Positives
Most positions require only a bachelor's degree.
A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is acceptable for many entry-level jobs; in some cases, on-the-job training is sufficient. Furthermore, it provides you with the opportunity to gain practical experience, which will be useful in your future studies. You can also try figuring out where you want to go in mechanical engineering by working for an oil and gas company, an automobile company, or a machine company.
You can make a lot of money, and it will only get better. Mechanical engineers are well compensated. As per the Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for mechanical engineers is more than $80,000, which is higher than the median salary for most jobs. The top earners made more than $100,000 per year, while the lowest earners made less than $50,000 per year. The longer you work in the industry, the more preferred you will be to employers, which means you will earn more money.
Career Negatives
Mechanical engineering is a nine-to-five job, but special projects may arise that necessitate additional attention.
This can be frustrating and boring if you don't enjoy what you're doing.
You may need to renew your license on a regular basis, and you may eventually want to have more formal education.
Mechanical engineering is strongly influenced by new and evolves quickly. To stay on top of the industry, you may need to re-license on a regular basis. Different places may have different requirements. Although you could get a job with just a bachelor's degree, you'll most likely need at least a master's degree to advance in this field. Later, you may discover that a doctorate is required for what you would like to do—which will cost you a lot of money and time.