Mechanical engineering and its scope

Mechanical engineering is a professional programme which helps students to understand
the working mechanisms of heavy tools and machineries.  The branch applies principles of 
engineering, physics and material science for the design, analysis, manufacturing and 
maintenance of mechanical systems. The course covers technical areas like distribution of 
electricity through generators, transformers, transmission lines, lighting and wiring in 
buildings. A course in mechanical engineering makes a student gain knowledge and 
experience in the designing of electric motors, automobiles, aircrafts and other heavy 
vehicles. Mechanical engineering demands knowledge about software used in technical 
work like computer-aided design and mathematical modelling.

Mechanical engineering is a discipline of engineering that applies the principles of physics 
and materials science for analysis, design, manufacturing, and maintenance of mechanical 
systems. It is the branch of engineering that involves the production and usage of heat and 
mechanical power for the design, production, and operation of machines and tools. It is one 
of the oldest and broadest engineering disciplines.

The engineering field requires an understanding of core concepts including mechanics, 
kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science, and structural analysis. Mechanical 
engineers use these core principles along with tools like computer-aided engineering and 
product lifecycle management to design and analyze manufacturing plants, industrial 
equipment and machinery, heating and cooling systems, transport systems, aircraft, 
watercraft, robotics, medical devices and more.

Mechanical Engineering science emerged in the 19th century as a result of developments in the field of physics. The field has continually evolved to incorporate advancements in 
technology. Mechanical engineers today are pursuing developments in fields such as 
composites, mechatronics and nano technology. Mechanical Engineering overlaps with 
aerospace engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, petroleum engineering and 
chemical engineering to varying amounts. 

Like other career paths, entry into this particular branch of engineering also requires certain basic traits. First and foremost, you must have a penchant for mechanical components and machinery and how these machines work. You must be good at physics, 
chemistry and mathematics. You must also have skills such as an analytical bent of mind, 
logical reasoning and problem solving

Scope

Mechanical Engineers are required in all manufacturing facilities. The working criteria of a 
mechanical engineer changes according to the type and domain of the company they are 
working with and the area of specialization. In a broader sense it can be said that 
mechanical engineer works on design and control of a system that goes into the process of 
manufacturing the machinery and product. He tests new systems for feasibility and 
efficiency and carries out quality management and improvement process. 

There is tremendous scope for mechanical engineers in automobile engineering, cement 
industry, steel, power sector, hydraulics, manufacturing plants, drilling and mining industry, 
petroleum, aeronautical, biotechnology and many more. Nowadays they are also 
increasingly needed in the environmental and bio-medical fields. 

A beginner in Mechanical Engineering can opt for various job openings such as: 
Maintenance Engineer, safety Engineer, Quality Assurance, CNC Programmer, Jr. Engineer, Design Engineer, CAD/CAM Trainer, Production Supervisor/Engineer, R&D Trainee etc.

Top Companies Employing Mechanical Engineers

Mechanical Engineering covers aspects like design and testing among others. The job demands 
supervision and planning of live projects related to thermal power plants, nuclear stations, 
generation of electricity, etc.

• There are employment opportunities for diploma holders who have practical knowledge of working on fields like testing of machinery etc.
• The emerging fields in this area include renewable energy, automobiles, quality control, Industrial Automation, Mechanobiology. These are going to increase manpower in the work profile of mechanical engineering and would offer employment opportunities. 

In india mechanical industries are mostly situated in Haryana, Mumbai, Chennai, Pune.

Compare to other states Madhiya Pradesh And Chennai are the hub of mechanical and electrical 
engineers. Percentage criteria for job is min. 60% aggregate and preferred with additional courses such as AUTOCAD, Solidwork, CNC operation , SAS etc.  

With a degree or diploma in mechanical engineering, one can find job in various government and 

private sector companies. Some government sector companies that employ mechanical engineers are:

1.     Indian Army (AFCAT, NAVY UGC etc.)

2.     Indian Railways (Maintainance, JE, Process operator etc)

3.     Civil services (CRPF, CHSL. CGL, SSC JE etc.)

4.     NTPC

5.     CESC

6.     ISRO

7.     BHEL

8.     SAIL etc.