Types of Engineering Work

Most types of engineering work can be categorized and prioritized in the following order:

1. Product and Solution

2. Tooling and Equipment

3. Process and Setup

4. Team and Organization

Product and Solution

Does the work directly create something that a customer acquires or experiences?

Tooling and Equipment

Does the work directly provide a tool or equipment that directly impacts creation of products and solutions?

Process and Setup

Does the work enable better and more efficient work?

Team and Organization

Does the work directly impact the size, health, and effectiveness of the business group?