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In this guide, we see sample resignation letters as an engineer.
A sample resignation letter as an engineer (i.e. mechanical engineer, technician, support technician, etc.) can be very useful if you want to submit a formal resignation from your current job.
Just as when you had to write your cover letter and resume for your application to your current job role, it is important also to leave on good terms.
Remember that when resigning some companies expect at least a two weeks’ notice to find a suitable replacement for your position, however, some have longer notice periods.
This is why it is necessary to check your contract for any information related to your notice period before you submit your resignation letter.
Here are some examples you can use or adjust to your convenience when writing your resignation letter as an engineer.
Example from requestletters.com:
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
Please accept this letter of resignation from the position of a civil engineer, effective two weeks from today. My last day at [Company Name] will be [date].
I have accepted a position with another company that will further my growth and development in my career. I have enjoyed working at [company name] and will miss my colleagues. However, this new position will challenge my growth and further my career.
During the next two weeks, I am willing to help you in any way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Please let me know if there is anything specific that you would like me to do.
Again, it has been a pleasure working as a part of your company.
Your typed name”
Example from requestletters.com:
Your Manager’s Name
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
This is to inform you that I have accepted a position in another company. Therefore, I would like to offer my resignation dated [date].
I appreciate the professional development and growth from [Company Name], and in particular, from you. Your mentoring support has encouraged me, and I hope that we will continue our relationship as I move forward in my career.
I wish you continued growth and success in the future.
Your typed name”
Example from requestletters.com:
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
Please accept this letter of resignation from the position of an electrical engineer, effective two weeks from today. My last day at [Company Name] will be [date].
I have accepted a position with another company that will further my growth and development in my career. I have enjoyed working at [company name] and will miss my colleagues. However, this new position will challenge my growth and further my career.
During the next two weeks, I am willing to help you in any way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Please let me know if there is anything specific that you would like me to do.
Again, it has been a pleasure working as a part of your company.
Your typed name”
Example from requestletters.com:
Your Manager’s Name
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
This is to inform you that I have accepted a position in another company. Therefore, I would like to offer my resignation dated [date].
I appreciate the professional development and growth from [Company Name], and in particular, from you. Your mentoring support has encouraged me, and I hope that we will continue our relationship as I move forward in my career.
I wish you continued growth and success in the future.
Your typed name”
Example from naukri.com:
I hereby wish to tender my resignation as a/an for with effect from .
Even though I joined as an automation testing engineer, I always wanted to work as a software developer. I have got an opportunity to work in software development at ABC Company and I have decided to pursue it. I thank Mrs. Batra, my team leader, for the prospects she has provided me during my time with the company. I would also like to thank my co-workers. It was due to them that I was able to learn various selenium.
Even though I am changing my field, the stream of testing has taught me many things that will give me a competitive edge in the future. The major thing I have learned is to know the kinds of bugs, coders overlook. The credit for developing me goes to . I apologize for any inconvenience my resignation may cause you. I assure you that my ongoing task will be completed before my last day.
I would also deeply appreciate it if you could initiate the resignation process and disburse my outstanding salary since / remaining claims from .
I wish everyone future success.
Example from naukri.com:
I hereby wish to tender my resignation as an/a for with effect from .
Even though I joined as a , I always wanted to work specifically as a . I have got an opportunity to work with Company and I have decided to go for it. I would like to thank , for the prospects he provided me with, while I was here. I would also like to thank my teammates as I learned a lot from them.
Even though I am changing my field, the knowledge I gathered here has given me a fair amount of competitive edge in the market, and I know my true value now. I would like to apologize for any inconvenience my resignation may cause you.
I assure you that all my ongoing tasks/projects will be complete before my last working day. Wish you all the best!
Example from naukri.com:
I am writing to formally notify you that I am resigning from the position of with . My tenure here has not only been industrious but also exciting. I would like to thank Mr. Basu, the senior economist for having given me an opportunity to work with . Among my many experiences as an econometrician, it was only at that I could portray my statistical ability in conjunction with my creative abilities. It is rare to find an economist given the freedom to pursue what he/she really wants. Working under him was an honor. He explained to me how to really use linear estimators to fit non-linear relationships. Till date, I was following a very complex method, but he showed me the simplified method.
My ingenious co-researchers have helped me throughout my research. I thoroughly enjoyed attending the Stockholm summit on Economics Freedom with them. I will miss them very much and I wish each one of the prosperity and success in their future endeavors.
I truly hope that my resignation does not cause you any sort of inconvenience. During the next few weeks, I intend to complete my regression analysis on unemployment and inflation in South East Asia. . I am also willing to help you in any way I can. Please let me know if I can be of assistance of any sort.
Again, it has been my privilege for being associated with . I wish you and the company the best in the future.
Example from sample-resignation-letters.com:
Dear Mr./Ms. Manager:
Please accept this letter of resignation from the position of mechanical engineer, effective two weeks from today. My last day at [Company Name] will be [date].
I have accepted a position with another company that will further my growth and development in my career. I have enjoyed working at [company name] and will miss my colleagues. However, this new position will challenge my growth and further my career.
During the next two weeks, I am willing to help you in any way to make the transition as smooth as possible. This includes assisting in recruiting and training my replacement. Please let me know if there is anything specific that you would like me to do.
Again, it has been a pleasure working as a part of your company.
Your typed name”
If you need to write an engineering resignation letter, here is an example from requestletters.com:
“Please accept this letter of resignation from the position of a civil engineer, effective two weeks from today. My last day at [Company Name] will be [date]. I have accepted a position with another company that will further my growth and development in my career.”
If you want to write a simple resignation letter, the basic details you would want to consider including would be the date you are writing the letter on, the name of the recipient, and the company’s details. In addition, the body of your letter needs to contain your intention of leaving, the last day of employment, a “thankful” statement for the time you worked for them, offer assistance (when possible), and close your letter.
If you want to write heartfelt a letter of resignation, here are some tips from examples.com:
– State Your Intention. State down clearly your intention to leave.
– State Your Gratitude. Thank your employer for the opportunity.
– State Your Reason for Leaving.
– State a Positive Note in the End.
– Keep Your Tone Professional and Cordial.
– Provide Physical Evidence.
– Be ready for the Exit Interview.
If you want to write a letter of resignation for a software engineer, consider:
– Keeping the letter formal and professional.
– Keeping it brief and straight to the point.
– Stating the reason why you are resigning, if you feel comfortable doing it.
– Stating your last date at work.
You end a resignation letter with a closing that should be kept short and polite.
It is recommended to start your closing two lines below your final body paragraph.
Some of the most popular closings and the most used are Best regards, Sincerely and Yours Truly.
Bradley, A. (2020, Apr.) “CIVIL ENGINEER RESIGNATION LETTER (SAMPLES)”
Bradley, A. (2020, Apr.) “ELECTRICAL ENGINEER RESIGNATION LETTER (SAMPLES)”
Naukri.com: “Writing A Resignation Letter: Format and 10+ Samples”
Sample-resignation-letters.com: “Mechanical Engineer Resignation Letters”
