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By Patricia Pickett, About.com Guide to Tech Careers

Mechanical Engineer Grads in High Demand

Wednesday December 24, 2008

Mechanical Engineering grads top the list of highest "in demand" majors. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a starting salary for Mechanical Engineer grads averages just over $57,000. Demand for Mechanical Engineers is expected to hold strong as baby boomers retire and senior mechanical engineers progress to managerial roles.

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December 31, 2008 at 1:44 pm
(1) nail says:

its really cool.. i love it and i wana thank you for the helps.. its highly appreciated… since im a student yet and intrested in engineering field i guess its gonna help me alot.. thank you !!!

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