need help : got a new job but non technical
need help : got a new job but non technical
(OP)
hello,
Its been a while that I struggle with my current engineer job in automotive industry (conflict with boss and abuses already discussed the issue in a previous thread).
I attended an interview recently and finally got the opportunity to join a new company, however the position is non technical (project management).
I need to change job and I am willing to take this new opportunity, temporarily say for 1 year.
the question is how hard it will be for me to get back later from project management to a technical career after this move ?
Will I be stuck there forever ?
Thanks for your help
Its been a while that I struggle with my current engineer job in automotive industry (conflict with boss and abuses already discussed the issue in a previous thread).
I attended an interview recently and finally got the opportunity to join a new company, however the position is non technical (project management).
I need to change job and I am willing to take this new opportunity, temporarily say for 1 year.
the question is how hard it will be for me to get back later from project management to a technical career after this move ?
Will I be stuck there forever ?
Thanks for your help





RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
Since you'll be making a lot more money, you may not want to come back.
It will be a hell of a ride, either way.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
It is out of question for me to leave engineering. It is vital
Is it your advice that I go for it ?
Please How much will it be difficult to get back in your experience ?
Thanks again for your valuable insight.
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
I am a bit scared.
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
All kidding aside, you'll never know unless you try. As Mike mentioned, just the perspective gained could be invaluable. In addition, bringing your technical background into project leadership should serve you well, and count toward credibility with your new teammates. A bit of advice: communication and networking.
It is better to have enough ideas for some of them to be wrong, than to be always right by having no ideas at all.
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
Your fear, indecisiveness, and hesitancy to proceed all point toward your apparent suitability to a management position.
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why ? not necessarly. I am forced to go there, as I have troubles and I am afraid that my job will be terminated.
So it is the only way out by now.
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
It's kind of a porous fence, too. You will be _influencing_ technical decisions, and hence able to influence a wider scope of events. If you find yourself _making_ technical decisions, you are not managing.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
All right.
And what about 1 year from now reapplying to technical position? Will I stand some chances in your view ?
sorry for insisting by the way.
thanks again
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
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RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
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RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
Because of the doubts that I have had with regard to the position being a non technical role, I called the hiring manager some time ago to tell him some of my doubts and asking some clarifications.
Basically the communication went very professional, and the hiring manager answered to my concerns trying to comfort me. No doubt that I appeared uncertain and even may have looked like someone who changed his mind. Anyhow the discussion went fine with a kind of mutual understanding. So I dont see this too much of an issue, the process is still ongoing for the hiring and they are proceeding with next step.
Problem is that I am afraid I have been unethical in the sense that I came with questions and doubts after I have given a clear agreement verbal. Looks like my interest (loving technical work) has been more important than my promise and the word I have given to someone. So I feel a bit guilty about it. Again that is not from the standpoint of the hiring company but simply with respect to my own values.
I consider people who do not keep their promise to be opportunists and now I feel myself not proud about my attitude.
Have you been through similar feelings or situations ?
Do you think I have been unethical ?
Thanks for sharing your valuable wisdom and experience.
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
You're in a bad job. It's not going to improve unless you leave. So go!
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
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RE: need help : got a new job but non technical
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA