What immediately comes to mind when you hear the word “imagination”? Do you think of daydreams, made-up stories or fictional lands in far-off places? Do you think of artists, poets and writers? What about medical breakthroughs, technological advancements or architecture? Engineers are often some of the most creative and innovative individuals. To be successful in the engineering industry, one must embrace the power of creativity while also being rational and methodical.

Pursuing Discovery

Engineers are in the endless pursuit of discovering how things work. In engineering, this is where creativity is born. Engineers often start by asking “how” or “why”. As they dive deep into the mechanics and rationality of an object or subject, engineers begin the creative process.

Solving Problems

The most valuable skill an engineer can possess is problem-solving. As society grows, engineers are faced with more technological problems than ever. Engineers know how to combine creativity and rationality to provide solutions. 

Harnessing Creativity 

Without creativity, no one would be encouraged to step out of their comfort zones. No one would have sought out answers to unsolved problems. Without creativity, there would be no skyscrapers, cars, planes… The list could go on. Luckily, intellectuals have been able to find a balance between creativity and academia to revolutionize the engineering industry.

Why the World Needs Engineers

Engineers are proactive. They see problems and solve them. In a world that is constantly changing, engineering becomes critical. Without engineers, society would fall behind. The world needs quizzical, creative and capable engineers to bring ideas from imagination to reality.

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