Day in The Life of a Mechanical Engineer (Automotive) | Quarantine Edition
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- Опубліковано 15 вер 2024
- I was quarantined at home for a week and I decided to film a typical work day. You'll see what I typically do on a day I'm working behind the desk, but know that I'm on the floor about 65% of the time, and behind my desk the other 35%. Regardless, you'll get an insight on what some engineers get to do at work.
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Thank you for watching!
Fellow automotive engineer here! Love the 3Dx Spacemouse! I try to get my coworkers on the bandwagon all the time 😂
That's my work 3D mouse, I need to get my own haha. But man, those things really make 3D modeling easier!
@@phillipmoua9805 can you recommend any website that I can self learn about automotive engineering so I can prepared when I actually take the class
@@nastydre4433 I do not know right off the top of my head, but if you wanted to...you can look up a plan of study program of an automotive engineering school you are interested, and search those individual classes online.
I'm sure you can find the classes online for free! This is a great way to advance your engineering knowledge, even if you aren't paying for it yet.
Great video! 🙌🏻 There is no feeling like designing something in CAD and then holding the product in your hands 👌🏻
You know it, brother! And the designing process doesn't stop. I like improving upon the my work because it can always be better.
@@phillipmoua9805 That is true! It is also nice to see how you managed to improve over time. I always like to look back at my report writing of 5 years back. I was horrible back then, but luckily I improved 😂
@@phillipmoua9805 dear bro can i contact you, I m mechanical engineer from India
Thank you so much, this was so helpful and now I know that I want to do automotive engineering.
😊my house is jashore ban-ladesh.
Hey thanks man for this video! I just finished high-school months ago and I got offer letter from government to join mechanical engineering for automotive. I'll probably take it now. Thanks for the insights!
Congratulations! Good luck with the job 👌🏻
@@AdriaanVanNiekerk its for education actually, for diploma. But thanks! :D
@@JesseltonGaming 👌🏻
Jess,
That's awesome to hear! I hope it goes well for you. Hopefully you can share your experience later down the road regarding your automotive experience!
Damn bro, we want to see your morning routine 😂. Nice video. I'm a MechE major who went into Software Engineering so I was wondering what I'm missing out on
WulnTheWild,
I didn't want to bore people with that haha, maybe a future video though...it just depends.
Software engineering is the future man. No doubt, we'll need more EEs and SEs later down the road! I'm learning more EE and software related systems in my free time, and it's very interesting!
And you could always get into the automotive industry with a Software Engineering degree...if you wanted to of course.
Wow! I just watched your last video about UNCC and now I see you at work. That is so so awesome!
Glad I could share my experience with you!
I'm a mechanical engineer from Asheville. I went to UNCC, small world.
@@madisontipton3154 Awesome to hear from another alumni. Hope everything is well on your end!
Impressive Description Love And Support From India 🇮🇳❤️
Angad, thank you for the support! It really means a lot to me!
Great Video!! A very high quality, informative, and modern take on an mech engineering job.
Thank you so much ami arafat(jashore) bangladesh.
That looks like PartsProx. Assuming you work for DTNA. Tell the electrical engineers to get their wiring diagrams straight. EZWiring should have been redesigned years ago. 2022 trucks come in with electrical issues and unfortunately we waste time trying to finding the correct diagram which ends up not being there.
Good information
Thank you, Nandish!
Hey thanks for the video! Just out of curiosity, how often do you apply Calculus to your work?
Nice video but one question: how creative do you consider your job as a mechanical engineer in the automotive field?
Hey Pure_Ligma,
Because I'm in the trucking industry, most of my designs are simple bracketry components that can be easily manufactured. Sometimes I'm creative in regards to packaging a system in a neat way, and sometimes I'm truly creative in designing parts aesthetically.
I think more in the car industry, creativity is more expressed...but I'd say I use about 35% of a true artsy creative background.
I took art in school, and was in band so I'm lucky I have an artistic side...but being artistic isn't necessary in the automotive industry...just in a few sectors of the automotive industry (example, body panels, interior panes, anything the customer can visibly see). It's definitely a plus if you do have an artistic side though!
Great question by the way!
@@phillipmoua9805 Thank you. Good to hear visual creativity can still be expressed to a certain extent as a mechanical engineer in automotive. 35% seems great. Have a good one
Impressive video, helped with my decision. Liked and subbed Stay up!
I'm glad I could help you on your journey! I'll have more content out here shortly!
Hey u did a very good Video.
Keep Doing bruh
Thank you for the kind words! I'll keep pushing myself to make better content!
Guide Us as automotive Engineer what skills we need?
CAD (Creo,Pro E,Autocad,Solid Works) what software u mostly
I m a fresh mechanical engineer graduate and I want to do masters in abroad (Canada is perfect?) to get into automotive industry
As a fresh ME graduate, you should have most of the skills you need. Depending on the automotive company you want to work for, your CAD platform will vary. For example, Honda uses Catia V5, Freightliner uses a mixture of Catia V5 and SIEMENS NX.
As long as you have a good foundation of CAD, you should be good. You'll get more on the job training once you get into your desired company. But I mainly use Autodesk Inventor.
I'm not too sure about Canada's school system, but seek out ABET accredited programs and look at Canadian engineering schools that ranked high in the FSAE of BAJA competition. This will give you a better idea of what universities are "best" for automotive engineering.
Even in your Master's program, I would say you need hands on experience along side your theoretical studies. So join FSAE of BAJA and apply your theoretical knowledge on the projects!
I don't know too many engineers that continue their education, I'm not knocking higher education, but most of the "successful" engineers just have a bachelors. Get the hands on experience and that will set you apart from the rest.
