Is mechanical engineering a good career path in Canada ?

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SUMMARY

Mechanical engineering offers diverse career opportunities in Canada, despite perceptions of limited technology companies. Key employers include Bombardier, which specializes in aerospace and transportation. The discussion highlights a potential lack of large tech firms in Canada compared to the US, but emphasizes that mechanical engineering remains a viable and rewarding career path. Students considering a transfer from civil to mechanical engineering should weigh their interests and the industry landscape carefully.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of mechanical engineering principles
  • Familiarity with Canadian industry landscape
  • Knowledge of career opportunities in aerospace and electronics
  • Awareness of educational pathways in engineering programs
NEXT STEPS
  • Research career opportunities in aerospace engineering at Bombardier
  • Explore the field of mechatronics and its applications in Canada
  • Investigate the electronics industry and potential employers in Canada
  • Assess the differences between engineering programs in Canada and the US
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Students considering a career in engineering, particularly those evaluating mechanical engineering as a major, and individuals interested in the Canadian job market for engineers.

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I attend Canadian university and in civil engineering program(I finished up my 2nd year).

I am thinking of transferring into mechanical engineering. However, I do not know what kind of career path I can expect in Canada with mechanical engineering. There is not any big company in Canada and Canada is not know for any techology. I heard good career path for mechanical, mechtronics or electrical is in US.

I would have went into mechanical even electrical engineering if I were in US, but I thought it was better to be in civil eng, since I live in Canada. To me there, seems to be more of contruction and development of land than development of techology in Canada.

Please let hear your opinion, and see if it is worthy transferring into mechanical eng.
BTW: I am not really enjoying or looking forward with CE at this moment.
 
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a_man said:
I am thinking of transferring into mechanical engineering. However, I do not know what kind of career path I can expect in Canada with mechanical engineering. There is not any big company in Canada and Canada is not know for any techology.QUOTE]

What about Bombardier?
 
I think I want to work in electronic devices field.
 

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