The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
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I have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years in Aerospace industry performing stress analysis. I’m ready to get out of Aerospace because job security can be unpredictable. I’m planning on taking some Structural classes through a local University, like Concrete, Foundation and Steel Design. Once I have completed these courses, I wanted to know if there’s any chance a Civil/Structural Engineering firm would hire me, since I don’t have my BS in “Civil?” Or, should I just go ahead and get a Master’s in Civil/Structural?





RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
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RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
Depending on state of the job market where you plan to start, but what about searching for job change directly from where you are educationally at present? It might be that some 'civil' company could already utilize what you have, or advice and/or support on your education for additional skills.
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
I think you should be perpared for a pay cut. Your 3+ years experience wont count for that much as it was in a different field, although any job offers should pay more than for a fresh grad.
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
I definitely know I'll be taking a pay cut and hopefully it won't be too drastic.
Thanks again.
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering
If you're going ahead with the MS degree, you might think about sticking with your current job (assuming you can) long enough to sit for the PE. Applying for a SE job will go alot easier if you already have a PE and you can show you're halfway through with a MSCE.
RE: The "Civil" side of Structural Engineering