What is the Outlook for mechanical engineering?

Hi Gloria, here's a quote from the Bureau of Labor Statistic's website regarding the subject, "Employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 5 percent from 2014 to 2024". That's decent momentum in this decade of reserved economic growth, so I'd consider it a good career opportunity. On the other hand, you should make a career choice for at least as much that you love the subject, too, such as working with mechanical projects, taking things apart, putting them back together, and potentially making them better, or even inventing your own designs. The best career choices always start with a love for the subject, and if the growth outlook is good, that's a plus, too!

O*net online may provide some helpful information and it also provides technology skills, education, salary, etc.. to go along with the career path. Use keyword search or explore via the "Career Cluster" drop down.

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Great question - YES there are lots of opportunities for mechanical engineering jobs. There are basically two paths to consider - there is the automotive side and the facilities/infrastructure side. I work with a lot of Engineering firms and they struggle with keeping and finding mechanical engineers because the demand is so high in the automotive world. But there is lots of work in the facilities side as well.... someone has to build and design the buildings. Please continue your studies in this field.