Engineering as a Profession

When a person graduates from an engineering faculty, he or she is considered "innovators". Those who are engineering graduates develop new methods of analysis and solutions for open-ended, complex and unique design problems. New graduates most likely aspire to an entry-level position in conceptual design, systems engineering, product research, or development.

What is Engineering Technology (ET)?
Engineering technology is the profession in which a knowledge of mathematics and natural sciences gained by higher education, experience, and practice is devoted primarily to the implementation and extension of existing technology for the benefit of humanity. Engineering technology education focuses primarily on the applied aspects of science and engineering aimed at preparing graduates for practice in that portion of the technological spectrum closest to the produce improvement, manufacturing, and engineering operational functions.
ET programs are characterized by their focus on application and practice and by their approximately 50/50 mix of theory and laboratory experience.
Examples of engineering technology jobs include:
-Engineering Technologist
-Field Engineer
-Management Trainee
-Software Engineer
-Applications Engineer
-Senior Technical Associate
-Sales Representative
-Project Manager

references:
http://www.coe.uncc.edu/students/prospective/whatisengr.htm
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/SciRefGuides/eng-whatis.html