Mechanical Engineer (2020 Graduate) Transitioning to Blockchain — Looking for a Realistic Roadmap to My First Job

Hrushi G

Hrushi G

@hrushigawade6
Published: Jun 9, 2026
Updated: Jun 9, 2026
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Hi everyone,

I wanted to share my situation and hopefully get some guidance from people who have already been through this journey.

I graduated with a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering in 2020. After graduation, I spent a few years preparing for government exams. Eventually, I realized that path wasn't for me and decided to move into technology.

Over the last couple of years, I've been exploring different areas. I started learning programming, then RPA, and later came across blockchain. The more I learned about it, the more interested I became.

Since then, I've studied blockchain fundamentals, Ethereum, Solidity, Go, Hyperledger Fabric, REST APIs, and MongoDB. I've also built a few small projects and recently completed a Hyperledger Fabric project as part of my learning.

The reason I'm posting is that I feel a bit stuck.

I've spent a lot of time learning, building connections on LinkedIn, and trying to understand the industry. But when I look at job openings, most seem to expect several years of experience, and sometimes I wonder if I'm focusing on the right things.

Some of the concerns that are always in the back of my mind are:

  • My non-tech background

  • The career gap after graduation

  • Limited real-world industry experience

  • Communication skills (I'm naturally introverted)

At the same time, I'm serious about making this transition work. I'm 28 years old, willing to put in the effort, and can consistently dedicate 3–4 hours every day to learning and improving.

I'd genuinely appreciate advice from people working in blockchain or software development:

  • What would you focus on if you were in my position?

  • What skills or projects should I prioritize next?

  • Are there any gaps in my current approach that I'm not seeing?

  • What would be the fastest realistic path toward becoming job-ready?

I'm not looking for shortcuts—just a clear direction and an honest assessment of where I stand.

Thank you for reading, and I appreciate any advice you can share.

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  • Angela Richard

    Angela Richard

    @Web3SkillMapper • Jun 9, 2026

    Your Mechanical Engineering degree and 2020 graduation year are not the biggest issue here. The bigger issue is that your learning currently needs a clearer hiring direction.

    You have mentioned blockchain fundamentals, Ethereum, Solidity, Go, Hyperledger Fabric, REST APIs, and MongoDB. That is a good start, but for hiring teams it may look scattered unless you connect it to one entry-level role path.

    Before learning more tools, I would first narrow your target.

    Are you trying to become a junior smart contract developer, a blockchain backend developer, a Hyperledger Fabric / enterprise blockchain implementation trainee, or a Web3 QA/testing candidate for blockchain applications?

    Because each path needs a different proof stack.

    For example, a junior smart contract developer profile needs Solidity projects, test cases, deployment notes, and basic security awareness. A blockchain backend profile needs APIs, database work, wallet/blockchain integration, and clean backend logic. A Hyperledger Fabric profile needs chaincode, network setup, business workflow explanation, and enterprise use-case clarity.

    So my first suggestion would be: choose one role direction first, then build 1–2 projects around that direction instead of trying to prove everything together.

    Which of these paths feels closest to what you actually want to do?

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    Hrushi G

    Hrushi G

    @hrushigawade6 • Jun 9, 2026

    Thanks for the feedback.

    Based on my current skills (Go, REST APIs, MongoDB, Solidity, and basic Hyperledger Fabric), which path do you think would give me the best chance of landing an entry-level role in the current market?

    Also, are there any specific projects you'd recommend I build to make my profile stand out?

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