The Being An Engineer podcast is a central repository in which we collect and share industry knowledge & best practices associated with the discipline of engineering. We hope that engineers throughout the world will benefit from this content as they connect with the companies, technologies, people, resources, and opportunities that are relevant to their engineering or engineering-adjacent roles. Contact us at [email protected]. Intro and Outro music by John Martell
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CADCAST is your all-CAD podcast. On this show, Nick Sweeney takes you around the world of CAD to talk about SOLIDWORKS, PDM, 3DEXPERIENCE, 3D Printing, Simulation, and everything in between. Guests will be a fixture on the podcast as well. We'll be bringing in professionals from GoEngineer and all around the Dassault channel community.
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Born to Design takes you inside the most fascinating stories coming out of the design and manufacturing world. The surprising backstories of amazing creators. Harrowing near-failures that became overnight successes. Uplifting examples of the many ways our community is changing the world for the better. Presented by SOLIDWORKS, Born to Design is a podcast for dreamers, designers, and creators of all kinds.
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Silicon Valley is a one-stop engineering consultant provider, that delivers and assists its clients in providing all types of engineering services. The professed team of engineers, designers, and drafters are well-trained and experienced in providing architectural engineering consultancy services, structural engineering consultancy services, MEP engineering services, Civil engineering services, CAD services, in a single roof.
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S6E17 Scott Putnam | Invention, Licensing, and Venturing
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48:11Send us a text Scott Putnam is a distinguished figure in the world of product development and licensing, renowned for his unwavering commitment to transforming innovative ideas into market-ready products. As the founder and CEO of Inventor's Edge, Scott has cultivated a comprehensive platform that offers coaching, online courses, and a supportive c…
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The ROI of PEB — Cost-Efficiency Backed by Smart Design
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4:51Discover how Pre Engineered Buildings deliver unbeatable ROI through faster construction, smart material use, and long-term savings. In this episode, we break down the financial and functional benefits of PEBs—and how Silicon Valley Infomedia powers precision with top-tier PEB Building Design Services.…
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S6E16 Jake Kennington | Engineer Yourself First, Personal Reflection, & Accepting Change
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55:35Send us a text Jake Kennington shares his transformative journey from structural engineering to personal development coaching, discussing how engineers can build meaningful lives without sacrificing their careers. He explores the importance of personal growth, embracing change, and developing a strong personal foundation. Main Topics: Transitioning…
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Tech Talk: How Tekla & AutoCAD Revolutionize Steel Detailing
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4:38🔧💻 New Episode Drop! Discover how Tekla Structures & AutoCAD are reshaping Steel Detailing Services with smart 3D modeling and flexible 2D drafting. Boost accuracy, cut delays, build smarter! 🎙️👷♂️
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S6E15 Too Tall Toby | CAD Best Practices, Speed Modeling, & Gamification
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1:04:05Send us a text Join Aaron Moncur as he interviews Toby Schnaars, a CAD expert who has revolutionized learning 3D modeling through gamification. With nearly three decades of experience in tech support and training, Toby shares insights on CAD best practices, speed modeling, and his innovative platform that makes learning CAD fun and engaging. Main T…
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Decoding Facade Systems: Materials, Joints, and Technical Drawings
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5:54🏢 In this episode we break down everything you need to know about facade systems — including the materials used, the importance of joint detailing, and the technical drawings that bring it all together. 🎧 Listen now and discover how smarter Facade Detailing leads to better buildings. 👉 Need Facade Detailing Services? Reach out to Silicon Valley Inf…
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S6E14 Russ Aldridge | Robot Cinematography, 16-day Ventilators, & Identifying the REAL problem
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47:48Send us a text This episode is a re-run from season 1 Russ Aldridge shares his entrepreneurial journey of founding Sisu, a mechanical engineering company that designs innovative robotic solutions. From creating a revolutionary knife-sharpening robot to developing a game-changing cinematography robot arm and rapidly producing ventilators during the …
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Real-World Case Studies: How Scan to BIM is Reshaping the AEC Industry
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7:58Silicon Valley Infomedia's Scan to BIM Services transform point cloud data into precise, data-rich BIM models for architects, engineers, and contractors. We specialize in architectural, structural, and MEP Scan to BIM solutions, ensuring accurate as-built documentation for renovations, retrofits, and facility management. Our expertise in laser scan…
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S6E13 Geoffrey Huber | Bespoke Ladders, Communicating Through Drawing, & Having a Big Customer
