What Job Hunting in Engineering is REALLY Like?

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Job Hunting is stressful, and since I lost my engineering job 8 weeks ago, here’s how my job hunt search is going! I’ll share all the interviews I did as well as all the questions they asked me. But first, I want to let you know that I’m sharing this to show you what it’s really like to job hunt in today’s economy. There’s no magical secret…it all just takes time to find the right company!
Timestamps are as follows:
00:00 Intro
00:24 Updating the Resume
02:11 Interview 1
03:12 Interview 2
05:44 Interview 3
07:41 Interview 4
10:41 Interview 5
11:56 Interview 6
12:58 Interview 7
13:43 Interview 8
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ABOUT ME:
My name is Tamer Shaheen, and I am a recent mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Waterloo, currently working as a Mechanical Design Engineer. I like to make videos about university/college, engineering, and personal development. Thank you so much for watching!!

[@TamerShaheen]

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[@masternobody1896]

bro same i have no job and became homeless. i am sad

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[@samiulislamdurjoy9416]

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[@nuzhatmaliat9258]

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[@sidprad]

@@nuzhatmaliat9258 can someone suggest a website or any platform where I can learn designing software like nx siemens or CATIA which has very good explanations.. from basic to advanced?

[@iqtaidaulhaq4594]

people dont even share thier Resumes with thier fellow mates in engineering cause they dont want you to have that extra edge and here this guy is showing his resumes and even sharing his interview experiences. Mashallah Allah bless you!

[@TamerShaheen]

I hated when people tried to hide information like that when I was a student, so I try my best to not gatekeep and share everything to make up for it haha

[@lionedheart]

@@TamerShaheen I agree. I hate that. There are many Engineering positions available more so than there are engineers.

[@mohdhashir1520]

Same thing had happened with me my friend in-fact the best one didn’t share anything related to job/placement whether it’s resume or any opportunity etc

[@whannabi]

@@axelfury3189 father of all bombs

[@mlguy8376]

Or they are embarrassed by the massive claims they know you know are laughable 😅

[@engineeringproductdesign9366]

As a Mechanical engineer, communication is key. The ability to explain and convey the design and other technical information across the team is one of the best skills you could learn, as this will take you above the average engineers. Looks like you are very good at that. Keep going.

[@itsnotallrainbowsandunicor1505]

Very well said.

[@driftdan]

I give you credit for doing so many interviews and staying positive. It gets frustrating for me and a bit nerve wracking. Thanks for sharing your experiences as it makes mine no looks so bad 😂

[@TamerShaheen]

Haha you’re welcome

[@TheQwuilleran]

fr and these engineering interviews aren't just a long conversation, they include presentations of demonstrable processes for success.

[@KhaosAtom]

yep I'm surprised people don't get burned out and give up. It's a lot easier to do interviews for jobs below "engineer" and pay almost as much if you work overtime (such as technician roles).

[@elyselapalme7040]

I study mechanical engineering and I didn't know interviews were that long and complicated (I mean it seams overwhelming)... it makes me a bit nervous to be honest. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@Mech.E]

You are telling me after all these tests we are still being tested 💀😬

[@TamerShaheen]

Yup 🥲

[@TamerShaheen]

you got this bro!

[@lionedheart]

@@Mech.E It’s like they’re saying he probably “cheated” or has a fake “degree” in Mechanical Engineering. So lets test him after everything he went through just to see if he’s telling the truth 😅

[@timothysands5537]

So long as you really did learn and understand Engineering principles and not just memorize them, all you need is a bit of self-confidence and patience. Someone will give you a chance, just a matter of time.

[@EJ-cu6oi]

Yo, I’m starting engineering this year and I just wanna say, your tips have guided me so much dude, and thanks for that 😁

[@AlanHernandez-tk3po]

I started this year kinda nervous tbh 😅 but we got this man👍🏼

[@spacerocks9740]

@@AlanHernandez-tk3po welcome to hell

[@jonnymcgrath4816]

@@AlanHernandez-tk3po hey bro, I’m looking to start too this year. Can you give me some advices? I’m so scared of the Maths and scared that I will fill. ❤

[@AlanHernandez-tk3po]

@@jonnymcgrath4816 I’m still like this lol, this is my first semester. All I can say is try your best man, it might seem like it’s the end of the world when you bump into a problem but you gotta keep moving forward 👍🏼

[@YeaBroer]

I start Monday

[@haobouthis]

My biggest piece of advice is to make a presentation of your work to give during an interview. It helps so much and it gives a good visualization of your work and projects you've worked on.

