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What are the best career paths to get into automotive design/engineering?

What are the best steps I can take in order to get into the automotive industry?

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Raj’s Answer

Hi Alex,

Regarding your question, first thing matters is which type of work you would like to do in Automotive industry (e.g. Automobile design, Aerodynamics of vehicle, Design of engine or other parts of the vehicle, Manufacturing, Automotive testing technician, Research & Development, Inventory control and optimization etc.). Automotive industry is huge, and you can get into that though 100s of different ways. So, you can follow the steps that I have mentioned below to get into Automobile industry in your area of interest.

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Explore (by random search or taking to different persons from automotive industry) different kind of work that you can do in Automotive Industry and try to find your interest in one for them.
If you are not sure about what would you like to do in automotive industry and want to peruse on engineering side. You can go for Mechanical Engineering as it will give you wide experience than Automobile Engineering.
Explore different Majors during your UG though subjects, projects, research and internships/co-ops and try to find a field in which you would like to build your Carrer.
Once you are sure about your area of interest, you can either find your job in that area or you can pursue further education in your area of interest too.
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Catherine’s Answer

Nowadays, you should be pursuing an EE degree if possible. You can take some system controls classes, sensors, and definitely learn to code software.
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Evelyn’s Answer

I'm sure that I may not be the best person to ask as far as automotive engineering, but research would be best if you start from there. Also, taking different types of certifications that can lead to your ultimate goal or goals. Ask questions, write questions down, and perhaps you can visit some of these automotive industries that would love to take you under their wing as an intern. All I can say is that I wish you well in your endeavors and do not let ANYONE stop you from accomplishing your goals!

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Reseach
Get different certifications
Visit automotive industries
Do intern
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William’s Answer

Hi Alex!
You may choose any of these options plus a professional certification to earn you a practice licence. Depending on if you want to be a product modeller (body and parts, chassis) or prototype designer, maintenance, manufacturing (assembly) or automotive systems design / analyst (mechanics, electrical, environmental, ergonomic, safety and reliability) aspects.
Industrial Engineering / Design
Automotive Engineering
Automobile Engineering
Design Engineering
Manufacturing Design
Engineering Design
Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Manufacturing & Computer Aided Engineering
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