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44:53Send us a text Geoffrey Huber shares his journey from art school to industrial design, discussing his expertise in creating custom access and safety equipment for industries like aerospace, aviation, and manufacturing. He reveals insights into building a successful custom manufacturing business and the importance of hands-on experience in engineeri…
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S6E12 Greg Mark | Founding Markforged & Backflip.ai
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55:34Send us a text In this fascinating episode of Being an Engineer, our host Aaron Moncur sits down with Greg Mark, a visionary entrepreneur who revolutionized 3D printing with Markforged and is now transforming design workflows with his AI company, Backflip. Greg shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, technological innovations, and the pow…
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S6E11 Jon Lowy | Sleeping 3 Hours Per Day & Additive Manufacturing X.0
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1:03:52Send us a text In this engaging podcast episode, Jon Lowy shares his remarkable engineering journey, discussing everything from medical robotics to teaching, entrepreneurship, and his unique perspectives on design, communication, and innovation. Main Topics: Engineering Career Evolution Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Challenges in Additive Manufact…
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S6E10 Clint Biggs | Sales Engineering, Relationships, & Earning Potential
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40:03Send us a text In this insightful episode, Clint Biggs shares his extensive experience in test engineering sales, discussing the critical intersection of technical expertise and customer relationships. With over 30 years in the industry, Clint provides valuable insights into sales engineering, team collaboration, and career development for engineer…
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S6E9 Noah Burk | Asking Good Questions, RCM, & Macros
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48:36Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur sits down with Noah Burke, a certified SolidWorks professional and mechanical engineer, to explore the nuances of product design, engineering creativity, and the importance of asking the right questions. Noah shares insights from his journey at Pipeline and Colson Group, offering valuable advice for aspi…
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S6E8 Stephen B. Johnson | Embedded Systems, Python, & Personal Engineering Projects
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43:38Send us a text In this episode, Stephen shares his career journey, from early influences that led him to engineering to his experiences in the Marine Corps and various engineering roles. He discusses the technical challenges he faced, such as working on the Patriot 2 missile at Raytheon and the innovative solutions he implemented. Stephen also talk…
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S6E7 Michael Hadley | A Thirst for Learning: Becoming An Engineer 20 years After Graduating
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43:28Send us a text *This episode is a re-run In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Michael Hadley, who has a diverse background including involvement in the human development movement and serving as a business manager for Tony Robbins. Michael shares his journey back into engineering 20 years after graduating, the successes and failures he's experie…
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S6E6 John Boezi | Universal Product Development Processes, Focusing on the One, & Consulting
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39:23Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur speaks with John Boezi about his journey as a product development expert, the importance of documentation in engineering, universal design principles, client relationship challenges, prototyping techniques, and building strong engineering teams. John shares insights from his experience across industries …
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S6E5 Keegan Schoch | Pro Tips on Creating an Engineering Consultancy
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48:36Send us a text In this episode, Keegan Schoch shares his journey into engineering, the importance of soft skills, the origins and philosophy of Poindexter by Design, the tools and technologies they use, strategies for building client relationships, trends in engineering like AI integration, advice for aspiring engineering consultants, and highlight…
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S6E4 Steve Maxson | Catheters, Heat Shrink Tubing, & Medical Device Extrusion Technology
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40:32Send us a text In this episode, Steve Maxson shares his insights on the world of medical extrusion technology, including trends, innovations, and the importance of regulatory compliance. He discusses his career journey, the MEDEX podcast, the Medical Processing Panel (MPP) events, and collaborations that are driving advancements in the industry. Ma…
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S6E3 Hector Amador | Semiconductors, Microprocessors, & Statistics
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50:50Send us a text In this episode, Hector Amador shares his expertise in the semiconductor industry, covering topics such as IC packaging, microchip assembly, cost optimization, emerging trends, and leadership in engineering. He provides insights into the technical skills and mindset required for success in the semiconductor field. Main Topics: Unders…
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S6E2 Derek Pietz | Industrial Automation, Losing A Million Dollars, & Successful Startups
