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Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical engineers design and manufacture machines, vehicles, and industrial systems. One of the broadest engineering disciplines with applications across every industry.
Core EngineeringScience Stream
What Does a Mechanical Engineer Do?
Mechanical engineers design, analyse, manufacture, and maintain mechanical systems — from car engines to power plants, from medical devices to aerospace components. They work at the intersection of physics, mathematics, and materials science. Sub-fields include thermal engineering, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, robotics, and HVAC.
Skills Required
- Strong physics and mathematics foundation
- CAD/CAM software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA)
- Thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, strength of materials
- Manufacturing processes and quality control
- Problem-solving and spatial reasoning
Salary Range in India
- Entry level: 3.5-8 LPA
- Mid level: 8-18 LPA
- Senior/Management: 18-35+ LPA