belowaverageasianguy's journey

I'm currently feeling frustrated in my role as a production engineer at a plant, making about $56k. I've started applying for new jobs because I'm eager for a change. Today, I received an interview invitation for a lab technician position at another company, which I suspect pays less—around $50k. I'm concerned about potentially losing my engineer title, but I'm drawn to the idea of trying something different. I see all jobs as temporary since I plan to go to grad school eventually, but I don't want that to show in my job search. I'm curious about what others would do in my situation.

I’ve been feeling really frustrated with my job search lately. I’m currently working, but I can’t shake the feeling that finding a new job is just as tough as it was during my senior year of college. I’m not getting any follow-ups or interviews, and it feels like I’m stuck in limbo. Sure, I’m grateful to have some income to cover my rent, but I really want to move on from my current position. It’s disheartening to hear people say it’s easier to find a job when you have one; it doesn’t feel that way for me at all.