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re: You're a soph in college/somebody offers u $110k/yr
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:39 pm to tom
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:39 pm to tom
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You should make close to that as an engineer and not have to work 5/12s.
Depends on the industry you're in and as an entry level guy, you will expected to put in extra time if you want to advance quickly. Entry level will not be 100K, likely a bit less than 6 figures depending on the specific degree and the industry/area.
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Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:40 pm to OweO
If this hasnt been mentioned yet, what kind of engineer is the op looking to become?
The only plus side I see to becoming an operator is to quickly save up money to go back to school, but every day you wait decreases the probability you go back and finish your degree.
Paying for school in cash is a nice feeling, however that requires a lot of discipline from the OP.
As far as cash, most engineers I know dont make overtime, but they generally have a cushier lifestyle than most operators. Just my two cents.
The only plus side I see to becoming an operator is to quickly save up money to go back to school, but every day you wait decreases the probability you go back and finish your degree.
Paying for school in cash is a nice feeling, however that requires a lot of discipline from the OP.
As far as cash, most engineers I know dont make overtime, but they generally have a cushier lifestyle than most operators. Just my two cents.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:40 pm to lnomm34
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Well. You may not exceed $110k/year as a civil engineer quickly. But it's a great degree with loads of options.
Yeah, I know. But that's also why I picked it. It interests me the most and remember, I've been working for 20 years. a somewhat small difference in money isn't priority 1.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:41 pm to Schmelly
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Yeah, I know. But that's also why I picked it. It interests me the most
get your degree
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:42 pm to Schmelly
Who downvotes that? Paul Allen must be lurking lol
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:43 pm to Gaston
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You won't make that doing engineering.
I guess it all depends on where you work. If you working for a small private company then maybe not, but it also depends on the type of engineer, but I would say there is a better chance of him making more than $110k/yr as an engineer than him making less than $110k.
But if he is an engineer and makes $110k/yr he wouldn't have to work 5/12s to do so.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:45 pm to Schmelly
You doing online school? No work?
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:45 pm to OweO
quote:
But if he is an engineer and makes $110k/yr he wouldn't have to work 5/12s to do so.
Very true
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:47 pm to lnomm34
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You won't make that doing engineering. Plenty of engineers make that, but they're managing engineers at that point...which for me isn't why I went into it.
False. You must not be familiar with what engineers at plants make working 40 hours/week.
You are correct about what a guy can make though not 110K entry level and 40 hours a week is unlikely if you consider call outs, turnarounds, and the reality of what is usually expected of the engineers in most of the plants I've done work in.
It is a good gig , though, and once everything is smoothly operating you can go long periods working 45-50 with the occasional 40s and you do have a lot of fluff time during the day to handle any personal business by phone.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:50 pm to Schmelly
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Who downvotes that? Paul Allen must be lurking lol
I upvoted it for you...lol.. There are a few serial downvoters on the board.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:56 pm to TH03
LSU, full time. Working 10-15hrs/week. Also have some "mailbox" money that's comes in
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:56 pm to OweO
I need a new job.
Off to Indeed.
Off to Indeed.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:57 pm to Schmelly
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60hrs-only $33/hr roughly)
i'd pass... that's half of what i make, and 20 more hours a week... frick that
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:58 pm to chRxis
quote:. Congrats? Douche
i'd pass... that's half of what i make, and 20 more hours a week... frick that
Posted on 8/13/17 at 4:58 pm to Schmelly
If you truly want to be a civil engineer and you are on track to graduate, as in not having to drop Calc 2 for the 2nd time and whatever else then I'd stay civil.
Given that, why is the job 5/12's? I mean what kinda work is it? Is it just be available for my phone for 5 hours, or manage a bunch of Hs dropouts doing deliveries and Bs managing on my feet for 12 hours everyday?
I would seriously question any job that requires a long term commitment to a crappy 12 hour shift. Why not hire an admin for 40 hours a week at $30k and have someone work a cushy $80k job? I realize there's more costs than just pay, but it makes for a much better work environment.
Given that, why is the job 5/12's? I mean what kinda work is it? Is it just be available for my phone for 5 hours, or manage a bunch of Hs dropouts doing deliveries and Bs managing on my feet for 12 hours everyday?
I would seriously question any job that requires a long term commitment to a crappy 12 hour shift. Why not hire an admin for 40 hours a week at $30k and have someone work a cushy $80k job? I realize there's more costs than just pay, but it makes for a much better work environment.
Posted on 8/13/17 at 5:00 pm to baldona
quote:. This is what I'm picturing
manage a bunch of Hs dropouts doing deliveries and Bs managing on my feet for 12 hours everyday?
Posted on 8/13/17 at 5:01 pm to baldona
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not having to drop Calc 2 for the 2nd time and whatever else then I'd stay civil.
No, 1 & done in calc 2. Earned me a C+ by the skin of my teeth. Don't, take that shite over the summer, lol
Posted on 8/13/17 at 5:07 pm to chRxis
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i'd pass... that's half of what i make, and 20 more hours a week... frick that
You aren't making $220k pushing pills at Wal Mart son. Jesus Christ you're such a fricking douche
Posted on 8/13/17 at 5:15 pm to Gaston
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I need a new job.
Off to Indeed.
Are you an engineer for the state or something?
Posted on 8/13/17 at 5:15 pm to tgrbaitn08
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You aren't making $220k pushing pills at Wal Mart son. Jesus Christ you're such a fricking douche
Wasn't gonna entertain it. 3/4 of my friends are pharmacists. They all been working 15 years and they don't make close to that. Must have left the Walmarts for Govt positions though. I prolly know Mr. Chrxs
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