Mechanical Engineering: What Happens Behind the Scenes?

  • Thread starter Thread starter garagegraphyx
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Mechanical
AI Thread Summary
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.
garagegraphyx
Messages
12
Reaction score
0
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!
 
Engineering news on Phys.org
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).
 


It also include Machine design
 
Thread 'Physics of Stretch: What pressure does a band apply on a cylinder?'

Thread 'Physics of Stretch: What pressure does a band apply on a cylinder?'

Scenario 1 (figure 1) A continuous loop of elastic material is stretched around two metal bars. The top bar is attached to a load cell that reads force. The lower bar can be moved downwards to stretch the elastic material. The lower bar is moved downwards until the two bars are 1190mm apart, stretching the elastic material. The bars are 5mm thick, so the total internal loop length is 1200mm (1190mm + 5mm + 5mm). At this level of stretch, the load cell reads 45N tensile force. Key numbers...
View full post »

Thread 'Cantilever help'

I'm trying to decide what size and type of galvanized steel I need for 2 cantilever extensions. The cantilever is 5 ft. The space between the two cantilever arms is a 17 ft Gap the center 7 ft of the 17 ft Gap we'll need to Bear approximately 17,000 lb spread evenly from the front of the cantilever to the back of the cantilever over 5 ft. I will put support beams across these cantilever arms to support the load evenly
View full post »

Similar threads

Specified Torque Specs on Automotive Fasteners -- Required or just suggestions?
Replies
13
Views
4K
Personal vs. Company-Issued Laptops for Mechanical Engineers: What's the Norm?
Replies
8
Views
2K
Can a Rotary Engine Efficiently Charge Batteries in Hybrid Vehicles?
Replies
7
Views
2K
My weird geneva mechanism doesn't work. Looking for suggestions
Replies
3
Views
2K
Other Mechanical drafter moving to electrical engineering
Replies
6
Views
2K
Engineering Mechanical Engineer looking for Career Advice
Replies
2
Views
2K
What are Torque Parameters and Their Significance in Mechanical Engineering?
Replies
1
Views
4K
What Engineering Path Should I Choose for My Career?
Replies
3
Views
2K
Professional Mechanical Engineer Interview
Replies
1
Views
2K
Questions for a Mechanical Engineer from a High School Student
Replies
1
Views
3K

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top