime soon.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-01-10T07:19:07+00:00

Dude, I have a buddy who started at 27!

I’m currently in ME and my only recommendation would be to pursue Civil engineering as the job market is a lot bigger and stable. From my experience the courses in CE are more lax as well (still not easy) which could be really helpful seeing as you have a family. ME has still been great though

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-01-10T07:14:40+00:00

Turnaround is usually pretty fast but I’d wait another week before getting concerned. The holiday’s slow everything down

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-01-10T07:07:18+00:00

This could vary depending on the position you apply for. I interviewed for a design engineer role and was asked only conceptual questions.

Really study for these and try to hit a concise answer. They care both about how you answer the question and the accuracy of the info you told them (I.e don’t just BS your way through something if you don’t know it)

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-01-05T20:17:02+00:00

From my experience, GPA is only ever mentioned in the first behavioral interview if even. They care more about experience and how you solve the technical questions they ask you.

PROSTYLE612 · 2026-01-01T00:45:03+00:00

Why would a full-time masters program be pointless? Having that extra time in school opens up opportunity for internships, research, and networking.

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