DT FAQ: How to become a Digital Engineer?

How does one become a Digital Engineer?

FAQ Variant(s): How to become a Digital Design Engineer?; How to become a Digital Architect?

In order to become a professional Digital Engineer, consider the following recommendations for educational background, work experience, and certifications:

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

• Earn a Bachelor’s degree (Master's preferred) in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related technology field.
• Complete elective courses or disciplined independent study in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
• Complete elective courses or disciplined independent study in Modeling & Simulation (ModSim), both mathematical (parametric) and dynamic (behavioral) ModSim.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years hands-on engineering experience architecting, designing, and simulating Systems-of-Systems of moderate-to-high complexity (10K+ software, hardware, and mechanical components).
• 2+ years hands-on experience in one or more of the following: ModSim, 3D CAD/CAM, 3D Printing, AI, Machine Learning, VR/AR.

PROFESSIONAL TRANINING & CERTIFICATION

• Check out the Digital Engineering Training & Certification section of this web.

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