What's the best way to pivot in your career without starting at the ground level?

Amira R.

September 14,2023 at 5:02AM UTC

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What's the best way to pivot in your career without starting at the ground level?

I am a chemical engineer looking for a remote job, and it is more important to me to work for a company with a good company culture than to stay within my field. Although, I am open to a new field, I want my 5 years of work experience to count for something, so I do not take a huge pay cut. Any advice?

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AnonymousSeptember 14,2023 at 12:38PM UTC
Based on what I know about Chemical Engineers, They go to a work site and work. How does a chemical engineer work remote?
AnonymousSeptember 20,2023 at 8:21PM UTC
possibly in consulting.. which usually requires much more than 5 yrs 'experience' , advanced degree(s) and certifications.
AnonymousSeptember 14,2023 at 2:08PM UTC
Consider your transferable skills - things like customer interaction, projects completed (were you a project manager?), and software/tools used. These can often apply to many different professions and some may be required skills.