Everything you need to know about Environmental Engineering: Part 1

*SUMMARY**
I'm Randy Ly, a seasoned environmental engineer with 5 years of experience, and I'm here to share valuable insights. Discover misconceptions about licensing, educational requirements, job expectations, and the real impact of your work. Learn how to navigate family expectations, understand the daily desk-bound reality, and remember: that you don't need a title to make a difference.

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**ABOUT ME**
I graduated with a Bachelors in Chemistry and a Masters in Environmental Engineering. Currently, I work as a Water Resource Control Engineer for the California State Water Resources Control Board. My previous work experiences range from working as an Environmental Engineer for the US Air Force, a Cancer Researcher for a private R&D company, and a Teaching Assistant at my graduate school.

On this channel, I'll be sharing my story on what it's like being an Environmental Engineer, detailing the good and bad of the position. Some other relatable topics may include personal growth, job hunting, and other related environmental subjects.

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**KEYWORDS**
#EnvironmentalEngineering #EngineeringCareers #SustainabilityInsights #JobReality #EngineeringMyths #SustainableImpact #EnvironmentalEducation #CareerChoices #EngineeringTruths #RealitiesOfTheJob #EnvironmentalProfession #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerAdvice #SustainableLivingTips #ImpactfulEngineering #EnvironmentalChange #FamilyExpectations #JobRealities #EngineeringCommunity #EcoFriendlyLifestyle

[saketmotling]

I am a teenager who wanna pursue Environmental Engineering. I came across your channel and learnt more about it. Thank you so much for providing info on this underated but important job field.

[joi]

I’m currently a high school graduate who has no idea how does environmental engineering works and whether I’m determined enough for it since I am not really confident with my chemistry and biology although I like them, thanks a lot for this video tho.

[strange]

Hi Randy, thanks for the great insights on the career. I expected the reality that most of your days at work would be at a desk, it's largely how jobs are across all industries. Regarding the judgements from loved ones thing, I am very grateful to have a family that is supportive of what I do regardless, and I just hope that everything is ok now with your folks because it looks like you are doing perfectly fine!

I do have some other questions though. I am in my 3rd semester of community college and I am majoring in biology because I thought I wanted to be a vet for a very long time. Recently, I have had some experiences that made me kind of steer away from medicine as a whole. Biology and chemistry is what I am interested in, but I know that those fields don't really pay too well, plus you often need advanced degrees which I don't really want, for now at least. Due to that, I decided that environmental engineering may be the best path moving forward for me. I really like the environment, as well as bio and chem as I mentioned. I would also be interested in going into water resource engineering because I think that is a big facet of EnvE, correct me if im wrong.

The thing is though, I never thought I'd become an engineer, so certain aspects of it worry me because growing up I was never really playing with legos and taking toys apart and putting them together again. You know, something you'd expect someone who becomes an engineer. Now, although that may be a terrible gauge for it, it still occupies my mind.

My question is, what was your experience like going from a chemistry undergrad to an engineering graduate degree? Was it hard going from learning of the hard sciences to engineering? How creative and innovative to you have to be to be successful in the field?

Sorry for the long comment, but I am just hoping to get some insight. Great video!

[Ashifa_farvin]

Environment engineering has scope in india

[krzysztofpacholarz]

I thought this video was really great! :) Thanks

[cheekypigg]

Number 9 🤣🤣🤣🤣 lol. And there I was, thinking I would get to travel to the jungle by choosing this field. Thank you for the video. This is really insightful. I've been on the fence about pursuing a Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering for a while, and your video could not have come at a more perfect time. Gracias.

[sofiagodoy]

Thank you for this video it was great and very honest thank you ❤️

[acelove]

I've worked in I formation technology for over 9 years... and just suddenly realized that my calling is supposed to be in environmental engineering... what's your advice for shifting careers and starting especially for getting into environmental engineering?..

[ealcoa]

Thanks for the video. Wondering if you could tell us about your position now and maybe if your salary range has increased now that you have 5 years experience. Thanks so much for your helpful videos!

[Mayflower]

I studied petroleum engineering i want to study environmental engineering for my masters degree but most of the US universities give Civil and environmental engineering and I'm kinda worried it's not related to my petroleum and might be different from environmental engineering can you tell me if i apply for this field is it the same as environmental engineering please reply me ❤

[restriari]

Syukron katsiron for your precious information!! It's June 12th 2024, just saying...

[subashbose]

i am currently trying to pursue a master's in environmental engineering (I was and undergrad in civil engineering) in Canada.is the job market positive enough or is it in demand or will I get a job within a year (I know it depends on skill but is the demand good enough) i have to run in a university jst for the pgwp

[fatim-azzahrakadiri]

Hey randy, thank you for these informations it's really helpful.
About the number 4 ( Masters Degree doesn't guarantee a job) Actually i have bachelor in biology and geology and i am searching for study master degree of environment
engineering. It still a problem ? Probably i can't find a job as an environmental engineer!

[Hamadkhan-go]

Hi Randy, you have been helpful regarding Environmental Engineering. And i wanna ask that i am doing bachelor in Environmental Sciences is it possible to do master in Environmental Engineering and do job as Environmental Engineer.

[daniel_WakesurfAM]

I am an environmental engineer, with hearing disability, i want to develop myself as a professional, i love geoprocessing however i have a dream of changing to united states and i was wondering what abilities and skills i should develop in order get hired, can you help me out with some tips please?

[SamyakTamrakar-xj]

Currently a 1st year Civil Eng. and I can relate with all the things you said, even the 1% part - got it from atomic habits lol

[lxyficf]

I’m taking my AS level physics, chemistry, pure mathematics and further pure mathematics this year. Do I have to study statistics in order to be an environmental engineer?

[Stoudtski]

Hey your 10th point makes me curious. Have you adopted a plant-based lifestyle? It seems being plant-based has a HUGE impact on the environment in a positive way! No worries if you're not! No judging here :) Great vid!

[mariaaltagraciasierradeleo]

Thank for the video, Any book about ESE?

[ynotlearn]

You telling people to be the example is comical! Government policy makes whatever an individual or community does moot .