Why did I ever go into EE?? Even more, why did I ever go into DSP??

fractalmstr
Tue, 17 Sep 2013 13:25:28 +0000

You shouldn’t have too much of a problem getting an entry-level or general EE position. Although some recruiters are weary about hiring people with Master’s degrees for these positions simply because they’re afraid the candidates will just bolt when they find work in their specialty area. It’s a common problem with advanced engineering degrees… once you specialize, you’re kinda ‘that guy’.

However, you should be able to explain your circumstances (with a positive spin of course) to the interviewer if you end up going for an entry-level or general EE position. That should help to ease their turnover anxiety. Plus you could probably use the entry-level job as a segue in to your specialty area if the company has an opening later on.