How to Become an Automatic Transmission Engineer
An automatic transmission engineer falls under the broad career field of automotive engineering technologists. A career in automatic transmission engineering offers an exciting opportunity to work in the challenging but rewarding field of designing and developing vehicle systems. Additionally, the automotive engineering sector is a rapidly advancing sector. This offers you the opportunity for professional development and career advancement. Becoming an automatic transmission engineer entails, gaining the requisite education, obtaining continuous experience and extensive networking.
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Obtain a four-year bachelor's degree in automotive engineering from a university accredited by the Accreditation Board for Education and Technology. Undertake courses such as combustion engine theory, automotive electrical principles, applied mechanics, automatic transmissions, and engineering measurements and simulation training.
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Join local student chapters of professional organizations, such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology or the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Note that these organizations will help you in networking to find a job as they offer services, such as job referral, meeting and conference opportunities.
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Undertake the internship or work study program that is usually a constituent of the automotive engineering degree. Pursue your internship, preferably, with a vehicle manufacturing engineering firm to gain practical experience in the automotive transmission field.
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Hone your skills in areas such as general computer, organizational skills and communication skills. Familiarize yourself with software packages, such as Autocad and Inventor, used in the automotive engineering field.
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Leverage your professional network and your internship experience to gain longer job placements in the automotive transmission engineering fields. Note that in the engineering field you require hands-on experience and the ability to network with other professionals to advance in your career.
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