Resume writing - advice needed for transitional engineers
Resume writing - advice needed for transitional engineers
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I have a general question about transitioning back into engineering and how I should tailor my resume.
Ten years ago I graduated with an Industrial degree but went into the business/software world afterwards. In a desire to do something different and get back into engineering, I have begun working towards a second bachelor's in ME with about 10 courses remaining.
When I post my resume on sites I quickly receive responses related to business positions although I have clearly written my resume that indicates I am seeking engineering employment.
I have a couple questions. Should I eliminate these business positions and their details from my resume and just place my title and company and time employed to indicate that I have been employed? Or is there value in showing my accomplishments in these roles? Secondly, how should I approach seeking ME positions as an degreed IE who is obtaining an ME degree?
Thanks in advance for suggestions/feedback.
Ten years ago I graduated with an Industrial degree but went into the business/software world afterwards. In a desire to do something different and get back into engineering, I have begun working towards a second bachelor's in ME with about 10 courses remaining.
When I post my resume on sites I quickly receive responses related to business positions although I have clearly written my resume that indicates I am seeking engineering employment.
I have a couple questions. Should I eliminate these business positions and their details from my resume and just place my title and company and time employed to indicate that I have been employed? Or is there value in showing my accomplishments in these roles? Secondly, how should I approach seeking ME positions as an degreed IE who is obtaining an ME degree?
Thanks in advance for suggestions/feedback.





RE: Resume writing - advice needed for transitional engineers
Tobalcane
"If you avoid failure, you also avoid success."
“Luck is where preparation meets opportunity”
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RE: Resume writing - advice needed for transitional engineers
Tobalcane
"If you avoid failure, you also avoid success."
“Luck is where preparation meets opportunity”
"People get promoted when they provide value and when they build great relationships"
RE: Resume writing - advice needed for transitional engineers
I agree with Twoballcane, you might be qualified for a manager type position in the ME industry based on your previous experience.
RE: Resume writing - advice needed for transitional engineers
RE: Resume writing - advice needed for transitional engineers
IME, 6 years of work in call centers & technical support after BSME = entry level caliper boy job on return to engineering. Useful experience, but the only interest I got was entry level.