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If you’re a mechanical engineer or thinking about becoming one, you’ll be excited to hear the field as a whole has gotten a raise. The median annual mechanical engineering salary 2018, has yet to be revealed, but it rose to $85,880 in May 2017 — up from $84,190 in May 2016 — according to the… Read more »

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When you sign on to work for an employer, it’s their duty to provide you with proper training and a safe work environment. Whether you’re a full-time staffer or a temporary worker, the company has an obligation to put your health and safety first. Unfortunately, all employers do not honor this commitment. If you were… Read more »

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Networking is a great way to find new engineering jobs in Chicago, but it can be very time-consuming. If you don’t have a ton of time to network, you might be feeling discouraged, because you’re afraid you’ll never be able to find your dream job. Thankfully, this isn’t the case. You can absolutely still land… Read more »

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You’re a talented person with a true passion for your work. Right now, you feel like you have a lot of untapped potential, so you’re ready to do something about that. The secret to bottling passion into innovation is wanting something badly enough to keep on trying until you succeed. Whether you’re busy attending job… Read more »

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Chances are, you have a LinkedIn account, but you might not be getting the most from it. Whether you’re looking for City of Chicago jobs or simply want to become more actively involved in your industry, this platform has a lot to offer. When you let your strong personal brand shine on LinkedIn, people notice…. Read more »

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Civil engineers have a very big job, and they’re paid handsomely for their work. The median annual salary for civil engineers in the U.S. is $83,540, as of May 2016, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is 2.25 percent higher than the national average salary of $37,040. Those holding Chicago civil engineering jobs… Read more »

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It’s hard to believe 2017 is almost over, but what a year it’s been! Now that the new year is upon us, it’s time to start thinking about what’s in store for you in the next 12 months. If you’re thinking about searching for new Chicago engineering jobs, now is a great time to start… Read more »

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When you’re bored at work, time seems to stand still. Staring at the clock won’t make quitting time come any faster, so you need to find productive ways to stay energized and keep your mind occupied. Follow these ideas from Premium Staffing, Inc. — one of the top engineering recruiters in Chicago — to take… Read more »

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Worksites are filled with hazards, and many are a direct risk to the feet. In fact, thousands of workers sustain foot injuries each year that range in severity from leaving them temporarily unable to work — at best — to permanently disabling them. In 2015 alone, 53,530 private, state and local government workers sustained a… Read more »

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Described as one of the most comprehensive engineering fields, mechanical engineers design and oversee the manufacturing process of everything from batteries to medical equipment. In this type of role, you’ll be researching, designing, building, developing and testing mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, but more on that later. Whether you’re already a mechanical engineer or… Read more »