THE rapid advancement in technology in recent years has ushered in a new era of hi-tech vehicles, making the business environment in the Indian auto industry very conducive.

Your prospects as an automobile engineer will be favourable, as the sector is growing at a very fast clip.

Core subjects
Transmission Principles, Engine Electrical systems, Circuits and Electronics, Engine Principles, Powertrain Systems, Automotive Design and Manufacturing, Steering and Suspension, Fuel and Emission Control Systems, Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer.

Advanced programmes in automobile engineering focus on vehicle dynamics and emerging technologies.

You can also join the automobile industry if you are a mechanical/ production engineer by pursuing an MTech or Master’s in Designing.

Job profiles
Your main duty will be to design, test and develop vehicles and/ or components from the concept stage through to the production stage, providing maximum customer value at minimum cost and promoting the enterprise’s profitability.

You can also be employed in executive and managerial positions in automobile manufacturing industries in various departments such as design, planning, maintenance, Research & Development, and sales & marketing, etc.

Another possibility for you will be to work as a maintenance and service engineer in automobile workshops, aircraft industries and aviation, marine vessels, diesel power stations and with earth-moving equipment manufacturers.

Top recruiters
Maruti Suzuki, Ashok Leyland, TATA, Apollo Tyres, Bajaj, Hero Honda, Hyundai, Toyota, Honda, Caterpillar, GM, Escorts, Yamaha and JCB.