As we have seen in previous posts, engineering design is an interesting, rewarding professional path. But what are the requirements to become a design engineer? Here’s what you need to know if you are considering a career in engineering design.
Education and Skills
In order to become a design engineer, you need a bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields:
- Design engineering
- Mechanical engineering
- Civil engineering
- Electrical engineering
People who choose to pursue these degrees tend to have a set of core skills in common. While you may think that they’re obvious, they’re worth mentioning so you can get a clearer picture of what it takes to become a design engineer.
Some of the skills you must possess to succeed in this field include mathematical abilities, attention to detail, spatial awareness, creativity, organization, and strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
Certifications
Engineering design is an increasingly complex and demanding field where certifications go a long way toward expanding one’s employment opportunities.
Some of the certifications design engineers tend to choose more often include:
- AutoCAD certifications
- ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) certifications
- CAEM (Certified Associate in Engineering Management)
- CPEM (Certified Professional in Engineering Management)
Keep in mind that this is a non-exhaustive list and that engineering design evolves constantly, so it’s entirely possible that new certifications become standard in the near future.
Stay tuned and check our blog often to learn more about engineering design and stay up to date with relevant developments.
Learn More About Engineering Design
Engineering design is a discipline full of interesting stories and bits of information. Below are some previous posts you can read to learn more about this fascinating topic.
- What is a kaizen event?
- What is civil engineering design?
- What is the engineering design process?
- Do good design engineers make good project managers?
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