Mechanical Engineering: What Happens Behind the Scenes?

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Mechanical engineering encompasses a wide range of roles and responsibilities, often varying significantly from one job to another. Many engineers report that their tasks can include administrative duties, such as preparing reports or assisting superiors, alongside technical work. The field includes diverse applications, such as designing HVAC systems and machine tools, highlighting its broad nature. Comparisons with mechatronics reveal that while both fields involve engineering principles, they focus on different aspects of technology and design. Understanding the variety of job functions is crucial for aspiring mechanical engineers as they prepare for their careers.
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Mechanical Engineers AHOY!

Im taking mechanical engineering as my undergrad degree course. I will start to do first year this year. Well, i know everything about what's inside the brochure...

I just need some explanation about what goes on behind the scenes. From what i found out from mechanical engineers who are actually working out there in the big big world, they had to prepare espressos for their bosses before doing what they had intended to do...mechanical engineering.

My uncle who has a business qualification and is working in an engineering firm does engineering job...

What actually happens out there?
Can anyone tell me the nature of the job? (can it be compared with mechatronics?)

Thanks in advance!
 
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Mechanical engineering is a very broad field and as such, the types of jobs are also very broad. I design air conditioning systems for buildings. One of the jobs I applied for was selling machine tools (glad I didn't get that one).
 


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