The Ultimate Guide to Career Success for Structural Engineers – Ep 111
In this episode, I discuss strategies for achieving career success for structural engineers with Nabeal (Newton) W. Khatib, M.S., P.E., founder & CEO of Legendfortutoring, LLC. We also explore the process of curating a comprehensive library specifically designed to cater to the requirements of the structural depth Professional Engineer (P.E.) exam. ***The video version of […]
Small vs. Large Structural Engineering Firms: Analyzing the Pros and Cons – Ep 110
In this episode, I talk to William Doll, P.E., a structural engineer at Colliers Engineering & Design, about the unique aspects of working in a small firm and how it differs from working in a large firm. We take a deeper dive into the various projects he worked on in both settings and the advantages […]
How to Run a Successful 24/7 Engineering Firm – Ep 109
In this episode, I talk with Kyle O’Hearn, P.E., CEO & Founder at DEKAT Engineering LLC, and Dinesh Panta, President & Founder at DEKAT Engineering LLC, about running a successful 24/7 Engineering Firm. Kyle and Dinesh provide invaluable insights on various aspects such as strategies, challenges, financial considerations, team management, client attraction, and having a […]
Structural Engineering Career Paths: Design vs Manufacturing – Ep 108
In this episode, Rachel and Mathew delve into two distinct structural engineering career paths. Rachel sheds light on the benefits of pursuing a career with a manufacturing company, while Mathew shares valuable insights for professionals aiming to advance their careers within a design firm. They thoroughly explore the advantages and disadvantages, growth potential, and exceptional […]
How to Run a Successful 24/7 Structural Engineering Business – Ep 107
In this episode, we talk with Scott Wible, P.E., S.E., a structural engineer and owner at Wible Engineering LLC, about the challenges of establishing a structural engineering business, and how the power of mentorship and the impact of networking can help you in building a successful firm. ***The video version of this episode can be viewed […]
Exploring Success and Growth in Your Structural Engineering Career Journey – Ep 106
In this episode, we talk with Roger Kodsi, P.Eng, a structural engineer at The Engineering Company Ltd, about his experience working for both small and large firms. Get ready for a fascinating conversation about the dynamics of fieldwork versus office work, the advantages and disadvantages of big firms versus small firms, and the importance of […]
How to Develop Your Soft Skills as an Engineer to Succeed in Complex Projects – Ep 105
In this episode, we talk to Katerina Psora, BSc (Hons), MSc, GMICE, a structural engineer at Pell Frischmann, about the pivotal role that developing soft skills as an engineer has in achieving success in complex engineering projects. ***You can view the video version of this episode here.*** Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions […]
Streamlining Construction with Game-Changing Anchor Bolts – Ep 104
In this episode, we talk with Arda Ozum, P.Eng., a structural engineer and founder of Acius Engineering about some of the challenges faced with wet-set anchor bolts and concrete foundations and how you can overcome it. Arda also talks about the hurdles he encountered as an entrepreneur while launching a patented product and provides great […]
The Vital Role of Concrete Gravity and Arch Dams in Community Resource Management – Ep 103
In this episode, we talk to Jeremy J. Begley, P.E., SPRAT I, a project structural engineer working with Gannett Fleming in the Dams & Hydraulics group based in Colorado. He shares his passion for engineering and dams and sheds light on how concrete gravity and arch dams contribute significantly to providing crucial resources to communities. We’ll […]
Engineering Across Continents: Challenges and Lessons Learned from Working Abroad – Ep 102
In this episode, we talk to Joseph Camajani, SE, a principal and client executive at IMEG Corp about his global engineering experiences across five continents. He highlights the challenges he encountered, and how working abroad influenced his outlook on engineering and project execution. He also provides some great advice for aspiring engineers looking to explore […]