I’ve been working for seven or eight years now, and I’m confused.
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I have been working in instrument design at small design firms for seven or eight years; I have worked on too many projects, and don’t have any notable achievements to show. I also feel that the employment prospects for those working in instrument design are quite limited. I’m 30 years old and want to switch to working in the field of control systems, as it offers a wide range of job opportunities and may make it easier to find work in the future, especially back in my hometown (where there are hardly any jobs in instrument design). Could you advise me? Is this a viable idea? If anyone familiar with control systems is aware of it, please share their insights on the prospects
No matter where one goes or what they do, I’ve never seen anyone die of hunger. The main issue is whether you are happy with your work and whether the compensation you receive matches what you expected.
It mainly depends on the future prospects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I’ll keep speaking until it shocks people! Have fun doing what you do, and earn enough to live
Can’t die; better stay alive. ;P Time to leave work~
Hello, it sounds exciting, but it doesn’t solve the problem
Yes, I want to return to my hometown, but there are no good opportunities in instrumentation design there. I’d like to know if it’s possible to start working in the field of control systems at the age of 30, and what the prospects are
The fundamental element for solving problems lies within you, not in others. Going home, how are your family relationships and social circle? There are some things that someone else has already taken care of for you. It’s not necessary to work in the same industry or profession for a lifetime.
These days, the market is generally sluggish; one must be cautious when changing jobs, and it takes courage and determination to switch careers. The field of control systems is quite broad, and solid fundamental skills are required for transition; otherwise, it will be a very lengthy and difficult process. If the current job isn’t to the point where leaving is necessary, it’s better to keep working while learning*. No matter which field it is, if you are proficient in it, there’s a place for you there. Good luck!
1. First of all, congratulations – you’ve been working for such a long time and still have great ambition. Confusion is something that almost everyone encounters; it’s like a crossroads in life. The key lies in how you deal with it – whether to go on as before or to make an effort. Your future is in your own hands. 2. I’m not familiar with instrumentation and control, but I think it’s similar to other specialties. In my opinion, it’s necessary to see whether the instrumentation field can be further strengthened. For example, compared with the designs of major domestic and foreign design institutes, what areas still need improvement in your designs? If most of the work involves repetition, then it’s not very meaningful. Actually, the major is secondary; what matters is the person. 3. Actually, when it comes to employment and such, I think the major factor is one’s major, but it’s still mainly the person themselves. Why do some top foreign companies, which offer great job opportunities, recruit for certain specialized fields only from no more than 5 universities like Tsinghua? I still think what they really value is the individual. It’s not easy to find a job in the field of computer science these days, right? Why isn’t this an issue at Tsinghua University? It’s mainly because their people are extremely talented. These are some insights I’ve gained from over a decade of work. I was also lost once, but now I have found my direction; it depends on my own efforts. Keep it up, buddy. Good luck! ! !
Learn while progressing; once enough experience has been accumulated, the transition happens naturally. Generally, instrument control and related aspects are inseparable