What is an Automotive Engineer? Exploring a Promising Career in Automotive Engineering

“Selling trucks brings fortune home,” a common saying among transport business owners, highlights the crucial role of trucks in the modern economy. And behind these powerful trucks on the road are the mechanical “wizards” – the talented automotive engineers. So, do you know what an automotive engineer is called in English and what makes this field so attractive? Let’s explore with Hanoi Trucks!

What is an Automotive Engineer in English?

An automotive engineer in English is called an “Automotive Engineer.” These are professionals trained in the design, manufacture, operation, and maintenance of road motor vehicles, including trucks.

Popular Majors in Automotive Engineering

Automotive engineering is a diverse field with many attractive majors such as:

• Automotive Mechanical Engineering: Specializing in engines, powertrains, and chassis.
• Automotive Electrical and Electronic Engineering: Focusing on electrical systems and electronic control systems in vehicles.
• Automotive Materials Engineering: Researching and developing new materials for vehicles.
• Automotive Technology: Combining mechanical and electrical-electronic knowledge for vehicle operation, maintenance, and repair.

What Does an Automotive Engineer Do?

At automotive manufacturing plants like Thaco Truong Hai on Nguyen Van Linh Street, Long Bien District, or large dealerships like Hyundai Giai Phong on Giai Phong Street, Hoang Mai District, automotive engineers hold many important positions such as:

• Design: Using specialized software to create technical drawings for vehicle parts and systems.
• Manufacturing: Participating in the production and assembly processes of automotive parts.
• Research and Development: Developing new technologies and improving vehicle performance and safety features.
• Maintenance and Repair: Troubleshooting technical problems and ensuring stable vehicle operation.

Automotive engineer working on a car assembly line

Career Opportunities for Automotive Engineers

The automotive industry is booming, especially with the emergence of electric and self-driving cars. The demand for high-quality human resources, especially automotive engineers, is enormous.

According to Mr. Nguyen Van A, Human Resources Director of Mercedes-Benz Vietnam, “The demand for automotive engineers in Vietnam will grow strongly in the next 5 years, especially in major cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.” (Source: Labor Newspaper)

Frequently Asked Questions About Automotive Engineers

Question: What qualities are required to study automotive engineering?

Answer: To become a good automotive engineer, you need to have a passion for vehicles, logical thinking ability, creativity, teamwork skills, and good English proficiency.

Question: What is the salary of an automotive engineer?

Answer: The salary of an automotive engineer is very attractive and depends on experience, position, and company. According to a survey, the average salary of an automotive engineer in Vietnam ranges from 15 to 30 million VND/month.

Question: How to become an automotive engineer?

Answer: You can study Automotive Engineering or related majors at reputable universities such as Hanoi University of Science and Technology, University of Transport and Communications,…

Truck Feng Shui & Automotive Engineers

Vietnamese people attach great importance to feng shui when buying trucks, and automotive engineers also play an important role in advising customers on choosing suitable colors and license plates. For example, people with the Metal element should choose white or gray cars; people with the Water element should choose blue or black cars…