What comes to mind when you think of an Engineer?

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First couple things that come to mind when you think of an engineer? Are they considered bores? Does a particular type like Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, etc weigh in on what you think of them. Just curious ;)

niceguystillalone · Accepted Answer

I don't think of one thing in particular, but then I am an engineer. We do come in all flavors and a lot of different types. (Computer, Architectural, Industrial, Chemical, and Bio Ag to name a few you left out when it comes to degree types. Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Design when it comes to specific job.) There's no good way to classify us into on group, but it is generally true we have a big math and science background, but that doesn't mean we all use those two skills in our jobs. A lot of engineers are logical, but not always in the same way. Computer Engineers work in computer logic but a lot of mechanical engineers aren't big fans of programming. Some engineers are very practical, but some are very adventurous.

I've been told that engineers seem to all have a similar way of thinking such that we look at things in a similar manner.

I will admit we aren't the best spellers, but again that isn't a global trait. But I always like to make the claim that an engineer came up with the idea for spell check, but definitely didn't program it.

But really, we come in a way rage of variety. Some of use are introverts, some aren't. Some are your most standard nerd/geek, and some aren't. Others are very into sports and may even play them themselves while others don't really have any interest.

So maybe the best singular statement would be along the lines of, "A group covering a wide spectrum of people who like to work to design and improve the world that we live in."

Shawzie · Accepted Answer

First thought: Their sense of humor tends to be... odd.

Second thought: I can't wait till I finish my degree and get to work in industry.

Engineers are some of the most creative people on the plant. They make things other people can't even imagine. Who is fool enough to call them boring?

Engineering is engineering. Discipline makes less of an impression than the type of project. Working on a com system for NASA vs. designing a new mold for bathroom trash cans will earn different amounts of respect.

peace-love-couture · Accepted Answer

I think: -great at math -great at physics -Nerd(It's a good thing) -Smart -Is logical -Very observant

Nerdyberd17 · Accepted Answer

Trains. lol. Yeah, I have no idea. But you asked what came to mind, and that's what came to mind. So, tadaaaa.

palek · Answer

I've had two fairly good friends through the years who were engineers. The first was a very myopic, boring kinda guy. The second was a highly intelligent, very good-looking guy, who was married to one of the hottest women on the planet. They had one kid. I hadn't seen or heard from them in many years, but when a mutual friend stopped by to visit me here in Florida a few years back, he told me that our mutual friend the engineer had BECOME A WOMAN! So I guess engineers come in all flavors.

Shaun · Answer

I generally work with mechanical engineers, occasionally electrical and civil. They all think they are better than they are. All of their plans will require field engineering to make them work.

All in all I think it's a respectable profession, I think they should have some construction experience in order to be considered top notch.

Anonymous · Answer

Nothing comes to my mind when you say engineer! I don't fcking care about them! A major doesn't make a person more intelligent and clever than everyone else! It's stereotyping that all engineers are the smartest people ever, it's not necessarily true.. many other people who aren't engineers are also as smart and important! Doctors, for example, are way more important and intelligent and useful than engineers (of course that's my opinion)... Sorry, if any of what I said offended you Mr. MachineMan, I only spoke my mind :)

BrookeLW · Answer

I think intelligent & great at math. Boring never crosses my mind

Anonymous · Answer

I think good at math. I once saw a shirt that said I'm an Enginere and engineer was spelled wrong a few times and was crossed out. Then the last line said I'm good at math. Now that's what I think of when I think of engineers.

pineappleshortcare · Answer

I know tons of engineers and they are all different.

foreverme · Answer

First thought: definitely intelligent and hard-working

Anonymous · Answer

when I hear mechanical I think: basics, civil: widespread in field, and chemical: hardworking. I know it's random, but that's me :)

Anonymous · Answer

geeks but that doesn't really mean anything. it's all about the person, not the career

Galaxie500 · Answer

I'm going to be a civil engineer, some people think I'm going to be a construction worker.

cristinaboss · Answer

My mom... only because she's a chemical engineer.

Anonymous · Answer

ASSHOLE!  I am one for 17 years, and going strong! I know what I am talking about!  Because...I am a frickin' engineer! I know!

frecklefaced · Answer

I think smart, practical, and great in school!<3

Anonymous · Answer

Engineer--> Asia--> Chinamen--> Small Dicks--> Unsatisfied Pussy

irykiryk · Answer

The person who works a train and my uncles.

ambermarie · Answer

very intellegent :)

PinkitGirl · Answer

someone who's smart!

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