Engineer resume examples for 2025

Engineer resume format and sections

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   1. Add contact information to your engineer resume

   Your name should be the biggest text on the page and be at or near the top of the document. Your address doesn't need to include your street name or house number - listing your city and state works just fine. Your email address should be professional, but not your current work email address. It's not a good look to use your work email for personal projects (job-searching). Your social media can be included if you have a fully-fledged LinkedIn page or another social media page that showcases your relevant skill set.

   Engineer Resume Contact Information Example #1

   Dhruv Johnson

   d.johnson@email.com | 333-111-2222 | www.linkedin.com/in/dhruv-johnson

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   2. Add relevant education to your engineer resume

   Your resume's education section should include:

   • The name of your school
   • The date you graduated (Month, Year or Year are both appropriate)
   • The name of your degree

   If you graduated more than 15 years ago, you should consider dropping your graduation date to avoid age discrimination.

   Optional subsections for your education section include:

   • Academic awards (Dean's List, Latin honors, etc. )
   • GPA (if you're a recent graduate and your GPA was 3.5+)
   • Extra certifications
   • Academic projects (thesis, dissertation, etc. )

   Other tips to consider when writing your education section include:

   • If you're a recent graduate, you might opt to place your education section above your experience section
   • The more work experience you get, the shorter your education section should be
   • List your education in reverse chronological order, with your most recent and high-ranking degrees first
   • If you haven't graduated yet, you can include "Expected graduation date" to the entry for that school

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   Majors

   Mechanical Engineering

   19.7%

   Electrical Engineering

   19.4%

   Civil Engineering

   8.4%

   Computer Science

   7.9%

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   Engineer Resume Relevant Education Example #1

   Bachelor's Degree In Civil Engineering 2015 - 2018

   West Virginia University Morgantown, WV

   Engineer Resume Relevant Education Example #2

   Bachelor's Degree In Electrical Engineering 2008 - 2011

   University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro, NC

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   3. Next, create an engineer skills section on your resume

   Your resume's skills section should include the most important keywords from the job description, as long as you actually have those skills. If you haven't started your job search yet, you can look over resumes to get an idea of what skills are the most important.

   Here are some tips to keep in mind when writing your resume's skills section:

   • Include 6-12 skills, in bullet point form
   • List mostly hard skills; soft skills are hard to test
   • Emphasize the skills that are most important for the job

   Hard skills are generally more important to hiring managers because they relate to on-the-job knowledge and specific experience with a certain technology or process.

   Soft skills are also valuable, as they're highly transferable and make you a great person to work alongside, but they're impossible to prove on a resume.

   Example of skills to include on an engineer resume

   • Python Skills.
      

     Python is a widely-known programming language. It is an object-oriented and all-purpose, coding language that can be used for software development as well as web development.

   • Cloud Skills.
      

     Cloud is a server that is accessed over the internet. There are different programs and software that also run on these servers. These clouds can be accessed from anywhere in the world as they are not present in your computer storage, but have their online servers. Cloud consists of data centers all across the world.

   • C++ Skills.
      

     C++ is a general-purpose programming language that is used to create high-performing applications. It was invented as an extension to the C language. C++ lets the programmer have a high level of domination over memory and system resources. C++ is an object-oriented language that helps you implement real-time issues based on different data functions

   • Java Skills.
      

     Java is a widely-known programming language that was invented in 1995 and is owned by Oracle. It is a server-side language that was created to let app developers "write once, run anywhere". It is easy and simple to learn and use and is powerful, fast, and secure. This object-oriented programming language lets the code be reused that automatically lowers the development cost. Java is specially used for android apps, web and application servers, games, database connections, etc. This programming language is closely related to C++ making it easier for the users to switch between the two.

   • Troubleshoot Skills.
      

     Troubleshooting is the process of analyzing and fixing any kind of problem in a system or a machine. Troubleshooting is the detailed yet quick search in the system for the main source of an issue and solving it.

   • Linux Skills.
      

     Linux is a Unix-like operating system. Just like Windows, Mac OS, and IOS, Linux is an operating system used by millions across the globe. Android itself is powered by the Linux operating system. Linux manages all the hardware resources that are associated with your computer. The software is famous because of the protection it grants from viruses, malware, and crashes. The Linux operating system is entirely free and is an open-source software meaning it can be altered by those equipped with the knowledge to code.

   • Windows Skills.
      

     Windows is a chain of operating systems that controls a computer and is developed by Microsoft. Every version of Windows consists of GUI (graphical user interface), with a desktop that allows the user to open their files.

