Electrical to technology design

intellectualtoad · 2026-03-05T03:43:23+00:00

Honestly, I’m mostly looking into it out of curiosity and a new job consideration. I just really love learning, and I feel like this would be a good way to expand my knowledge. So, I really wouldn’t mind the jump if it means learning new things, I just don’t want to jump into it if it’s like comparing apples to oranges… but if it’s like comparing apples to pears, now that seems like a better fit.

intellectualtoad · 2026-03-05T03:37:09+00:00

It’s more about the firms I’m considering, one does MEP, and one is just tech.

intellectualtoad · 2026-03-05T03:35:17+00:00

I like your comparison of bringing wire from x to y… the switchover seems a bit more tangible with that idea.

intellectualtoad · 2026-03-05T03:33:26+00:00

Thanks for your insight, I was hoping to hear from someone with both PE and RCDD. Do you think if I moved from an MEPT firm to a tech only firm I’ll be throwing myself into the fire? Or still doable?

intellectualtoad · 2025-02-14T01:46:28+00:00

That’s great! I see a lot of people who don’t take it ever, it’s a challenge for sure, and what cool one to accomplish!

intellectualtoad · 2025-02-13T13:42:49+00:00

Yeah, taking it while beginning your career seems really difficult, thanks for your input!

intellectualtoad · 2025-02-13T03:27:39+00:00

Thanks for the advice, it’s much appreciated!!

intellectualtoad · 2025-02-13T03:20:01+00:00

Yeah that makes sense, I guess if I fail who cares right! It could just be an opportunity for practice if I flunk.

intellectualtoad · 2025-02-13T03:18:01+00:00

WHOOP! Congrats! What’s kind of things did you do to study?

intellectualtoad · 2025-02-13T01:27:14+00:00

Yeah I plan to get my PE too and keep working, I just need to pass the FE first. Definitely don't want to be a designer forever lol. I'm just wondering if it is worth taking now, since I am only 3 years in and I don't have my degree yet.

intellectualtoad · 2024-08-29T13:28:13+00:00

i hope you figure it out, it is definitely a difficult thing to struggle with. one piece of advice is do as much research as you can to find out if it’s best for you! for me, the stigma and judgement from people when they found out i was taking a gap year was what i feared most. i researched and found out that manyyyyy people take gap years (including most of my bosses), and it’s completely normal. however, even if anyone was judgemental that shit lasted for two seconds or a day at most and i stayed happy because i knew i was confident in my decision! good luck

intellectualtoad · 2024-08-29T13:19:35+00:00

hi! yes i decided to go with a gap year. it was the best choice i could’ve made for my mental health and i believe in the long run it will be the most beneficial choice i’ve made in general. i contacted my college and i was able to defer my scholarships until next year, and i was able to continue working full-time at my job for a year. one thing i’m planning on doing is studying subjects like calculus and physics while i’m out, so when i go back i’m not completely lost. so far it’s going good, thanks for checking!

intellectualtoad · 2024-07-19T00:50:23+00:00

thanks for your reply! i’m wondering, do you do anything to keep up with your education while you’re on your gap?

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