Are There Part-Time Opportunities in Mechanical Engineering and Research?

[ArcherVillage]

Hi again (this is my second post in a very short period),

I don't quite know if I like working full-time as an engineer/researcher, and was curious about what my options are for part-time work as a researcher/mechanical engineer. I'm guessing that, for research, there probably isn't anything, but hope springs eternal.

Thank you for your time and thought.

 

[yujean]

Mechanical engineering deals a lot with structures and/or heat-related things. It's not simply something you can pick up easily...

With regards to reserach, there are always new breakthroughs with regards to stresses/strains of materials---one of my professors in college studied how rabbit livers would change while undergoing vast temperature changes---this was to study the effects of freezing on living tissue. Freezing is also a method of destroying cancerous tumors & so forth.

You must research what you love, or love what you research... If not, you'll be bored. Period.

Hi again (this is my second post in a very short period),

I don't quite know if I like working full-time as an engineer/researcher, and was curious about what my options are for part-time work as a researcher/mechanical engineer. I'm guessing that, for research, there probably isn't anything, but hope springs eternal.

Thank you for your time and thought.

 

[ravenprp]

Hello! It's great that you are considering different options for your career as a researcher/mechanical engineer. While it may be true that there may not be many part-time opportunities in research, there are still some potential options for you to explore.

You could consider freelancing or consulting work in your field, which would allow you to have more control over your schedule and workload. You could also look into part-time positions at universities or research institutions, as they may have openings for research assistants or technicians. Additionally, you could consider networking with professionals in your field to see if they know of any part-time opportunities or if they would be open to hiring you on a part-time basis.

It's important to keep in mind that part-time work may not always offer the same benefits and stability as a full-time position, but it can still be a valuable experience and can provide flexibility in your schedule. I wish you all the best in your search for part-time opportunities in research and mechanical engineering.