   Show all hard skills

   Top Skills for an Engineer

   Python, 8.2%
   Cloud, 5.8%
   C++, 5.2%
   C #, 5.2%
   Other Skills, 75.6%
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   4. List your engineer experience

   The most important part of any resume for an engineer is the experience section. Recruiters and hiring managers expect to see your experience listed in reverse chronological order, meaning that you should begin with your most recent experience and then work backwards.

   Don't just list your job duties below each job entry. Instead, make sure most of your bullet points discuss impressive achievements from your past positions. Whenever you can, use numbers to contextualize your accomplishments for the hiring manager reading your resume.

   It's okay if you can't include exact percentages or dollar figures. There's a big difference even between saying "Managed a team of engineers" and "Managed a team of 6 engineers over a 9-month project. "

   Most importantly, make sure that the experience you include is relevant to the job you're applying for. Use the job description to ensure that each bullet point on your resume is appropriate and helpful.

   What experience really stands out on Engineer resumes?

   Peter Rosado

   Associate Professor of Chemistry, Georgia College and State University

   A while ago, I was a manager in cosmetics manufacturing before I became a professor and was in charge of hiring some new personnel, so I can attest that hiring managers are looking for candidates that are well rounded. That meaning, not just content knowledgeable, but candidates that can hold a conversation, interact with customers, clients, other peers. Knowledge about the world is also a plus. Our company would do business in many countries and also national companies. Every time I would see a resume from a candidate with these qualities, I would pay close attention to it. Being able to interact with others, have leadership skills, and follow-through is a big positive. Problem-solving skills are hopefully acquired by obtaining the chemistry degree, but these other soft skills are acquired by actually being involved in situations outside of the classroom/lab. I recommend aspiring candidates to be involved in local organizations that pertain to their fields, maybe hold officer positions, interact with the public, etc. I encourage them to be involved in their field of study rather than spectating it.

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   Work History Example # 1

   Design Drafter

   Aerotek

   • Created 3D mechanical equipment models for room layout design and resource analysis.
   • Completed project creating and changing AutoCAD 2010 2D drawings of LED lights and LCD modules.
   • Utilized Medusa CAD system both 2D and 3D versions.
   • Edited and updated store layouts using unique computer program JDA.
   • Designed and Drafted Station Slabs, Electric Enclosure Cutouts and Layouts.

   Work History Example # 2

   Engineer

   Bank of America

   • Managed the time allocation process for projects and initiative as Clarity Resource Manager.
   • Identified bottlenecks by analyzing AWR report and provided SQL for tuning purpose.
   • Introduced new technologies available to development team members with the goal of improving the stability and performance of all Java-related applications.
   • Used BootStrap CSS model adaptability framework for styling the application.
   • Performed VoIP installations/upgrades and testing of Cisco routers/handsets for Bank of America locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware

   Work History Example # 3

   Industrial Engineer

   Lockheed Martin

   • Analyzed financial data to determine trends, continuously striving to improve scheduling, and earned value procedures.
   • Worked in a U. S. Government and ISO 9001 manufacturing environment Highly proficient in shop fabrication and mechanical line assembly techniques
   • Assisted IPTs in determining which systems were performing below requirements.
   • Determined required procedures to retrofit field units.
   • Supported Business Systems & Development with analysis of product applicability and performance utilizing various models and simulation.

   Work History Example # 4

   Computer Aided Design Designer

   Adecco Staffing, USA

   • Completed General Electric project, employed by ADECCO Technical Piping layout and design, piping fabrications, bill of material creation.
   • Formulated several design options for retrofitting a brake between the bevel set and planetary gearing.
   • Worked with Autodesk Vault file management software.
   • Drafted construction and mechanical drawings utilizing AutoCad 2007 and 2008..
   • Updated old Pro/E drawings into new AutoCAD format.

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   5. Highlight engineer certifications on your resume

   Specific engineer certifications can be a powerful tool to show employers you've developed the appropriate skills.

   If you have any of these certifications, make sure to put them on your engineer resume:

   1. Engineer In Training Certification (EIT)
   2. Project Management Professional (PMP)
   3. Certified Audio Engineer (CEA)
   4. Certified Chemical Engineer (CCE)
   5. Software Engineering Master Certification (SEMC)
   6. Software Engineering Management Associate Engineer
   7. CCNP Service Provider Operations (CCNP)
   8. Petroleum Engineering Certification (PEC)
   9. Structural Engineer (SE)
   10. Certified Information Systems Security Professional - Architecture (CISSP)

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   6. Finally, add an engineer resume summary or objective statement

   A resume summary statement consists of 1-3 sentences at the top of your engineer resume that quickly summarizes who you are and what you have to offer. The summary statement should include your job title, years of experience (if it's 3+), and an impressive accomplishment, if you have space for it.

   Remember to emphasize skills and experiences that feature in the job description.

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