[@TamerShaheen]

I like that, imma try it next time…but there’s not much detail I can add about my professional roles cuz of NDAs

[@alex_tanaka]

Thanks for being transparent and sharing a lot of details! I really enjoy these kind of videos as a fellow mech e in the Bay Area. Hope your job hunt went well.

[@bentleym.9636]

Thanks for making these, I’m planning on going into engineering in college next year and it is a little scary. Your videos are really helpful man

[@Tetrahedr0l]

Thanks for being so transparent. You give great tips for us engineering students going through college.

[@icecreamyolama5568]

Hey, this was a GREAT video. You have provided soo much value to us. Cant wait for part 2, pleaseee upload that at the latest

[@SaitamEel]

Said this before but saying it now again, you give amazing tips and a sense of comradery for a fellow 25 year old mechanical engineer like me. Im very glad to have found you on KZbin, and I love watching your videos :)

[@andrewcarrillo4814]

Bro much credit to you and it just speaks to the caliber of your experience that you had so many interviews in such a short time span. I find that that’s the most difficult for me is tailoring my resume well enough to even get the interview. I’m also a fresh grad so only intern experiences 😢

[@abdelrahmanmahmoud3662]

You're a great person Tamer. You've really inspired me to change my attitude and strategy towards finding a job. Wish you all the best, and I'm excited to see what you'll be working on next!

[@luismaxb]

Thank you for all the experiences and tips you share, they're extremely valuable for engineering students getting started in the industry. Before watching your videos I didn't really have any idea what to expect when looking for a job or how to approach this process really, but now I have a much better understanding of everything and feel much more comfortable and prepared for it. So please, keep up this great work you're doing, it's so important for many of us! I hope you had success in your job hunting process, you deserve it.

[@footballjunkie9699]

I really appreciate this video to see my weaknesses and needs for upcoming interviews. I’m a bit more nervous now, but at least I’ll be more prepared for these situations.

[@amirulraziq]

Genuine and comprehensive, yet concise . Thank you for sharing!

[@walterspencer7524]

Awesome you are willing to share your interviewing experience, this is advice I can definitely utilize and prepare for what type of questions the interviewer will ask.

[@cheesypizzajokes]

Love seeing you turn that job loss into new opportunities and video ideas

[@ahmadhafian5334]

Pretty interesting and informative video, I did not know they are that detailed on the interviewing front. You have pretty darn good videos and well put together, keep it up!

[@TamerShaheen]

Happy you liked it and it brought u value :)

[@josebayona7739]

Hey Tamer. I really appreciate your service by going into detail with your interview process. I hope you get your dream job. God bless.!

[@TamerShaheen]

I appreciate that

[@BergeronFPV]

Hey Tamer, Im a first year Mechanical engineer student who is studying in ontario, I also love jiu jitsu and just wanted to say congrats on the vessi sponsor. love your videos brother Im just getting out of the army now and chose this trade and your videos have helped me alot. appreciate u

[@EpicPlayer954]

the video is very valuable Tamer thank you for exposing yourself for us without experience

[@jahanzebali589]

PART 2 PLEASEEEEE! CANT WAIT !

[@allaboutthementality5988]

I am a software engineer but found this video incredibly interesting to watch and helpful for building a better resume. Thank you!

[@user-js9bj9mi7x]

هذه من أفضل القنوات التي أجد فيها نصائح للطلبة الجامعيين او للباحثين عن وظيفة في مجال الهندسة ، شكرا.🤩

[@TheQuinbusflestrin]

Hello Tamer, you are truly an inspirational person. I work as a mech engineer too in the field of Plastic part design. Your videos give me hope.

[@ourtube4266]

Hi Tamer, a while ago I watched a video where you recommended making a design portfolio and I took your advice. It’s probably the biggest advantage I have in the interview process and I think it played a big part in securing my most recent job offer. Just wanted to say thank you for the good advice.

