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why does engineers need to get contracted to be successful?
why does engineers need to get contracted to be successful?
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Glenn A
Mechanical Engineering Manager @ Belkin
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Dear King,
I'm not entirely sure what you mean by 'contracted'. I have had a brief stint as a contractor which lasted less than six months. It was a satisfactory arrangement at the time and I was able to make significant contributions to the company. However, I don't see contracting as a long-term career option for myself. I have experience in hiring both full-time employees and contractors.
Contractors are typically employed for a fixed duration, usually between six months to two years. Many companies have policies that restrict the continuous employment of a contractor and often require a break before they can return in a different contractual role. I tend to assign more challenging tasks to my full-time employees as part of their career development. The terms of the contract allow me to terminate a contractor services at any time without prior notice. This gives me flexibility and reduces the need for rigorous screening during the hiring process.
When it comes to full-time employees, I prioritize their career growth and development. They also receive company benefits, which are generally superior to those provided by contracting firms. In my field of Design and Development, I often send employees to meet with suppliers for design reviews or to oversee product production, opportunities that are seldom extended to contractors.
Please note that these are my personal views. Others may have had different experiences with contracting. However, as a hiring manager, I tend to be wary of candidates who have spent the majority of their career in contractual roles.
I'm not entirely sure what you mean by 'contracted'. I have had a brief stint as a contractor which lasted less than six months. It was a satisfactory arrangement at the time and I was able to make significant contributions to the company. However, I don't see contracting as a long-term career option for myself. I have experience in hiring both full-time employees and contractors.
Contractors are typically employed for a fixed duration, usually between six months to two years. Many companies have policies that restrict the continuous employment of a contractor and often require a break before they can return in a different contractual role. I tend to assign more challenging tasks to my full-time employees as part of their career development. The terms of the contract allow me to terminate a contractor services at any time without prior notice. This gives me flexibility and reduces the need for rigorous screening during the hiring process.
When it comes to full-time employees, I prioritize their career growth and development. They also receive company benefits, which are generally superior to those provided by contracting firms. In my field of Design and Development, I often send employees to meet with suppliers for design reviews or to oversee product production, opportunities that are seldom extended to contractors.
Please note that these are my personal views. Others may have had different experiences with contracting. However, as a hiring manager, I tend to be wary of candidates who have spent the majority of their career in contractual roles.
Wayne Archibald
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Wayne’s Answer
Hello, Your Majesty. The journey to success for engineers is multifaceted, with contracting being one possible route, but certainly not the only one.
- Contracted work: This option presents the advantage of flexibility, the potential for increased income, and the opportunity to gain experience from a variety of projects.
- Permanent employment: This path offers a sense of stability, attractive benefits, and frequently a more profound sense of community within an organization.
I spent several years as an engineer without ever engaging in contract work.
In the end, the optimal route is determined by the individual engineer's aspirations, their comfort with risk, and their preferred way of life.
Best of luck!
- Contracted work: This option presents the advantage of flexibility, the potential for increased income, and the opportunity to gain experience from a variety of projects.
- Permanent employment: This path offers a sense of stability, attractive benefits, and frequently a more profound sense of community within an organization.
I spent several years as an engineer without ever engaging in contract work.
In the end, the optimal route is determined by the individual engineer's aspirations, their comfort with risk, and their preferred way of life.
Best of luck!