What does a Mechanical Engineer do?

Some of the disciplines in mechanical engineering include:

• Nuclear engineer
• CAD technician
• Aerospace engineer
• Automotive engineer
• Control and instrumentation engineer
• Maintenance engineer

Mechanical engineering is a good career for those who have an interest in fundamental maths and physics and would enjoy the chance to create and build mechanical plans for devices that we use every day

Mechanical Engineers usually work 40 hours a week for 8 hours a day.

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) is a mechanical engineering field and relates to the heating and cooling of indoor environments, such as cars and buildings. HVAC systems are built on the principles of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.

The types of mechanical systems include:

• Fans
• Hot water tanks
• Pumps
• Air conditioning equipment
• Valves
• Boilers

Studying to become a mechanical engineer can be tough as it spans across a number of subjects.

Mechanical engineers are responsible for the design, manufacture and operation of devices and systems such as:

• Refrigerator, ventilation systems, and heat exchangers
• Automobiles and airplanes
• Lasers, precision machinery and, nanotechnologies
• Robotics and mechatronics
• Biomedical devices

While being a mechanical engineer is an enriching career, it has some challenges. It's a highly competitive field and higher educational qualifications are a must. The work can also sometimes be extremely pressurized

Some advantages of being a mechanical engineer are:

• It has a wide range of sub-disciplines
• Exciting workplaces
• Global opportunities
• Excellent pay potential

Yes, mechanical engineers work in an office with very little travel. They occasionally travel to meet customers or to do fieldwork.

Some specializations that a mechanical engineer can pursue are:

• Mechatronics
• Nanotechnology
• Robotics
• Piping and Tool design