[@nailalfan1081]

Tamer, i wanna say thanks man, cause of your guide and explaining things, now i join myself in schlumberger

[@geralferald]

Thank you so much for sharing the type of technical questions they ask! Your channel has helped me so much!

[@yayraatadja153]

this video brought too much value thanks man👍

[@jacobshraybman8720]

Wow, this is a great vid. Thank you so much

[@abdulqadirnulwalla7332]

This was great, thanks a lot for the video😍👍🏻

[@Acidreflux18]

Really appreciate your content man. I know your videos are for the most part instructive but it'd be very interesting to see a video on the social and dating side of an engineering student and graduate, especially from someone as career-driven as you are. I'm about to start my engineering undergrad and wanted to get an idea how the scenario is typically.

[@Zeek509]

Your dedication and resilience is inspiring. Dont give up! Im not an engineer but I find it actually appalling that you have to go through so many interviews. It should NOT take that much to determine if you want to hire someone.

[@viperjay1]

A lot of us in tech are feeling the pain.

[@zanthiel2009]

Thanks for the share! I'm going through so many interview its tiring. Better to have an interview than zero chance.

[@zeyad8130]

fire video man, cant wait to see part 2

[@DarkCastleBoy]

Your videos are motivational and knowledgeable ✨

[@asaadhusein5063]

May Allah increase u and grant u a job that will make you happy because of what you chose to do! May your action come as a witness if your good actions throughout ur life habibi

[@beb6c2a]

This video is a big eye opener into the hiring and interview process for the engineering sector. Thanks for the insight! May allah bless you ❤

[@chronicles6065]

This was a dope video bro!

[@golammuhaimeen2825]

great vid bud!

[@muthusubramanian7042]

Thanks for sharing the experience and I hope it will useful for every engineer to more focus. I’m waiting for the part 2 and upload it sooon. I am planning to work with apple design team in future and you’re previous videos are more helpful and giving more guidence to me. Thanks tamer

[@TamerShaheen]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kevindonjuan1996]

I appreciate this video!

[@markthani9883]

The hoops we jump through to put food on the table is on a level the world's never seen before...Good luck Tamer Shaheen.

[@francoisl7663]

Yeah that's the approach to take with the resume and bullet point/predicting those basic questions.

[@roywastaken]

bro this is amazing advice and awesome insight

[@gabep498]

Congratulations on killing most of the interviews so far, I’m working on the same concept/ idea of video right now from the perspective and abilities coming from a Senior in College trying to graduate in Mechanical Engineering in May. Excited to see what’s ahead but will make sure to mention and tag you in the video

[@Poohbify]

Job Hunting is hell. I feel this video. I've been going through the ringer for 8 months now. (For Software Engineering) We'll find something eventually.

[@derryafandi7717]

Thank you bro, you really good people, love from indonesia, i got same experience when move to work in japan

[@zsomborczoma]

Hey Tamer! Love the videos brother! Thanks for sharing these tips it will help a lot of us starting out, a lot. In the rolling ball problem, you actually have to take into account, the static friction (from the definition of rolling motion, the velocity of the contact point of the rolling object is zero, hence, the force of friction is proportional to the static coefficient of friction times the the weight of the ball). Keep up the great content! -Zsombor

[@bobho6854]

Haha I was looking to see if anyone else caught that… anyways keep up the job hunt Tamer! I’m glad to hear you’ve got some good momentum!

[@TamerShaheen]

Oh interesting and I appreciate you for adding that!

[@TheQwuilleran]

good luck on your continued search for that perfect fit (sans info part II, in case it ends in 🎉)

[@RonaldoEuSi]

ma shaa Allah brother, you are an inspiration!

[@laminbarrow]

I liked this content. You have earned a subscriber :)

[@chaseshope188]

As a recent graduate job hunting in Mechanical Engineering, I can attest that I am having similar experiences with this whole process to you.

[@Mikebigmike94]

Hair cut is fresh 👌

[@DerekvanBergen]

Great video thank you

[@viperjay1]

Good luck with your job hunt. I was laid off in August 2022 and have not gotten any interviews. I have over 15 years of experience in the IT industry (helpdesk support). I am the main person who supports the family and lives off unemployment. I am trying to keep a positive, but it really hurts not to be able to do what I do best.

