I m 50 now. I have 10yrs exp. In civil engineering site supervision. Last 1 yr i m job less. Plz tell me what to do. I have my diploma in civil engineering from odisha. Now i m in pune.

Ans: I would rate your diverse and rich experience most valuable only a few possess. This is your best chance to apply your experiences in jobs demanding innovative thinking as well as creative problem solving skills. You can easily pick up job and bounce back again.

Ans: I understand that you’re looking for ways to stay active and engaged in your retirement. Here are some options you might consider:

High School Teacher: You can help students develop a love for engineering and innovative thinking by working as a high school teacher.
Product Tester: You can help companies by using new products, inspecting them, and giving critiques on their quality.
Technical Writer: You can write instruction manuals and other technical documents to help consumers and professionals navigate machinery, equipment, or appliances.
Environmental Compliance Specialist: You can work for government agencies to uphold environmental laws and regulations.
Engineering Coordinator: You can coordinate and oversee the engineering projects within a company.
Land Surveyor: You can determine property boundaries and provide data relevant to the shape, contour, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features.
City Planner: You can help develop plans and programs for land use in urban areas.
Industrial Mechanic: You can maintain and repair factory equipment and other industrial machinery.
Start Railroad Modeling: This is one of the preferred hobbies for civil engineers.
You can also consider volunteering your time and expertise. There are many organizations that could benefit from your experience as a civil engineer.

Remember, it’s important to consider what you enjoy doing and what kind of work environment you thrive in. Good luck with your exploration!

Ans: I am sure there are opportunities in design in your construction firm as well, discuss with your manager/superiors to see if you can move into a design role. In case it does not work out, try looking for opportunities outside and you will find good options

Ans: I fully empathize with your situation. Do focus on the positive of having completed BTech in Civil Engineering. Civil Engineering is the foundational engineering discipline and lends itself to use of new tools and technologies through use of of software to build structures using design elements that use newer materials to build infrastructure, homes, industrial townships that further sustainability. Use your current Tech Asstt job to learn about Oceanography as an added skills. Look at acquiring project management skills and explore opportunities with optimism and passion.