What is Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical Engineering is the broadest of all engineering disciplines, encompassing areas such as energy, fluid mechanics, dynamics, combustion, vibration, design, manufacturing processes, systems modeling and simulation, mechatronics, robotics, mechanics of material, rapid prototyping and composites.
Mechanical Engineering involves designing, development, production and use of mechanical tools to solve mechanical issues. Generally hired by manufacturing industries, these engineers have employment opportunity in both private and public sectors. Government sectors like Defence, PWD, Post and Telegraphs, and CPWD also hire these engineers. They also have equal opportunities outside India.
Mechanical Engineering – Available Courses
Career in Mechanical Engineering Branch
To hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering, the candidate needs to crack IIT JEE (previously known as AIEEE). Upon cracking this competitive entrance test, students can apply for following courses to pursue their dream career.
- B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
- B.Tech in Mechanical and Automation Engineering
- B.E.(Hons) Mechanical Engineering
- M.E. / M.Tech. Energy Engineering
- M.E. Energy System and Pollution
- M.E. / M.Tech Mechanical Engineering
- M.E. Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
- M.Tech. Energy Management
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (DIPIME/ AMIME)
- Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering
In order to be appointed by a big firm, aspirants should hold B.E. /B. Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering. A master degree holder earns good money and generally hired on relatively higher designation.
Any person with a degree in Mechanical Engineering can find various job opportunities in administrative and managerial positions in public and private firms. They can also be involved in researching or teaching.
In broader terms, the job profile of a Mechanical Engineer can be classified into Research and Development (R&D), Production, Design, Analysis and Testing, Installation and Maintenance.
Mechanical Engineering – Job Opportunities
Mechanical engineers are hugely demanded in both India and abroad. The growth is ample in this industry, in fact increasing, as more and more people are showing interest in this field. As per a survey report, ample growth is registered in this industry and it is said that by 2015 Mechanical Engineering will be the highest paid career option.
Mechanical Engineers can work in thermal power industry, gas turbines industry, air conditioning and refrigeration industry, oil and gas exploration and refining industries, agricultural sector, educational sector, aviation companies, shipping industries, aerospace industry, armed forces, pharmaceutical, automobile industry and many others.
Students can also go for a teaching career after mechanical engineering. This will include teaching subjects in mechanical engineering in top engineering colleges of India. The pay package is good for professors of this branch of engineering.
Big firms like Siemens, Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd, Bharat Electronics Limited, Chennai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. and many others hire these engineers.
Mechanical Engineering – Job Description:
A Mechanical Engineer is generally expected to fulfill the following duties.
- Designing and implementing economical equipment modifications to improve safety and reliability.
- Creating project specifications with team mates.
- Developing, designing, testing etc.
- Project management
- Monitoring and commissioning plant and systems.