[@kamaleshboopathi5629]

To this day, There are 1 in millions like you are doing content for RnD mechanical Engineers or Product Developers who, although mostly are outnumbered by the software Developers in the same Organisation but still have to keep up the skills in developing or designing flawless hardware or Product architecture with the insights on recent ground reality. ( loved all ur videos)

[@RaGeprodigy]

I have no idea about mechanical engineering but this video is amazing. I wish more software engineers would do this.

[@L23K]

Hey Tamer! Love your content bro

[@TamerShaheen]

For sure! I was gonna add in this video but it ended up being too long so had to take it out. I’ll include more answers in the next one

[@Ali-pf9vl]

Interview 2🙏❤️Respect

[@JasonGoodison]

Great video!!!

[@TamerShaheen]

Thank you!!

[@matts9728]

On my team, we need a level 2 Manufacturing/Tooling engineer at Lockheed. It's hybrid, but in Florida.

[@niraj7616]

I have a Pax 3 Vaporiser, solid product

[@ianp7383]

Thanks for being open about your beliefs with discomfort with Cannabis! I’m Catholic so I avoid it as well so I understand where you’re coming from

[@Barbale98]

I just had an interview today for Siemens and the recruiter told me that nowadays everybody has an engineering degree (I mean, every person she talk with). And suggested me that for high positions you need some extra certifications or in general, something more. The degree is just the starting point unfortunately. Then the fun - hard - begins. Come on guys, we are engineers, we can’t stop learning, never and ever

[@jorgepaucar466]

Lots of respect for sharing that you got the question wrong

[@saidibrahim5931]

Masha,allah your videos are amazing, no other chanel give this detail and information, it was very helpful for a beginner like me

[@jakesutton9822]

As an undergrad this is interesting thanks

[@merzougabderrahmanebv5260]

i am very thankful for sharing your experiences and prosses in your life , you have opened allot of view i never thought it even exist وفقك الله

[@dr.1956]

The fact the you wore a hoodie to an interview😂

[@rampantj]

Great vid, I have a 1hr interview with the hiring manager and a team of engineers for an entry level role. Don’t know what to expect but nervous man 😂😂😂

[@TamerShaheen]

They really making us work in these interviews 😭

[@coolmonkey619]

Hey bro I hope your doing ok thanks for the video

[@graypurdy8043]

I have recently graduated and have been applying for jobs myself. I have had over 80 applications submitted and around 7 interviews thus far. Its rough, but your vids have been helping me through the process. I thought engineers would have been recession proof lol

[@pepperspice3291]

hello friend, i am second year mech eng student. May i ask how you are able to land so many interviews? i’ve applied to around 150 and only gotten 3 interviews with no luck. Cheers

[@keenman0403]

200+ apps, 13 phone screenings/interviews, still no offer…fuck this shit

[@vivianledonghae4eify]

I have to be honest with you. Interviews can be very stressful sometimes. I remembered I cried after I thought I failed the interview.

[@TamerShaheen]

Ah man, at the end of the day…it’s just a job interview. Someone’s opinion of u shouldn’t dictate ur happiness

[@MuantanamoMobile]

10:30 Most times when deceptively simple questions like that are asked, it's not so much about the answer, but about more behavioural aspects. For instance he might be looking to see if you pay attention to detail, take your time to understand a problem no matter how simple or to see your decision making process. In some instances if someone is proud or arrogant they may make a fuss immediately about how easy the question is or how their time is being wasted etc.. Or it could just be that they like you and want the interview to be a cake walk.

[@Dariusissocool]

Before I started watching you I would get crickets but after using a similar template to a resume you showed before I started getting interviews and even offers.

[@TamerShaheen]

Amazing congrats bro

[@Dariusissocool]

@@TamerShaheen Thank you bro. It’s all cause of these videos. Your advice is literally the only one proven to work.

[@xalbatross1]

My bf is a mechanical engineer. It hasn’t been easy for him either. It took more than 6 months to find a new job after he was laid off

[@maschbau605]

Have you ever applied for a job in Germany at VW or Audi or BMW. I come from Ingolstadt, where Audi is based. Myself live and study here. And i know that many jobs in the field of mechanical engineering are free like drive technology/ development because I work there as a working student.