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37:23Send us a text This episode is a re-run. Derek Pietz shares his journey into engineering, his experiences founding and leading a startup called Lab to Fab, and the challenges and successes he's faced in the automation industry. He discusses the importance of teamwork, communication, and adaptability in engineering. Derek also provides insights into…
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S6E1 Tony Simas | Affecting Change, SaaS, & Communicating in Different Cultures
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34:24Send us a text In this episode, Tony Simas shares his journey from STEM to business leadership, the challenges he faced in implementing change and reducing data entry by 70%, and his insights on navigating different cultures as a consultant. He discusses strategies for transitioning to a SaaS model, integrating AI and IoT in manufacturing, and prov…
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Behind the Scenes of Teaching a SOLIDWORKS CAD Class online – Silicon Valley
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5:18Silicon Valley's Podcast episode on the Behind the Scenes of Teaching a Solidworks CAD Services Class online. and to get more information about solidworks drawings and drafting do visit our website. www.siliconinfo.com
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S5E52 Jon Hirschtick | Founding & Developing the Solidworks and Onshape CAD Systems
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1:15:16Send us a text This episode is a re-run. In this episode, we have the founder of Solidworks and, more recently, Onshape, Jon Hirschtick, a legend in the CAD industry. In our conversation, you’ll hear about how Solidworks was started, how it grew, and how it led to Jon’s decision to found Onshape. Listeners will also learn how Onshape makes CAD desi…
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S5E51 Manish Kumar | Being CEO at SOLIDWORKS
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58:19Send us a text Today, we are honored to speak with Manish Kumar whose journey from a curious engineer to the CEO of SolidWorks is both inspiring and insightful. In this conversation, Manish discusses the evolution of SolidWorks, the introduction of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, the integration of cloud computing and AI, and the process of translating …
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S5E50 Roopinder Tara | Timing, FEA, & the Beginning of CAD
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41:41Send us a text In this episode, Roopinder shares his fascinating journey into engineering and publishing. He discusses his early struggles with math, the serendipitous path that led him to become an engineer, and his transition into the world of technical journalism. Roopinder provides insights into the evolution of CAD technology, the challenges o…
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S5E49 John Rogers & Sean Maciag | A Career Worth Engineering – From Graduation to Professional
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49:20Send us a text Today on the Being An Engineer podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome John Rogers and Sean Maciag as they share insights from their careers to help recent engineering graduates make a strong start. They discuss the transition from student to professional, overcoming imposter syndrome, accelerating career growth, and providing practical a…
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Understanding Mechanical Part Drawing with Silicon Valley Infomedia
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7:01Join us in this episode of 'Understanding Mechanical Part Drawing' as we dive into the intricacies of mechanical part design, detailing, and drafting services at Silicon Valley Infomedia. Whether you’re a professional in the industry or just curious about how we bring precision and innovation to mechanical drawings, this podcast is for you. Learn a…
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Send us a text Today, we are thrilled to host an episode with an exceptional guest pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Kordel France discussed the challenges and potential of digitizing scents. He highlighted the need for a standard data format for olfactory AI and the complexities of detecting and analyzing air molecules. Kordel emp…
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S5E47 Ryian Williams | Finding Purpose as an Engineer, & How to Improve Faster
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54:59Send us a text In this episode, Ryan shares his inspiring journey into engineering, overcoming challenges through relentless persistence, and developing daily habits to drive personal and professional growth. He discusses the importance of finding your purpose, the power of rapid prototyping, and strategies for accelerating engineering progress. Ma…
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Tim Huntzinger, founder of XOTO (pronounced ex-OH-toe), has always been passionate about riding motorcycles. However, as anyone who has ridden on two wheels can testify, cornering on wet, sandy or unstable roads can be very challenging. Three wheeled trikes may be more stable but they are slow and stiff through corners and let’s face it, it’s way m…
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S5E46 Carrie Hurlbut | Environmental, Health, & Safety at ASM
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36:22Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Carrie Hurlbut about her career journey and her role in leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives at ASM, a global semiconductor equipment manufacturer. Carrie shares insights into the EHS field, the challenges of balancing practicality and creativity, and the importance of m…
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silicon valley's infographic post on the benefits of Solidworks Drawings services. visit our website to get more detailed information about solidworks drawings.
