If you’ve failed a few times, you may be considering changing your PE Civil Exam, right? ? That’s what Grant Junghans did to get over this hump once and for all. He failed the Construction exam twice, changed to the Water Resources exam, and then passed it. In this episode, he dives into this journey of switching exams and teaches you all he learned the hard way if you’re thinking of doing the same. ? Tune in to Learn: Grant's journey to get his PE license after 3 attempts Why he changed his PE Civil Exam for his third (and last) try 2 things you must do before you go and change your PE ..read more

Are you just a few years into your career and thinking about going down the Structural Engineering route? ? Then our latest interview is a must! Colten Johnson is a Structural Engineer who started and now leads his own structural firm. He also runs PE4Free, a platform built to help young engineers thrive in the professional world and pass their exams. Tune in to Learn: How he passed the FE exam under work pressure due to project requirements The challenges of being the Lead Engineer in structural projects  The technical vs leadership sides of engineering: which one should you choos ..read more

Passing the FE Civil Exam 18 years out of school, well into your late 30s, and coming from a non-technical career as a Lutheran Minister? ? That’s exactly what Zach Parris just recently did! ? In this episode, he dives into this quiet original journey into the field, his FE experience, as well as tips he learned the hard way for anyone taking the FE “later” in life.   Tune in to Learn: His surprising journey from engineering graduate to pastor to roadway engineer What he regrets doing in college regarding the FE Exam What it was like taking the FE Exam 18 years out of school What prepari ..read more

Can we train computers to “be” Structural Engineers? ? In this episode, I chat with Nick Heim, a Structural Engineer working with parking structures, about the AI tools that can change the field forever. From machine learning teaching computers how to do the engineer’s calcs…all the way to using computer vision to “look for” potential structural issues in images and videos. ? Tune in to Learn: What's computer vision and how does it impact the Structural Engineer's work? Will AI put Structural Engineers out of business? Are SEs recognized as much as they should? Why flying drones is th ..read more

Our latest episode with Vince Marvin, PE, SE is  a gold mine for everyone interested in a career in Structural Engineering! He answers questions every Structural Engineer has, based on his own journey. How do you learn the ropes out of college? Do you need a master’s degree? Is the PE needed? Should you go for the SE, even with the low pass rates? ? It’s all here! ? Tune in to Learn: Grad school vs work experience: which one matters most for Structural Engineers? Do Structural Engineers really need the PE license? The importance of the SE for Structural Engineers Can you take the ..read more

Are you a civil engineer planning to go into project management…in New York? ? Then this interview with Mafuzul Mashud, PE, is for you! He started out as a Transportation Engineer in Long Island, got his PE license out of the way, and worked his way up to Project Manager, overseeing big projects from New York’s MTA. ? ? Tune in to Learn: The 3 biggest challenges of working in New York as a Civil Engineer His all-time favorite project that would probably be your least favorite How's it to switch from fieldwork to behind-the-desk design work? How bad COVID-19 hit New York's traditional ..read more

Can we train computers to “be” Structural Engineers? ? In this episode, I chat with Nick Heim, a Structural Engineer working with parking structures, about the AI tools that can change the field forever. From machine learning teaching computers how to do the engineer’s calcs…all the way to using computer vision to “look for” potential structural issues in images and videos. ? Tune in to Learn: What's computer vision and how does it impact the Structural Engineer's work? Will AI put Structural Engineers out of business? Are SEs recognized as much as they should? Why flying drones is th ..read more

Can we train computers to “be” Structural Engineers? ? In this episode, I chat with Nick Heim, a Structural Engineer working in parking garage restoration, about the AI tools that can change the field forever. From machine learning teaching computers how to do the engineer’s calcs…all the way to using computer vision to “look for” potential structural issues in images and videos. ?. Will all this put you out of business? Let’s find out! ? ? Tune in to Learn: What's computer vision and how does it impact the Structural Engineer's work? Will AI put Structural Engineers out of business? Ar ..read more

Have you thought of doing the same engineering work you do at your workplace, but for yourself? ? Then you’ll want to listen to this interview with Paige Brue about her own journey to start her consulting business! She dives into how her education allowed her to provide the type of services she provides, why having professional credentials is a must (and the easiest way to get them)...all the way to her best tips for aspiring firm owners. ? ? Tune in to Learn: How a devastating flood in her hometown got her interested in Water Resources What led her to start her own engineering business ..read more

Do you know how our AEC industry is doing and what we can expect in the years to come? No?! ? Then this episode is for you! Mark jumps back on to share his recent roundtable discussion with other leaders of AEC companies to discuss their challenges, problems, new technology…all the way to what the future looks like for the industry. Is it positive? Well, give this a listen and you’ll find out! ? Tune in to Learn: The biggest challenge in the AEC industry right now...plus 2 factors that can reduce it Positive or negative: What's the outlook for the industry a few years down the road? How ..read more