Power Engineering: A Rising Career for EE Majors

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SUMMARY

Power Engineering is emerging as a significant career path for Electrical Engineering (EE) majors, driven by advancements in energy production, smart grid technology, and the increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions. The discussion highlights the dual focus of EE, separating software and electronics from power generation and distribution. Industry professionals note that skills in Power Engineering are transferable to various sectors, including semiconductors and environmental engineering. This trend indicates a robust job market for new graduates in this field.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Power Generation and Distribution Systems
  • Familiarity with Smart Grid Technology
  • Knowledge of Electrical Engineering Principles
  • Basic Concepts of Energy Production and Sustainability
NEXT STEPS
  • Research Smart Grid Technologies and their applications
  • Explore career opportunities in the Semiconductor Industry
  • Investigate Environmental Engineering principles related to energy
  • Learn about advancements in Renewable Energy Production
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for Electrical Engineering students, recent graduates, and professionals considering a career shift into Power Engineering or related fields such as semiconductors and environmental engineering.

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I just started part time at a software company, the CEO tells me that if he were my age (a young guy) he would look into Power Engineering. I guess there are sort of 2 general halves of EE, one that has to do with software and electronics (i.e. power usage?) and the other having to do with power generation and distribution.

According to this guy (who studied EE in the 70s), Power Engineering is becoming a hot subject again because of new energy production, grid, smartgrid, tech, other stuff (I am a total newb when it comes to this). What do you guys know about power engineering, and what do you think about it? thanks for helping a future engineer pick a path...
 
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I think your CEO's advice is good. And the knowledge is transferrable to other industries.
 
Thanks,

What other industries would a power engineer be qualified to work in?
 
blaughli said:
Thanks,

What other industries would a power engineer be qualified to work in?
I have seen the same principles applied in the semiconductor and environmental industries and common components such as motors and process instrumentation.
 

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