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Why Should Every Engineer Learn Machining?

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Engineers and machinists often work together on a single project across the manufacturing industries. An open communication and awareness about their respective work methods can do wonders. On the other hand, a breakdown in their communication can be disastrous for a project. These two groups are dependent on each other as they work together. Therefore, it can be highly beneficial for the engineers to learn some machining basics:

  • Learning about machining helps them to look at the world from both perspectives.
  • There will be a better understanding among both groups about the technical details.
  • Knowing the design details about the machine will enhance the engineer’s imagination towards its operation.
  • It will help to adopt better design principles.

From a designer’s point of view, it is essential to push their limits beyond imagination. Being an engineer and a machinist will help in knowing what can be done and how will it be done. As a result, it will increase the overall efficiency.

Growing Engineering Jobs and Salaries

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The US Department of Labor’s Bureau Labor Statistics (BLS) has recently stated that the rate of employment for engineering professionals is expected to rise up to 7% until the year 2026. Some other predictions are as follows.

  • This number is growing as fast as the average of all the occupations.
  • The agency has also predicted an approximate number of 194, 300 new jobs to open in engineering.
  • A number of industries are expected to offer these job opportunities including rebuilding infrastructure, renewable energy, oil and gas extension, robotics, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing.
  • In addition, the median annual wage for engineering occupants, in 2016 was observed as $77,900 which was more than twice as high as all the occupations in the economy.

What Are The Civil Engineering Interview Questions?

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Interviews are something which makes everyone fearful because of the uncertain events. And when we talk about civil engineering this fear increases exponentially. However, in reality, interviews are the most comfortable part of the recruitment process. You just need to focus on some preliminary questions and you are done. So, to help civil engineers with their interviews we have listed below some of the most common interview questions, have a look.

  • Most Common Civil Engineering Interview Questions
  • What is OSHA compliance?
  • What is the composition of a landfill?
  • What is reinforced concrete?
  • What are the different types of foundation?
  • What is flashing?
  • What is Critical Path Method (C.P.M)?
  • Explain what zoning permit is?
  • Mention different types of roof systems?
  • What are demising walls?
  • Explain what does 1/8 on the architect ruler denotes?
  • What are wooden shingles?
  • Explain what are the problems one might face while having a Cantilever balcony?
  • What is the ideal size of the living room ranges from small to a large scale?

These classic questions mentioned above will surely help you to nail your civil engineering interview. So, gear up your skillset and get ready for the interview. Good Luck!

Get Hired! Engineering Hiring Managers Top Secrets Revealed

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It is now easy to get noticed as a top engineering candidate. A recent survey has identified a few major evaluation techniques employed by the hiring managers to distinguish promising candidates.

First 15 Minutes

More than 54% of the managers shortlist the top candidates within the first 15 minutes of the interview.

Top 3 Hard Skills

  • 80% managers look for analytical or critical thinking.
  • 65% look for technical skills (system, computer, software).
  • 59% seek troubleshooting skills.

Top 3 Soft Skills

  • Teamwork is a very important soft skill which is preferred by almost 85% managers.
  • 79% managers shortlist the candidates who possess good listening and comprehension skills.
  • 79% managers prefer candidates who possess a sense of personal accountability.

Resume

Eight out of ten hiring managers interview the candidates based on the match of the job description with the resume. The most preferred format of a resume is the digital or electrical format.

  • 67% prefer digital resume.
  • 29% seek a traditional hard copy.
  • 2% seek for a digital portfolio.
  • 2% shortlist based on a LinkedIn profile.
  • Less than 1% prefer video resumes.

Interview Tips

  • Clearly express the personal achievements and weaknesses.
  • Boldly communicate the skills and their reason for befitting the job.
  • Remain conscious about timely appearance, politeness, grooming conditions, and graciousness.
  • Learn about the company.

Common Interview Mistakes

  • Inappropriate usage of mobiles phones during the interview
  • Arriving late for the interview
  • Lack of enthusiasm and passion for the job and carrier
  • Behaving weird, ignorant, or ungrateful.

Skill Development and Career Future in CAD Industry

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The world has experienced a huge rise in Information and Technology in the recent past years. The current scenario in the field of science and technology have showcased the power of technology and skills. Being one of the fastest growing economies in the world, India needs a more skilled workforce to compete with the world.

A Degree isn’t Enough 

When it comes to technical graduates, there is a countless number of engineers that pass out every year. But these graduates still lack the skills and expertise required by the industry. Engineering graduates undoubtedly have good grades. Still, there is huge talent gap that needs to be filled to make them immediately employable.

Graduates Needs to be Multiple Taskers 

Employers across the industries are always hunting for people that are multiple taskers. This means that graduates need to have more than one skill or even one particular mastered skill. Not only technical skills, but the industry also expects the graduates to have a personality and soft skills to work in the industry.

Need of Skill Development 

With the change in technology, the industry today needs more skilled manpower. For instance, regarding CAD, all the manual work is replaced by computers and drawing pencils are replaced by mouse. Thus, to fulfill the needs of the employers and to make a future in the industry, the youth needs some additional technical training.

Career in CAD Industry 

CAD technology is most widely used technology across industries. Civil, Electrical and Mechanical domains are hiring technical graduates that are well acquainted in CAD and its applications. It is therefore, important for the engineers to learn and master these skills. CAD is one of the lucrative fields in the market that demands highly skilled and compete engineers for the market.

India expects highly skilled man force from the upcoming generation. These expectations can only be met when the engineers are technically trained to work across the industries.