What is the career outlook for engineers?
More than 1.2 million engineers work in the U.S. today, making engineering the nation’s second largest profession. According to Graduating Engineer magazine, job opportunities for new engineers should be 3.9 percent greater than last year. Starting pay averages in the low $40,000, but varies with the field of engineering study. An engineering degree also opens doors to other careers and professions, such as medicine, law, and business.
