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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Medical Device Engineering Podcasts
Nectar is an award-winning product development company based in southern California. Our product design and development process is an interdisciplinary approach combining industrial design, user experience design, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering that ensures product designs are successfully executed into production. We’ve been helping clients design products that connect to their users and expand their markets for over 30 years. We are firm believers in the team approach t ...
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Welcome to life at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. Classes, student organizations, faculty, research, hands-on projects, and don't forget our social lives outside of class - it's all up for discussion with regular appearances and interviews with special guests. Viterbi Voices: The Podcast is hosted by Paul Ledesma (Executive Director, Undergraduate Admission) and current student Hannah Fonseca (Mechanical Engineering, Class of 2027).
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Join Sunrise Labs on the Making Bright Ideas Work podcast to discuss the ins and outs of bringing medical devices to life, and their impact on the industry and beyond.
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The Medical Devices Group is the medical device industry hub that connects you with experts cherry-picked among our 350,000 members. • MedicalDevicesGroup.net – 1,000+ archived discussions + resources • medgroup.biz/premium – direct access to medical device experts • medgroup.biz/10x – in-person events • medgroup.biz/linkedin – legacy group • medgroup.biz/podcast – this podcast • medgroup.biz/eavesdrop – sister podcast Medical device work saves and transform lives, so we make our recordings, ...
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A regular series of views, opinions and commentary from the international association for the engineering modelling, analysis and simulation community.
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Welcome to the U-Squared podcast! ”A discussion of the exponential benefit of “useful usability.” This podcast is all about Human Factors in the Medical Device industry. In each episode, we’ll explore different facets of Human Factors Engineering.
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The PCB Design Podcast features conversations on all facets of PCB Design and Hardware Development
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The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation Podcast - AAMI
Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) is developing a series of podcasts in partnership with the studios of Healthcare Tech Talk. The podcasts will explore today's most pressing healthcare technology challenges and the multidisciplinary approaches that are being used to clarify and resolve them. Terry Baker and Kelley Hill, along with renowned subject matter experts, discuss everything from how different technology is developed, implemented, used and maintaine ...
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The AWS Health Innovation Podcast showcases entrepreneurs and investors who are driving progress in healthcare and life science across the globe.
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‘Understanding IP Matters,’ is a popular podcast series that enables successful entrepreneurs, inventors, content creators, executives and experts to share their IP story - the good, bad and amazing. The series is brought to you by the Center for Intellectual Property Understanding, an independent non-profit established in 2016. CIPU provides outreach to improve IP awareness, enhance value and promote sharing. www.understandingip.org
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Digital Engineering 24/7 is your source for unique engineering technology news and information for Engineering Design, Simulation, Prototyping, Testing and Computing. Our engineering community podcast will bring you content about CAD, CAM, FEA, 3D-Printing, technology and more.
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Technology tips and insights to help protect your business! We offer weekly interviews with industry experts and leaders from companies like Coca-Cola, Verizon and AT&T to share their insights on cybersecurity and other technology topics. Join your host, Shaun St.Hill, the CEO of Tech and Main!
