HOW TO GET THERE
Typical pathway
A typical path often starts with high school courses in math, physics, computer science, and communication, plus any co-op or summer work that gives hands-on exposure. Many people then complete a university engineering degree, though some employers may consider other technical education and experience depending on the role and province. Early careers often begin in an engineering or technical position, where a person builds design, project, and teamwork skills. With experience leading projects, working with clients, and supervising staff, they may move into engineering management.
THE WORK
What you may do
Legacy duties
- Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the activities and operations of an engineering department, service or firm
- Develop and implement policies, standards and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department, service, laboratory or firm
- Consult and negotiate with clients to prepare specifications, explain proposals and present engineering reports and findings
- Assign, co-ordinate and review the technical work of the department or project teams
- Recruit personnel and oversee development and maintenance of staff competence in required areas
- May participate directly in the design, development and inspection of technical projects or in the engineering work of the department.
SKILLS TO BUILD
Skills used in this Career
Business ManagementCommunication SkillsEntrepreneurship SkillsLeadership