Good luck! And I hope I helped!
@philip I'm a mechanical engineering student. I want to be an automotive engineer, preferably design. BSc, what do I need to do to get into the field.
From do you got your Hoodie Man? Also thumbs up for the Video. With regards, an automotive engineering student from Ingolstadt :)
Which cad software do u prefer
Nice video mate👏. Could you suggest a good univ to do my MS in mechanical or automotive considering that I have done my UG in mech ( I am an Indian btw and I am willing to do MS in any country!)
Great
Keep making video on automotive engineering.....
Second that 👍🏻
hahaha, Adriaan
I've been so busy these past two months, I haven't had time for UA-cam.
I need to get back on it. Hopefully I can share what has been going in later down the road!
Samiul,
I know I need to make more, and I have a lot of ideas for videos. These past few months, I've been busy with other things. And hopefully, I can talk about those things later down the road.
But, thank you for your support!
@@phillipmoua9805 looking forward to it 👍🏻
hey man, where do you work? like which city-state? I'm trying to have a rough idea of what it would be like to be an automobile engineer in the US. Btw at 2:50 You and I have the exact same laptop
Thanks for the info! This could be a future career path for me!
Can you make a video about the primary lessons to take before we become Automotive Engineers? I wanna study in Advance to Pass easily😅..hehehehehe😁...
Rolando,
That's a great suggestion! I'll be sure to do more research on this video topic!
But if you wanted, I made a video going over EVERY class needed for Mechanical Engineering for my university. You could translate the information there for your own individual needs.
Also, I would recommended studying Mechanical Engineering and then going to the automotive industry....but it's completely up to you. I'll do a video here soon which route to take, and how to choose a good Automotive Engineering school.
Thank you for the support and suggestion!!!
which software should we use for CAD/CAM in first year mechanical engg?
Try Autodesk inventor. Students get free
Hey Shachidra,
Like Mwaniki said, Autodesk Inventor can get the job done and since it's free, it wouldn't hurt to have and play with!
I found that SolidWorks is better, but it does cost more. BUT! If your school has the software (any 3D CAD software), you can always use it for free there too! Most of the time, your school will give you a key for a yearly license for free too. So make sure you're using all of your resources!
I am arafat quashem(jashore),dhaka
.thank you so mush.
Have you made your own invention on cad?
My friend is graduating to go to college for automotive engineering. What would you suggest is the best gift that relates to automotive engineering?
Hey, Edneisha!
Sorry for the late reply, had a busy week.
But if your friend is doing a lot of CAD work, I would get a 3D Mouse. They take a while to get used to, but it makes 3D modeling that much easier!
@@phillipmoua9805 where would you recommend getting a good 3D mouse?
@@Eddyidgafx3 Amazon haha
(Wired)
www.amazon.com/3Dconnexion-3DX-700059-Spacemouse-Compact-Mouse/dp/B079V4PXYD/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=3d+mouse&qid=1620074971&sr=8-3
or the wireless one (a bit more expensive, but comes in handy)
www.amazon.com/3Dconnexion-SpaceMouse-Wireless-universal-receiver/dp/B079V367MM/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=3d+mouse&qid=1620075002&sr=8-5
No affiliate links. So I'm not making any money off of this.
Also, you can get lucky and find some used ones cheaper on Ebay, LetGo, FB MarketPlace.
But those one of those 2 options should be a great gift!
I wish I had one when I was starting out with 3D modeling haha. Never knew they existed.
How do you get job in honda
I've made a video regarding your question. Here's the link to it! ua-cam.com/video/e6nNUfyUxw8/v-deo.html
Hi friend how can I connect you?
Hey man! I’m a comp sci major and have been considering on working somewhere related in the automotive side in the future. Are there any jobs that you know of where I can maybe apply in the future? Or do you work with any computer science related people at your job? Thanks! 🙏🏻
Hey man. Did you get anything since?
Thanks for the insight! Are you Hmong by the way? If so, nyob zoo npawg.
Hey Long,
I sure am haha. Good to see you here!
Sorry for the late response, I have a few things in the works at the moment that is taking a lot of my time. Hopefully, I can share that later down the road!
Hello I'm from india a great love from india
My first question is are you from Germany and please can you give some knowledge about how can I become successful if I love mechanical engineering core jobs the best universities salary after that knowledge quality in German universities what are the perks of the job etc ...
Hi im an aspiring engineer in canada... but getting the foot in the industry is so hard.. any tips on getting the first job ... i have autocad and solidworks skills btw and some machining skills
It is defiantly harder than it looks. I think you're taking the right steps as far as your CAD and machining skills. A lot of people don't understand the manufacturability of parts, and because you have this machining knowledge, you can better understand HOW a part should be made depending on it's main criteria's. Strength, cost, speed of manufacturing, etc. Use this to your advantage in your resume and interviews.
As far as getting into the door, try to join FSAE of BAJA and get as much automotive experience as you can. Design parts, fabricate them, and test the parts. Show your work and process and bring a design portfolio with you on any interviews you have.
You've gotta keep applying to automotive companies, and once you get into the field, it's much easier to transfer within this sector. Going from Honda to Ford for example.
Also! Consider working for parts supplier! OEMs get their parts from ZF for example, or Meritor axles for trucks. Do a bit more research on WHOs providing these parts to the OEMs if you don't have any luck with larger automotive makers.
Good luck, and don't give up!
@@phillipmoua9805 thanks so much... u are truly inspiring
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hi sir can you please help me in CAD i am a student of mechanical engineering
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Its easy or not?
Muhammad,
It depends. Sometimes it's easy, other days it's difficult. Hahaha, but in general, it's good!
hi, Philip, can I have your email account?
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