What are the fastest growing fields in engineering?

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The discussion centers on the exploration of engineering fields for a high school senior considering their future career. While biomedical engineering is currently popular, concerns about job saturation in that area are raised. Petroleum engineering is highlighted as a lucrative option, boasting the highest average salary among undergraduate degrees, though it differs significantly from biomedical engineering. The emphasis is placed on the importance of choosing a field that aligns with personal interests and passions, as this will help sustain motivation through the challenges of a rigorous academic journey. Ultimately, finding enjoyment and purpose in one's studies is seen as a pathway to securing a good job post-graduation.
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Hi, I'm going to be a senior in high school and have begun to look into fields of engineering. I originally thought about biomedical Engineering/bioengineering, but it seems like that's what is hot right now and there will not be many jobs with so many people going into it. I was just wondering what other fields are growing right now.
 
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If you're only concerned about the job market petroleum engineers make the highest average salary of all undergraduate degrees. This field is very different than biomedical though. The key is to work on something you love, because whatever you pick it will not be an easy road. You need to make sure you can cope with doing hard work every day for four years and the best way to do that is to draw purpose and enjoyment from your studies. If you do that you can trust that a good job will follow.
 
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