Today we answer one of the most commonly asked questions (at least on Google) about engineering design: are Design Engineers in Demand? Are Design Engineers in Demand? It’s not surprising that some of the most common questions about engineering design are about job prospects. Engineering is a field known for its many professional opportunities, and…
If you are a young hands-on person who is also math-inclined, you may be wondering if engineering design is a good career for you. Today we give you the lowdown on the pros and cons of engineering design so you can make an informed decision. Is Engineering Design a Good Career? First things first: Let’s…
Today we take a closer look at CFD, one of the most interesting tools at the disposal of design engineers. Keep reading to learn more. What Is CFD? CFD stands for Computational Fluid Dynamics. As the name implies, CFD allows design engineers to simulate the motion of fluids using a computer. Here, the term “fluid”…
Project management is extremely useful but also packed with terms whose meaning can be obscure to the uninitiated. From “Activity” to “Kanban,” here’s the first part of our list of essential terms to understand project management. Activity Project managers call “activity” any scheduled phase in the deployment of a project. Activities have well-defined beginning and…
Engineering design and project management go hand in hand, so it’s easy to assume that good design engineers make good project managers. While this may make sense, the truth is not as simple as it seems. Why Good Design Engineers May Make Good Project Managers Design engineers are equipped with many qualities we associate with…
Choosing a career can feel daunting, but learning more about the alternatives you have in mind can make things a lot easier. If you are thinking about engineering design as a possible career choice, you are in luck because today we bring you three reasons to choose a career in engineering design. You Get to…
Is engineering design art or science? This is a common—and valid—question because engineering design combines aspects of artistic and scientific thought. Come with us as we take a closer look at the differences between these disciplines. What Is Art? Let’s begin by providing a working definition of art. We can define art as a human…
Engineering design is more than hard skills. This is a demanding field, and success requires a strong balance of technical know-how and interpersonal skills. That’s why today we bring you three soft skills essential to engineering design and how to hone them. What Are Soft Skills? Before we take a look at the soft skills…
Technical drawing is a basic aspect of engineering design. Keep reading to learn more about technical drawing, from its definition and history to its evolution. What Is Technical Drawing? Technical drawing, also known as drafting, is a detailed graphic rendition of how something functions or how it is built. Technical drawings are made at a…
As we have seen in previous posts, engineering design is everywhere. But what is a design engineer, exactly? Keep reading and discover the answer. What Is a Design Engineer? In short, design engineers are professionals who design and test a test various goods and products. As hinted above, since we are surrounded by products of…