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PE Report
Relections on Engineering
How do students and practicing engineers view their chosen field? A recent survey of 1,083 students and 2,278 engineers, in five regions (the United States, the United Kingdom, China, Taiwan and Israel), revealed their inspirations, motivations, and challenges.
Engineers and students were highly motivated by:
- 68% The ability to solve problems
- 65% The opportunity to create something that might change people’s lives
- 65% The opportunity to be part of bringing the future to today
- 65% Engineering is a career with an above average salary
- 64% It’s a hands-on role
- 64% Being able to use my aptitude/training for STEM
What are the sources of inspiration for day-today work for engineers and students?
- 29% Music
- 28% Exercising
- 28% Nature
Engineers and students say the following are the most exciting areas for those building engineering careers:
- 34% AI/Machine learning
- 26% Software
- 19% Renewable energy
- 18% Consumer technology products
- 16% Semiconductors
- 16% Infrastructure
Engineers and students say the biggest indicator of success in the field is:
- 35% Creating a successful product or invention
- 16% High salary
- 13% Senior management role
- 13% Working for a top tier company
- 12% Academic achievement
- 11% Winning an industry award
Top challenges in becoming an engineer, according to students and engineers
- 63% Stress of needing to achieve academic excellence
- 62% Time it takes to become an engineer
- 52% Cost of education
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