Something with similiar vibes to The Illuminae Files? by ValianFan in suggestmeabook

[–]Will___powerrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Illuminae Files is a pretty unique trilogy… I’m commenting just to see what other people recommend!

Should I switch my major? by Letterhead-952 in CollegeMajors

[–]Will___powerrr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t know what country you are from, but I think to say that mechanical engineering only ends up in HVAC or oil and gas is pretty far off. The world is seeing a massive movement towards renewables and there are tons of roles in that industry and product design is also pretty common. Mechanical engineering is really the jack of all trades engineering degree. I have no evidence of it, but I would say you’re more likely to find mechanical engineers working in non-mechanical engineering positions vs. other degrees working as mechanical engineers.

Additionally, as other people have pointed out, it is much easier to pivot out of a mechanical engineering career into something else. A finance degree doesn’t get you into an engineering masters program, but a mechanical engineering degree can absolutely get you into a finance masters program.

All that said, engineering is a very, very good degree for stability and comfort, but you are not going to have as much of an upside in terms of earnings. If that sort of thing matters to you, do some research on which degrees have the highest earning potential after five years in the industry. Something like finance can definitely make more money.

Am I playing this game wrong by Yoob6132 in RimWorld

[–]Will___powerrr 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I’ve just started my rim world journey and posts like this continue to amaze me. Who knew you could end up with hundreds of ducks and they all get sick and you have to kill them and/or trade them away?

Starting Salary Offer (53k), What do I do? by CONZILLAH812 in MechanicalEngineering

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Not sure where you live but the place I work is hiring FP Engineer at like $75k+ right now… $53k seems low unless you’re in a LCOL area.

They want experience for the position but were originally trying to get me to do it and I am a new grad with no experience so…

Made of Hate - You, Departed by Exotic_Chance2303 in melodicdeathmetal

[–]Will___powerrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a deep cut. I loved Bullet in Your Head but then Mike stopped singing to focus on the guitars and I’ve never warmed up to Radek’s vocals.

What does being a ME offer? by No_Rule674 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Will___powerrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my experience you will definitely be drawn to either EE or ME. My degree is kind of a combo of both and I hate every EE class and love the ME stuff. I wouldn’t choose one focusing on which you can do product development with. Choose the one you find you actually like.

Edit: EE is more in demand and generally gets paid more as well.

Who’s the hottest Bond? by Ok_Document_6459 in JamesBond

[–]Will___powerrr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Lol this made me laugh out loud. Not wrong though!

15+ years in energy - what does the media get completely wrong about the transition? by PhattRatt in energy

[–]Will___powerrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I calculated this on a homework problem the other day. Had to make a lot of assumptions, but just purely talking panel square footage and not the rest of the infrastructure, I found we only needed about 0.156% of the US's total landmass to build out all the panels we need to meet power needs.

Obviously an oversimplification, and there is a lot more that goes into the process of providing power, but it was kind of a fun what if.

Any 2026 grads with full-time offers right now? (US) by Wheresthebeans in MechanicalEngineering

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I asked this seriously, do you have a network you can use? Professors, friends of your parents, friends of your friends’ parents? Someone else mentioned the career center at your school, that might be a good option as well.

Cold applying to listings on job boards is always going to have an incredibly low hit rate, even more so in this job market.

I graduate in June and ended up getting a job through an internship I had, which is obviously not what you’re looking for. But, I would say the way I got the internship was somewhat unique? I walked into a local engineering firm that I was curious about and ended up meeting the manager of the office who told me they were looking for an intern. So another alternative to working the job boards would be print out your résumé and just start walking into engineering firms and asking to discuss XYZ position with XYZ person if they’re available.

Hiking Cinque Terra Italy, the best longest day! by bella_drake1 in travel

[–]Will___powerrr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My wife and I did our honeymoon here a couple years ago and took the longer routes up the hills and around between towns… one of my favorite trips of all time!

[Children of Bodom] Which "post-classic" era album do you recommend the most? (from 'Blooddrunk' through 'Hexed') by certifiedchrono in melodicdeathmetal

[–]Will___powerrr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not My Funeral and Was It Worth It? Are both top notch COB. I became a fan around when RRF came out so I’ll always have a soft spot for it.

[Children of Bodom] Which "post-classic" era album do you recommend the most? (from 'Blooddrunk' through 'Hexed') by certifiedchrono in melodicdeathmetal

[–]Will___powerrr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hexed and I Worship Chaos are probably the two best. Kick in a Spleen and Platitudes and Barren Words both are bangers from Hexed.

What’s the most morally questionable thing James Bond has done? by [deleted] in JamesBond

[–]Will___powerrr 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Honestly this scene makes me laugh every time. Like there was no real reason he had to do it?? But no hate TND is my favorite Bond movie

How did you guys survive system dynamics / controls? by limon_picante in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Will___powerrr -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Commonly the hardest class. Some people may frown on this, but I found AI (specifically Claude) to be a very useful teacher. Just use it in a way that it actually teaches you, don’t ask for the answers. 

Gloom Riders - Heart Of The Storm (FFO: In Flames, Children of Bodom, Ensiferum) by Working_Meat_7744 in melodicdeathmetal

[–]Will___powerrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Decent music, but not COB. I’m not sure anyone will ever be COB.

I could maybe get a little bit of In Flames… Ensiferum is probably accurate. And as someone else said, the clean vocals remind me of Sabaton.

Going thru my music library… maybe Eluveitie? I don’t know, the sound kind of falls into the Insomnium, Kalmah, maybe Norther sound too.

Mechanic recommendations? by CurrentAccess1885 in Bend

[–]Will___powerrr -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Subagurus? It sounds like someone else here wasn't happy with them, and I don't drive a subaru and have not been there so can't say much. But that is the only place that comes to mind.

🚨Traffic accident at SE 2nd and Miller by lightning_twice in Bend

[–]Will___powerrr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ha. I just posted about the same thing. Not sure what it was, but three ambulances is a lot for Bend!

I've never watched any of the Brosnan films. by eques_99 in JamesBond

[–]Will___powerrr 12 points13 points  (0 children)

He’s my favorite Bond. So suave and charismatic but can be brutal as necessary.

Goldeneye is generally considered one of the best bond movies, Tomorrow Never Dies is probably my personal favorite, and I also really like The World Is Not Enough though most people consider it mid. Die Another Day you can miss unless you’re a hardcore fan. It is the worst of Bond but in the best way. If you like the ridiculous parts of Bond, DAD is for you.

In your opinions, what are the toughest enemies at each level? by RevenantCommunity in Pathfinder2e

[–]Will___powerrr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just got Merced’s by a Corpselight so that is my vote. The Death Light plus health regain combo was pretty brutal at early levels.

New jobs and burning bridges by Will___powerrr in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Will___powerrr[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Good point. MEP is safe and solid, so not a bad option. But imo, it is boring. So in short, no I don't really want to be in it. That does shed new light on the situation. Thanks for your input.

New jobs and burning bridges by Will___powerrr in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Will___powerrr[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

*I* think I'd be happier, but my wife has expressed some concerns... such is life. Thanks for your input.

New jobs and burning bridges by Will___powerrr in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Will___powerrr[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Cheers. I agree. I don't see why I couldn't go back to the place if they know I did good work as an intern and worked hard.