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S5E45 Andy Wells | Touching Lives Through Engineering (Rerun)
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1:00:03Send us a text This episode is the chicken soup for the soul of engineering. Without a doubt, the most inspirational episode we’ve recorded to date as Andy shares with us how he and his company have helped elevate those in poverty and given their lives purpose and success. Along the way, he shares some very practical info about manufacturing tolera…
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S5E44 Geoff Gaw | Nitinol, R&D, and How to Learn About New Technologies
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47:23Send us a text In this episode of the Being An Engineer Podcast, Geoff Gaw discusses his journey into engineering, the unique processes and challenges involved in metal manufacturing, and strategies for leading teams in highly regulated environments. Geoff also delves into the alignment of product development with process development, staying up to…
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S5E43 David Malouf | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 7
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56:37Send us a text In the seventh episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur welcomes David Malouf. David shares insights on overcoming common engineering challenges, employing effective tools and techniques, fostering psychological safety, and experimenting with new technologies and unconventional approaches to streamline…
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S5E42 Brad Hirayama | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 6
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56:32Send us a text This is a continuation in our ongoing series about How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering. The discussion covers topics such as the importance of planning and execution, balancing problem-solving and asking for help, the role of checklists, the impact of leadership and team culture, effective communication and collaboration, risk…
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S5E41 Jim Gabriel | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 5
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45:36Send us a text In the fifth episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur interviews Jim Gabriel. Jim shares his insights on overcoming common bottlenecks, effective decision-making, fostering psychological safety, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven performance improvement, and lessons learned from attempts to ex…
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S5E40 Tony Dietz | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 4
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51:31Send us a text In the fourth episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur interviews Tony Dietz. . Tony emphasized the importance of clear communication, focusing on objectives, deadlines, and effort levels. Dietz shared examples from his diverse background, including a NASA wind tunnel project and a cost-effective earpl…
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S5E39 Bradley Rothenberg | nTopology (nTop) & Computational Design
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45:45Send us a text In this episode, host Aaron Moncur interviews Bradley Rothenberg about nTopology and its unique approach to computational design and engineering software. Bradley discusses the origins of nTopology and how it differs from traditional CAD tools. He explains how nTopology captures requirements in algorithms rather than geometry definit…
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54- Three is a Magic Number [with Abhijit Bansod]
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24:40There are more than 10 million street vendors in India. Many rely on a bicycle or push cart to transport their goods to market. New Born to Design podcast with Abhijit Bansod, founder of Studio ABD, a design studio dedicated to creating goods based on the concept of “Indian” design, including a Tigoona for Indian market vendors.…
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Mechanical Detailing for Complex MEP Systems
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8:04silicon valley's latest podacst episode on the Mechanical Detailing Services for Complex MEP Systems. in this episode we will cover the following points. What is Mechanical Detailing? Challenges of Detailing for Complex MEP Systems The Role of Technology in Mechanical Detailing Best Practices for Mechanical Detailing in Complex MEP Projects he Futu…
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Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Istvan Csanady, the founder and CEO of Shaper3D, a pioneering 3D modeling app that is transforming the CAD industry. Istvan discusses Shaper3D's vision to create a powerful, yet intuitive CAD tool for the modern era, focusing on mobility, ease of use, and collaboration. He shares insights into…
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S5E37 Joe Moak | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 3
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1:02:43Send us a text In this third episode of the special series on Accelerating the Speed of Engineering, Joe Moak discusses key bottlenecks like changing requirements, development failures, and design challenges. He also covers strategies for managing scope changes, balancing problem-solving with team development, using tools to fail fast and cheaply, …
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S5E36 Callye Keen | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 2
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1:05:21Send us a text This is the second episode in a series focused on how to accelerate the speed of engineering. Callye Keen shares his insights and strategies for speeding up engineering projects, including addressing common bottlenecks, leveraging cross-functional collaboration, and utilizing tools and technologies to improve efficiency. Main Topics:…
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S5E35 TJ Strang | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 1
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47:27Send us a text In this first episode of a special series on tools for accelerating engineering, host Aaron Moncur engages in a thought-provoking conversation with TJ Strang, an experienced leader in the medical device industry. Together, they explore the challenges that often hinder engineering projects and share insights on how to overcome them. T…
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S5E34 Edward Jaeck | Minitab, Statistical Analysis, & Supply Chain Management
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58:57Send us a text In this episode, Edward Jaeck shares his insights on accelerating the speed of engineering. He discusses his experiences at companies like Intel, Medtronic, and Lowell, and how those shaped his approach to growth and quality management at SINE18. Edward delves into topics such as the use of Minitab and other data analysis tools, supp…
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The Art and Science of Architectural 3D Modeling
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6:12Explore the intricate blend of creativity and precision in architectural 3D modeling services with Silicon Valley. In this episode, we delve into the techniques, challenges, and advancements shaping the future of architectural visualization.
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52- Engineering a Greener, Healthier and Eco-friendly Lawn
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27:24Interview with Ali Sabti, founder of Oto Lawn, a developer of environmentally sustainable irrigation systems. Ali’s “journey” began at a very young age. While still in grade school, the insatiably curious and clever young Ali learned to code and built his school’s first website. His entrepreneurial drive continued through high school where develope…
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S5E33 Devon Copeland | Working for Apple & Tesla, Building a Better MFG Execution System (MES)
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44:59Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Devon Copeland. The conversation covers topics such as the engineering decision-making process, the importance of side projects, traceability in manufacturing, implementing a Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and strategies for accelerating engineering speed. Main Topics: Copeland's childh…
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S5E32 Todd Mansfield | Integrated Project Management (OneIPM), Agile Methodologies, and Construction Automation
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47:46Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Todd Mansfield. They discuss Todd's career journey, his work at companies like House of Design Robotics and Echo Safety Group, and his current role at OneIPM, where he focuses on integrated project management solutions. They cover topics such as the benefits of OneIPM's seamless integration wi…
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