Category: Engineering Candidates
How to Discuss Why You Left Your Last Position
No matter what your current employment status may be, in every job interview you go on, you can expect to be asked the reasons you left your last position or want to leave your current position. Employers don’t ask this question in search of juicy gossip about competitors. They want to know if you left… Read more »
Six Tips for Creating an Effective Online Brand
You’ve probably spent a long time polishing your resume to illustrate your experience as a professional engineer. Your resume is important, but it is not enough to attract attention and make a strong case to hiring managers. In today’s digital-driven world, you’ve got to have a strong online presence. Hiring managers will Google you before… Read more »
3 Things Recruiters Want Job Seekers to Know
Engineering job seekers can often be unsure about how to work well with a recruiter, and there are many misconceptions floating around, especially online. A recruiter can be a strategic partner in your job search, so it’s important to know the facts. Here are three important things recruiters want job seekers to know. Recruiters Want… Read more »
The Future of Aerospace Engineering
Aerospace engineering is an exciting field. Engineers are tasked with designing aircraft, spacecraft, satellites and missiles, and they oversee testing to ensure their prototypes function properly. They work for both government and private entities, and earn an average of $107,830 nationally, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So, where is the future… Read more »
Want to Stand Out? Showcase Your Strategic Problem-Solving Skills
There are many qualities employers seek in engineering candidates, but strategic problem-solving skills are always high on hiring managers’ lists of priorities. Engineers must think and act quickly to overcome challenges and obstacles on a project, so it is important to be able to showcase your problem-solving skills on your resume and during interviews to… Read more »
Career Advice for Engineering Contractors
Many professional engineers are trading their full-time jobs in favor of the flexibility of contract work. Contracting provides freedom and work-life balance that isn’t always achievable in a permanent position. If you are new to contracting, or if you’re considering making the switch, consider this advice for a successful career. Know What You Have to… Read more »
How to Get Noticed by Top Recruiting Professionals
A recruiter can be an effective tool in your engineering job search, instantly connecting you to opportunities that align with your talents and your career goals. The right recruiter can save you time and increase the chances you’ll land your dream job. However, if you want to reap the benefits of working with a top… Read more »
Tailoring Your Experience for a Specific Opportunity
It’s no longer acceptable to have just one resume on file to send out whenever you learn of a new job opportunity. To succeed in today’s job market, you must tailor your resume and experience to specific job requirements. Hiring managers are not going to dig through your resume, drawing parallels between their needs and… Read more »
Land a Great New Job by Showing Them How You Will Contribute
Congrats! You’ve researched the company and you’re a perfect match for this position. There’s only one hurdle standing in the way between you and your dream job … the actual interview! It’s normal to experience anxiety when walking into an interview, but the more you plan and prepare ahead of time, the more comfortable and… Read more »