A career in engineering can offer unimaginable opportunities for innovation, design, and exploration. Many engineers use their skills to solve a variety of problems. They may work in fields that include civil, mechanical, environmental, and computer engineering, among others.
If you have an interest in finding technical solutions for businesses, read on to learn more about the daily tasks of what the job involves. You’ll also get familiar with key skills for today’s engineers, as well as the tips on how to advance in the field.
What Types Of Engineers Are There?
There are several types of engineering careers. But when it comes to the application of pressure and temperature measurement, engineering can be divided into three main categories – aerospace, defense, and industrial engineering. From tool design to testing and calibration, the engineers at CCS strive to deliver quality products that will support our customers through their day-to-day operations.
Let’s take a closer look at engineering job descriptions related to our industry.
- Electrical Engineers focus on designing and testing products. They also perform other engineering functions associated with CCS’ pressure and temperature sensors. Some of these devices include pressure transducers, transmitters, and resistance thermal detectors (RTDs) for temperature sensing applications.
- Project Engineers manage engineering projects. They work with stakeholders at all levels to determine budgets, personnel, and project planning in an efficient timeframe. Project Engineers are also tasked with identifying project requirements, such as equipment and new or modified expansions of an existing facility.
- Mechanical Engineers fulfill a number of designing, testing, and engineering duties for CCS’ pressure and temperature measurement products. They mainly address sensors or switches with Dual-Snap® disc spring technology and other devices with moving parts.
- Test Engineers set up and carry out engineering, research, development, and environmental tests on products that follow MIL-STD-810 or RTCA/DO 160 standards.
- Quality Control Engineers use strong problem-solving skills to perform root cause analysis (RCA). According to the American Society for Quality, RCA can be defined as a collective term that describes a wide range of approaches, tools, and techniques used to uncover causes of problems. A Quality Control Engineer also performs quality tasks like:
- Non-conforming hardware disposition
- Supplied part problem resolution
- Quality system audits
- Product evaluations
- Process monitoring
- Data analysis
- Engineering Lab Technicians assist engineers in performing complex electro-mechanical tasks. Another important part of their day-to-day role is assembling and testing electro-mechanical subassemblies for prototype builds. They often use schematics (or diagrams) to complete these models.
- Designer Engineers study, review, and develop ideas for new products and the systems that are used to make them. They may change existing products or processes to increase efficiency or improve performance. To be a design engineer, you must be technically skilled in CAD software, machine design, manufacturing processes, and thermodynamics.
- Tool Design Engineers can either create new tools or make improvements to existing equipment. They are responsible for drawing up blueprints and schematics, consulting with engineers or manufacturers about specifications, and design production.
How To Advance Your Engineering Career
Although engineers are experts at solving problems, honing their skills for success isn’t always a top goal. Yes, landing a job means you have basic, entry-level knowledge. But after that, how can you excel in your role?
Here are seven tips to boost your career as an engineer.
- Earn a postgraduate degree or certificate in a field of interest.
- Network outside of your industry to uncover new opportunities.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest news and tools related to your discipline.
- Work on soft skills, such as communication, critical thinking, and teamwork.
- Find a mentor who is willing to help answer questions or share engineering experience.
- Plan your desired career path and think about what steps you need to take for success.
- Continue building your professional portfolio by keeping track of any achievements, designs, products, and results.
Top skills for engineers include:
- Statistics
- Teamwork
- Innovation
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Organization
- Active listening
- Experimentation
- Risk management
- Presentation skills
- Strategic planning
- Attention to detail
- Process management
- Resilience and self-discipline
With this list of tips and skills, you can take your engineering career to the next level. Learn more about career advancement options at CCS by visiting our career page.
Working At CCS
CCS is internationally recognized as a company that balances quality pressure and temperature sensing solutions with a high value on its employees. If you’re a visionary that wants to drive change across aerospace, industrial, and defense markets, CCS is where you can make a real impact. Contact us today to learn more.