Meet Olivia, a Manufacturing Engineer at Qualcomm, a technological manufacturer headquartered in San Diego. Manufacturing Engineers focus on the design and operation of integrated systems for the production of high-quality, economically competitive products. These systems may include computer networks, robots, machine tools, and materials-handling equipment.

Meet Tyler Brinkman, a Project Engineer at Solatube International. Solatube is a world-wide leader in creating and manufacturing tubular daylighting systems for homes and businesses. If you like computers and machinery and are a good critical thinker, Tyler’s job may interest you.

Meet Kevin Stevenson, an Associate Engineer at Nordson Corporation. Kevin is responsible for machine orders and data analysis in their key accounts division. Their clients include your cell phone and computer manufacturers.  Nordson is part of the advanced manufacturing industry. If you are motivated and willing to learn, this is a great career to explore.

Meet Shannon Lopez, an Engineering Associate at Hydranautics. She must understand the company’s products so she can provide technical and sales support with a timely response to customer requests. Her position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or in a related field. Shannon’s role also requires a strong ability to provide high-level customer service through effective interpersonal skills and conflict resolution.

Meet Jesus Sahagun, a Manufacturing Process Engineer at Hydranautics. Jesus tells his career story of how he designs and develops manufacturing processes, tooling and fixtures. His position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or in a related field. Jesus’ role also requires critical thinking skills along with problem solving and creative skills.

You enjoy working with tools, equipment, and physical environments

You enjoy structure and following systems or procedures

You like figuring out how things work and analyzing situations to find solutions