Entry-level mechanical engineer positions are highly sought after by recent engineering grads. Mechanical engineers are responsible for developing, designing, and troubleshooting mechanical devices. Every machine you see out in the world was developed with the help of a mechanical engineer.
This position requires strong technical knowledge, so hiring managers will want a candidate with an educational background in mechanical engineering. A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering will show recruiters you have the basics mastered. If you went on to receive additional engineering certifications, highlighting those will help you stand out. In addition, it helps to have experience. Whether it be through an internship, co-op, or past role, showing you have applied the academic principles of mechanical engineering in a real setting will be effective.