[@philipohmes9395]

Baden-Württemberg has set up a whole new program for recruiting all types of Engineer Disciplines. Then the German Government has also stepped in with recruiting efforts and making the whole process less cumbersome, at least according to Tagesschau reports. Do you have any other information about these joint industry /government initiatives? I hear that there is even a stipend plan to pay part or all of the costs for the Integration Program and learning the German Language through the B2 Certificate Process, while you are working at an Engineering position.

[@monoki8708]

ngl bro you give fire advice mashAllah

[@Souhail.]

Love your content, hope you find a job soon inchallah

[@cobanermite4562]

Indeed with hardship comes ease. For indeed, with hardship comes ease.

[@RonanTyler]

Love your new hair

[@TamerShaheen]

Haha thank you :)

[@Mikebigmike94]

Im flabbergasted a profesional engineering company genuinely asked an intro physics question that has basically nothing to do with real world engineering

[@meltossmedia]

They wanna make sure you actually graduated

[@Mikebigmike94]

@@meltossmedia tamer has graduated and got the question wrong. I think a “thought process” question would be more suited, I would like to see how the new employee would talk through solving a real engineering problem

[@TamerShaheen]

Haha ya I was shocked too 😅

[@KaesOner]

then why are engineering degrees filled with concepts that have nothing to do with most real world engineering?

[@Mikebigmike94]

@@KaesOner This is a point that i have seen discussed many times and it's one of the reasons i changed from mechanical to software. i think a lot of engineering degrees need changing to suit the real world

[@smirboulack1938]

May Allah reward you for letting that cannabis business down, great leap of faith bro, we know how hard it is to turn down a job offer !

[@seinfan9]

You interview well for being as young as you are. We need a mechanical engineer over here in Austin, TX. Still looking?

[@aderinsolaademoye2448]

I laughed so hard at 6.22😂

[@damilolaowolabi6716]

I'm really surprised you wore an hoodie for an interview. I thought most companies only wore suits

[@evanrutherfordlazyahole9079]

I don't think I'll ever be comfortable with my depth of knowledge you know where I'll be studying!🤓📖

[@SmitVoetbalGames]

Strange to see this for me as an Dutch mechanical engineer, we have a big shortage of engineers in all fields especially mechanical. If you want here you can quit your job on Monday and start working at a new job on Tuesday.

[@laughterric]

Hey Tamer thank you so much for this video it’s super helpful. I had a question about mechanical design engineering roles. I’ve been told that most of those roles usually don’t want new graduate engineers due to little experience building a product, so do you have any advice for me as a new graduate on how to land these types of roles ?

[@steveg2277]

I had 15 complicated interviews and a final call with the president of the company, all for the same job, all within 2 weeks, and STILL didn’t get the job. It’s cold out here.

[@pepperspice3291]

Hey Tamer, You’re a huge inspiration. i’m currently second year in mech eng studying in canada with some internship experience. However in the coming future and after graduation, I am seeking to pursue the same path you did and to go work in california. Any tips or words of advice on how to do this? what paperwork and documentation do need? anything is appreicated

[@CJ-fh5xq]

I applied to ~250 jobs out of college with an internship experience. Definitely a stressful process.

[@Keweiman]

nice cut G🤝

[@TamerShaheen]

thanks my g

[@anisrpps768]

Thanks Tamer for sharing this. May Allah bless you ❤

[@REALMCHALO]

Beard looking nice

[@philipohmes9395]

I would stay away from any industry operations that violate the Federal Laws, Rules and Regulations concerning Controlled Substance Act violations. Case in point was a proposal from the DEA to have someone set up another Cannabis Grow Operation for $1.5 million a year, subject to annual review and renewals for 5 years of operating the program. One of the major stipulations was that the entity never in the present or past had engaged in any work related activities that were in violation of any Federal CSA, even if authorized and licensed by a State Facility. Which also means you could never work on any government funded contracts in the future. Long story short, no one in the USA applied for getting the contract and even institutions of higher education refused, after being invited. So the University of Mississippi facility is all there is for a federal grow operation.

[@samholder1112]

Hey for a technical interview, is it alright to look down at notes you made. It’s incredibly difficult trying to remember every detail in a project