Why You SHOULD NOT Study Mechanical Engineering

In this video, I discuss 5 reasons why you should not study Mechanical Engineering based on my experience working as a mechanical engineer in Boston, MA and Silicon Valley. Just a disclaimer, this video is not meant to discourage you but instead is meant to help you make an informed decision. Timestamps are provided below.
00:00 Intro
01:13 Reason 1
02:11 Reason 2
04:31 Reason 3
07:18 Reason 4
10:23 Reason 5
11:04 Conclusion

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[adriantamayo]

if im brutally honest, i hate it when the title is misleading. But I get it, the title made me press the vid

[igorgrzes]

I was in a "math and physics" class in high school and I was very good at these subjects. Whole my family, friends and teachers were pressuring me to go to a university of technology and become an engineer but I really love a medical things. So I went to mechanical-medical engineering. Now I'm on my 3rd semester (1.5 year) and eventhough to this moment I passed all my courses and I didn't have major problems with studying I realized that engineering is completely not for me. I'm just not interested at all about mechanical, engineering stuff and I don't see myself in that industry but on the other hand I love "medical part" of my major eventhough it's only about 20% of whole time. In November I was so sad and depressed about my situation that I decided to quit my college and go to emergency medicine to medical university and become a paramedic. It was really difficult to make such a decision and tell my parents about everything (they were not delighted but accepted it and try to support me) and now I'm much better. My point is that if you fell that a major you're studing or job you're doing isn't for you better quit it because our life is to short to do things you don't like

[dunes]

I am a second-year mechanical engineering undergraduate, and the reason I selected mechanical was because of the exact reasons mentioned. I love it.

[xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

I’ve just graduated and honestly the most important quality to have is grit and determination. I would say that 70% of my degree was just pushing through and not giving up, a lot of other degrees might also require it but in mech I believe we had the hardest moments of problem solving, critical thinking, team work and time management. Would recommend the degree but I suggest everyone to get involved into student design teams/internships/ personal projects. Idk about the world but in my university we only designed possibly 30% of the time in the degree it self most of my proper learning happend during doing projects and student teams

[lemonpepperb]

Coworker was going into an engineers assistant role while going to school. Climbed up the ladder slowly. Ended up turning into lead engineer for product development while having no degree. He quit school and definitely had skills the company needed. Its not impossible to get a mechanical degree while making big money. He also works on the floor and manages 8 people and myself. This company is in the business of metal fixturing tables and fixtures for welding.

[dannybae]

After three years of health sciences, I decided to drop out and pursue mechanical engineering. I've been spending the past year re-taking prerequisites and looking into different schools (in Ontario). Was afraid this video would scare the hell out of my after I threw my previous life away, but I'm so glad this video excited me even more to pursue this field. Thank you brother.

[antoups]

Second year mechanical engineering student here🙌 thumbs up for the vid!

[andresrensenhydal]

This felt to me like a opposite psychology type of thing. Do you not want a fantastic job, than mechanical engineering is definitely not for you. Thank you. You just made me lots more sure!

[Smashachu]

I've been an engineer my whole life, i suck at math. Engineers are born, growing up building stuff, taking things apart to find out how they work. As i got older i bought a 3d printer, got into arduinos and sensors built my own drone. Learned how to weld, learned how to make furniture. Last year my significant other said "Why the hell don't you become and engineer?". So i got my GED, got accepted into a bridge program and i'm on my way to becoming an engineer. I have a feeling the shittier jobs are going to be very much in front of a computer, but i wanna work for a startup so i get to actually prototype stuff, building stuff. Only this time getting paid to do it.

[peepsgacha]

my notes
-should like math or at least willing to put in effort to learn
v-creative thinking
-do you enjoy solving complex problems
-apparently not all software engineer roles require a degree (reasonable)
-starting salary of software engineer and data scientists are typically higher
v-do you enjoy working in a team

[kalebasnake]

Am I the only one getting even more motivated to graduate in Mechanical Engineering or is anyone feeling the same way?

[loganzink]

The way this information is presented is almost like a cliff hanger, waiting for the shoe to drop about something I wouldn’t like but seems very appealing

[celeste]

Quick, clear, straightforward, and no time wasted. Thank you so much!!

[d-.-axx]

Maaaan, this video is awesome. Cheers. VERY informative and your title is catchy for ALL the RIGHT reasons. <3

[erictech]

I’m an automotive Nissan master technician for 10 years been working on vehicles for total of 14 years. I’m now looking into becoming a mechanical engineer. As a technician We deal with a high problematic number of issues with newer vehicles especially with their electrical module(s) systems. I was not highly mathematical in high school but a little refresh may help me understand it more especially now that I’m an adult. I’m definitely patient lol and I like to see things get fixed and solved, feels good. I also have Ase certifications for this industry. Which are very difficult to achieve. I also learned how to read wiring diagram schematic’s over the years in this industry. I’m thinking of starting school after winter wish me luck. I don’t have any financial resources to pay for this school but I will let god handle it and guide me through it.

[disco_depression]

I don't hate math but I've always had bad grades at it 🥺 I love physics and the study of motion/mechanics I really want to drop out of pharmacy to pursue engineering but I'm scared

[xiongray]

I'm looking to expand career (CNC Operator/Programmer) into Mechanical Engineer.

Good video.

[TheLearningHub-TLH]

Mechanical engineering is for those who are curious about how things work, enjoy problem-solving, and have a strong background in math and physics.

It's ideal for people interested in designing and building machinery, who enjoy working with technology, and seek a versatile career in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. Attention to detail is also key.

[richardguardiani]

ME from CMU. Worked for 40 years designing equipment for the nuclear power plants of submarines and aircraft carriers, as well as other Government projects. Three things that were not mentioned, but may not be initially obvious. You do not have to memorize equations, but you do have to know their applicability to your problem and their limitations. Second, you are given more than an hour to solve the problem. Third, there may be more than 100 different ways to solve the problem; you need to find one (or several) that best meets the overall project objective (could be cost, weight, space envelope, manufacturability, manufacturing time, etc.).

[lemoncandy]

I thought I was interested in mechanical engineering. But I hate math and physics with a burning passion. Dilemma solved.