$64,700
Starting Salary, NJIT Average
$66,433
Mid-Career Salary, National Average
Employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026.

What do Mechanical Engineering majors do?

Skill Set
Mechanical Engineers need to be creative, analytical and effective at solving problems. And because they often work with professionals from other disciplines, they must be able to work in a team-driven environment, effectively listen to others and accurately communicate their ideas. To be a successful Mechanical Engineer, you also should possess computer savvy, mechanical and time-management skills, and a sharp ability in mathematics, particularly in calculus and statistics.
Career Prospects

Where do Mechanical Engineering majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Junior Project Engineer
  • Diesel Mechanic
  • Product Development Engineer
  • Project Engineer
Top Employers
  • Cognizant Technology Solutions
  • Tata Consultancy Services
  • Valcor Engineering
  • Speech & Hearing Associates
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