From jet propulsion to bio-medicine, from energy technology to automobiles, and from submarines to textiles, mechanical engineers implement new products or devices. From computers to food processing, from robots to noise control, and from product safety to materials, mechanical engineers design and implement engineering systems. Some mechanical engineers work intensively with computers to generate detailed mechanical designs of new products, while others perform laboratory experiments or tests and evaluations. Some work entirely within an office or facility, while others travel to sites or customers.
Some mechanical engineers work alone, while others work with multidisciplinary teams.
Some combine their education as mechanical engineers with additional education in law, business, or medicine to establish expertise in professions related to mechanical engineering. One of the most exciting aspects of mechanical engineering is the variety of experiences available and the ease of moving from one area to another. The profession provides many options for the future with endless opportunities and challenges.