MS in Mechanical

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<p>I am just looking for some insight and feedback. Comments would be greatly appreciate it.</p>

<p>I have an MS in Civil, Structural emphasize. Due to the economy, I could not get a job after graduation. I had started working on a second MS in Mechanical. I believe because of that, I am currently employed working for a defense contractor. My title is structural engineering, but is really more like construction engineering. I dont see myself working as a civil structural engineer in the future or for the rest of my career for that matter.</p>

<p>I realize that a lot of the structural engineering jobs posted requires bachelor or masters degree in civil (structural) or mechanical. I am 1/3 done with my MS in Mechanical, took several courses in Mechanical and Aerospace alike. I am wondering if it would be of any benefit to finish my MS in Mechanical, mainly to distinguish myself from Civil Structural and be competitive among the Mechanical world sort of speak. As I had indicated, I dont see myself working as a civil structural engineering in the future.</p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

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<p>Do you have your PE?</p>

<p>Since you’re already working on your mechanical degree, I would say finish it. You’re likely already in debt over your degrees, so finishing this degree can only help to open more doors for you.</p>

<p>Back to Civil/structural though… this is a hard field to get into without a PE. If this is the type of work that interests you, consider getting licensed.</p>

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<p>I do not have a PE, and is not necessary for where I work. Though I was interested in working for a civil/structural firm, I have already steer myself from it due to the economy and not being able to obtain a job when I graduated. Finishing the degree would not be a financial burden, my company does have tuition reimbursement. I do, however, sacrafice a bit of time as I work a bit of overtime. I guess, I am debating whether time sacrifice is worth it. I mean, does it really open more doors in the future? I have a MS in Civil/Structure, and not sure if getting another MS in Mechanical really does. Granted, if I had time this would not be a question.</p>