Work environment for mechanical engineers • Physics Forums
Mar 28, 2011 · Mechanical engineers can expect a work environment that varies significantly by company, with opportunities for hands-on work, especially in production and testing roles. While …
Mechanical Engineer at a Nuclear Power Plant - Physics Forums
Jun 30, 2012 · Can anyone tell me who is a Mechanical Engineer and works in a Nuclear Power Plant, just what their daily duties include? How they like the work environment and such. I'm interested in …
Where might a mechanical engineer work? - Answers
Aug 11, 2023 · The working conditions vary for a mechanical engineer depending on his job. Most positions are salary so the hours range based on the project you are working on. I've worked 30 …
Engineering fields that work outdoors - Physics Forums
Aug 29, 2006 · The conversation emphasizes that many engineering roles, such as mechanical and geotechnical engineering, often require outdoor site work, making them suitable for those who prefer …
Mechanical vs. Civil engineering - Physics Forums
Oct 13, 2009 · Mechanical engineers can go work for a plethora of industries and companies, ranging anywhere from nuclear power, manufacturing, industrial design, internal/external building systems, …
Project Engineer to Design Engineer - Physics Forums
May 13, 2019 · I have worked for two different companies that did a lot of new machine design. In that environment, a design engineer is given a well defined task. (S)he then works up a concept design, …
Can one successfully be an Engineer AND a Physicist?
Jul 27, 2017 · Easier for a PhD in physics to work as an engineer and keep up a sideline publishing papers in physics. This really depends on the topic of physics. For instance, physics departments …
What must I major in to design submarines? • Physics Forums
Aug 29, 2017 · To design civilian submarines for underwater tourism, pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree is essential, with a focus on marine engineering or naval architecture being …
As an Engineer, will you just sit on your butt? - Physics Forums
Mar 14, 2012 · As a young engineer, you may have (depending on your work environment) a good bit of chair-time. As you gain experience, you might be called upon to develop project plans and justify them.
Nuclear Engineering jobs for Mechanical Engineers?
Nov 1, 2008 · Click For Summary Mechanical engineers can pursue careers in nuclear engineering, although specific roles like core designer or fuel cycle engineer require a nuclear engineering …