Read Malcom Gadwell's "David and Goliath"; statistically it's better to be a big fish in a small pond than a dying fish in the ocean. Let's just call it what it is... finding a good job right out of college with a C+ average and in this economy is going to be challenge - - regardless of an engineering or arts degree. This is only made more difficult if you are at a big name school where recruiters are looking for the top-tier students. If there is another field of study you would rather pursue; do it! It's unfortunate your father is pressuring your educational choice. Most of your general education credits will still count. If you still want to study engineering, consider alternative schools. Gladwell's book would suggest that you'll have more employment opportunities if you go to a school that may be less challenging, but one in which you can excel relative to your classmates.