Power Engineering: A Rising Career for EE Majors

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the career prospects in Power Engineering for Electrical Engineering (EE) majors, particularly in light of recent developments in energy production and distribution technologies. Participants explore the relevance of Power Engineering in various industries and its potential as a career path.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares advice from a CEO suggesting that Power Engineering is gaining importance due to advancements in energy production and smart grid technologies.
  • Another participant agrees with the CEO's perspective, indicating that knowledge in Power Engineering is transferable to other industries.
  • A participant inquires about the industries where a power engineer might find employment opportunities.
  • Another participant responds by noting that principles of Power Engineering are applicable in the semiconductor and environmental industries, as well as in common components like motors and process instrumentation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the growing relevance of Power Engineering and its applicability across different industries, though specific details about these industries remain open for further exploration.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not delve into specific educational requirements or the exact nature of job roles in Power Engineering, leaving these aspects unresolved.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals considering a career in Electrical Engineering, particularly those interested in Power Engineering and its applications in various sectors.

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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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