NEM 2023 Interview Series – Hydro Ottawa
Laurie Heuff, Director of Distribution Engineering and Asset Management at Hydro Ottawa, highlights the importance of lifelong learning for engineers and the need for the profession to constantly question the status quo and look for ways to improve the use of sustainable technologies to electrify society.
NEM 2023 Interview Series – Bruce Power
National Engineering Month (NEM) is a special time of the year for engineers to celebrate the advancement in engineering fields. As the month progresses, we’re connecting with premier members of Ontario’s engineering community to talk about where the field is headed. In this interview, Aiman Khan, Senior Program Manager at Bruce Power, discusses the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion, particularly gender parity in engineering fields.
Why is equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI) important in engineering?
Different ways of thinking are so important in engineering. Read this post to understand the benefits of having a more diverse workforce.
NEM 2023 Interview Series – Humber College
In a recent interview with Dr. Jonathan Kim, Associate Dean at Humber College’s Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology, the impact of technological advancements on the engineering industry was discussed. Dr. Kim emphasized the importance of adaptability and lifelong learning in the field, as well as the need for engineers to have skills in sustainability, communication, and leadership. He also discussed the evolving role of engineers, the application of AI technology, and new areas of engineering research and development.
NEM 2023 Interview Series – Hatch
Andrea Cherry, a Mechanical Engineer in Training at Hatch, believes that incorporating diverse and inclusive design (D&I) into projects can create a better environment for everyone. She works on a variety of projects and is a member of the Diversity and Inclusion committee and Gender Equity cluster at Hatch. Andrea emphasizes the importance of National Engineering Month (NEM) and lifelong learning in the engineering profession. Hatch has over 9,000 employees across numerous offices and works in over 150 countries, with projects focused on metals, energy, and infrastructure. Diverse and inclusive design is essential in today’s world to ensure solutions are inclusive to a wide variety of users.
5 reasons to become a P.ENG.
Have you been considering becoming a Professional Engineer? Check out this blog post to see some reasons why it might be worth your time and effort.
