The Relationship Between Architecture and Engineering – Ep 008
In this episode of The Engineering Quality Control podcast, we talk to Karen Burlingame, AIA, LEED AP, Principal at Grimm + Parker Architects, about quality control and how architecture and engineering interact and influence each other. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Karen: What types of systems or standards have you […]
The Art of Asking Fearless Questions as an Engineer
For quite some time, I’ve been harping on the need to ask good questions. Regardless of where you are in your engineering career, I am confident that you would benefit from amping up your questioning skills. To do that, keep reading. Many of us think we’re asking questions when what we’re really doing is […]
Structural Changes to the 2021 International Building Code – Ep 079
In this episode, we talk to Sandra Hyde and John “Buddy” Showalter about the significant structural changes to the 2021 International Building Code and how they will affect structural engineers. They also talk about mass timber buildings and how they compare to concrete and steel buildings. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We […]
How Climate Adaptation and Resilience Connect to Civil Engineering Projects – Ep 212
In this episode of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I talk to Emory Lee, AICP, ENV SP, MCIP-I, WEDG, Climate Adaptation & Resilience Lead for Ramboll Group A/S in New York about climate adaptation and resilience in engineering and some of the potential jobs or roles there are within climate adaptation. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some […]
Technology’s Role in Civil Engineering Inspection: Live Remote Inspection
This is a guest blog by Nick Heim, P.E. Civil engineers are designers and builders of everything related to infrastructure: roads, bridges, dams, ports, and many others. While new construction of any asset gets a lot of attention for several reasons, that asset must be maintained over its lifespan – and civil engineers play a […]
Building a Strong Engineering Culture – Ep 277
In this episode, we talk with Anand Safi, a senior engineering leader at Mark43 about the importance of building a strong engineering culture and how engineering leaders can help with developing organizational culture at their firms. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Building a Strong Engineering Culture:
Three Steps to Make the Most of Your Decisions
When it comes to decision-time, do you go all in, or do you spend time waffling and floundering? Learn what you can do to make the most of any decision you make! 1. Commitment vs. Giving Up Sadly, we sit all too often in a state of doubt, self-defeat, or regret after making a decision. […]
How Engineers Can Help Improve the Safety of Mine Tailing Dams – Ep 051
In this episode, we talk to Roy Mayfield, Ph.D., P.E., about mine tailing dams, how we can help improve the safety of these dams, and why having sound engineering judgment and expertise is crucial in your engineering career. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Roy: What are mine tailing dams, and […]
How Civil Engineers Can Be Successful on the Job – Ep 211
In this episode of The Civil Engineering Podcast, I answer a few questions that I received from a consulting engineer a few years out of school about how to be successful on the job, get up to speed with design practices, learn codes, gain field practice, and organize resources and knowledge. Tips to Be Successful […]
The Benefits of Working for a Private Water Utility
This is a guest post by Jon Earle, PE, ENV SP In this blog post, I will be discussing the benefits of working as an engineer for a private water utility. My current role is Manager of Engineering and Technical Services with Maine Water Company. We are a collection of 12 small to medium-sized systems […]
