Graduating Engineer’s Guide

Whether starting your career as an engineer or looking for a move, it can be a daunting experience faced with a wide range of potential employers types. Navigating the Engineering Job Market provides the insights needed to choose the right path for your career. This comprehensive guide explores the pros and cons of various employer types, from large corporations to small firms, consulting companies, government roles, and academia.

Whether you are interested in high-profile projects in the private sector or the rewarding challenges of public service, this book covers it all. It delves into factors like job stability, career growth, work-life balance, and the potential for professional development in different sectors. With practical advice, case studies, and detailed comparisons, you will be well-equipped to make informed decisions.

Navigating the Engineering Job Market is an essential read for aspiring engineers looking to find the best fit for their skills and ambitions in today’s competitive job landscape.

Mike Sanders worked in engineering for 50 years and is a 21 year Navy veteran. He shares stories from working in a diverse range of companies, from defense work at high security sites to spending time in New Zealand working for their telecommunications company. He worked for banks, phone companies, insurance companies, a large church and so many very large corporations during his thirty years consulting.

Exploring Jobs in Corporations, Consulting, Government, and Nonprofit

Table of Contents

• About the Author

• Preface

• Introduction

• Government Engineering

• Federal Government

• Military Careers in Engineering

• State Government

• Local Government

• The Commercial Corporate World

• Large Corporate Environments

• Small Corporate Environments

• Construction Engineering Positions

• The consulting world

• Large Consulting Firms

• Small Consulting Firms

• Proprietary Product Companies

• Independent Consulting

• The Defense Sector

• Nonprofit research companies

• Academia

• Plan Your Journey

• Erata