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Invited Talk on “Career Opportunities for Engineering Graduates” | 10 November 2025

The Department of Mechanical Engineering and the Department of Civil Engineering, in association with the ISTE Student Chapter and the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), organised an invited talk on “Career Opportunities for Engineering Graduates” on 10 November 2025. The session was delivered by Dr. Manjunatha S, Assistant Professor (Selection Grade), Department of Mechanical Engineering, SMVITM, Bantakal, at C104, Mechanical Engineering Block. The speaker briefed students on the wide range of career opportunities available for engineering graduates, with a detailed focus on both mechanical and civil engineering streams. Students actively interacted with the resource person, and queries related to competitive exams, resumes, internships, core vs. IT roles, and future technology trends were addressed. The session encouraged students to build strong fundamentals and enhance their readiness through projects, internships, and participation in technical competitions.

Key Highlights

Mechanical Engineering Career Opportunities: Core industries such as manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, energy systems, HVAC, and machine design; emerging areas including robotics, automation, Industry 4.0, renewable energy, electric vehicles, 3D printing, and smart manufacturing; opportunities in government and public sector organisations such as ISRO, DRDO, BHEL, ONGC, Indian Railways, and PSUs; higher studies options including M.Tech/MS, MBA, and interdisciplinary programmes; and skill development in CAD/CAM/CAE tools, programming basics, project management, and internship exposure.

Civil Engineering Career Opportunities: Scope in construction and infrastructure such as structural design, transportation engineering, water resources, and geotechnical engineering; government and public sector opportunities through departments and agencies like PWD, NHAI, CPWD, Smart City projects, and PSUs via GATE; emerging domains such as sustainable construction, green buildings, GIS and remote sensing, disaster mitigation, and smart infrastructure; entrepreneurship opportunities including contracting, surveying services, material testing labs, and consultancy; and skill development in tools such as AutoCAD, STAAD.Pro, Revit, surveying equipment, and project planning software.