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Cadaver Labs, Medical Devices, and Marketing with Pooja Sharma Rao, B.S. Biomedical Engineering (Biochemical) '07
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1:25:50Welcome to Viterbi Voice Season 11! In this episode, Paul sits down with Viterbi alumna Pooja Sharma Rao to talk about her unique career journey at the intersection of medicine, engineering, and business. From hands-on experiences in cadaver labs to developing and marketing medical devices, Pooja shares how her time at USC prepared her for a dynami…
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Chemical Engineering, Polymers & Pharmaceuticals, and LGBTQ identity with Makana Krulce, B.S. Chemical Engineering '15
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1:25:03In this episode, Paul sits down with Viterbi alumna Makana Krulce to explore her journey from studying polymers at USC to working in global pharmaceutical consulting. Makana shares how her hands-on experience in Germany shaped her career, reflects on founding the USC student organization Queers in Engineering, Science, and Technology (QUEST), and d…
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S6E34 John Lembke | Best Practices for Hiring Engineers
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39:42Send us a text John Lembke brings a unique blend of technical excellence, leadership, and strategic execution to the podcast. Currently at Scythe Robotics in Longmont, Colorado, he’s pioneered the development of scalable production systems—from tooling to capacity planning—for their autonomous robot manufacturing lines. Over the past 16 months, Joh…
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High Power PCB Design: Pushing the Limits with Caleb Buck
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50:34Join host Zach Peterson on this episode of the OnTrack Podcast as he speaks with Caleb Buck, PCB Design Electronics Engineer at Nidec Aerospace, about the critical considerations for high power PCB design. From guitar pedal prototypes etched in his kitchen to aerospace systems handling 500+ amps, Caleb shares his journey and expertise in designing …
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Navigating Fear, Misconceptions, & Social Media in College Admission with Jennifer (Jenn The Tutor) Jessie, College Admission Consultant
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1:43:52In this episode, Paul sits down with Jennifer, a college admission counselor best known as Jenn the Tutor, to debunk myths and misconceptions about getting into college. Jennifer shares her journey from law school to education, her community-oriented approach to guiding students, and why she believes authenticity matters more than chasing prestige.…
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S6E33 Bryant Foster | Design for Human Factors & User Experience
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51:30Send us a text Join us for an in-depth conversation with Bryant Foster, a human factors expert who's worked with industry giants like Google to make complex products simpler and safer. With a background in cognitive psychology, Bryant shares insights on designing user-friendly products, from surgical systems to smart thermostats, all while keeping …
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Chemical-Free PCB Production: How uFab is Changing Everything
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33:45Join host Zach Peterson on the Altium OnTrack Podcast as he interviews Tyler Richards, founder of uFab, who is revolutionizing PCB manufacturing with chemical-free production technology. Discover how Tyler's innovative PCBee system can print multi-layer circuit boards in just 4 hours without using traditional chemical etchants like ferric chloride …
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Construction Management, Lacrosse, Sorority Life, and Study Aboard experiences with Natalie Dana (Alvarez), BS Civil Engineering (Building Science) '14, MS Green Technologies '15
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1:17:17In this episode, Paul speaks with Viterbi alumna Natalie Dana (Alvarez) about her interdisciplinary path through civil engineering and architecture, her career in sustainable construction at Turner Construction, and how her time at USC, from study abroad to football games, shaped her journey. They also discuss the future of engineering education, A…
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S6E32 Josh Zarecky | How To Travel The Country While Working As A Full Time Engineer
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47:01Send us a text In this engaging episode of Being An Engineer, Josh Zarecky shares his unique journey of running an engineering business while traveling across the United States in an RV. He discusses his background in mechanical engineering, the challenges and joys of remote work, and his innovative approach to developing industrial automation solu…
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Signal Integrity, Thermal & DFM: PCB West Preview with Keven
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37:42Join Zach Peterson as he sits down with Keven Coates, Senior Electrical Engineer at Novium Designs, for an in-depth preview of his upcoming PCB West presentations. This conversation covers essential topics every PCB designer needs to master, from signal integrity fundamentals to thermal management and design for manufacturing best practices. Discov…
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S6E31 Camden Shuman | Building a Second Brain, Co-ops, & Tools for Developing Your Network
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45:12Send us a text In this episode, Camden Shuman discusses his experiences as a co-op student at Siemens Healthineers, where he has gained valuable hands-on experience in mechanical design work. He also shares insights about his entrepreneurial venture, "The Engineering Way" newsletter, which aims to help engineering students and professionals develop…
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18-Year-Old Founder: Why America Needs Its Own Drone Industry
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36:32Meet Tom Rein, the youngest entrepreneur ever featured on the Altium OnTrack podcast and founder of Tom's Aerial Vehicles. At just 18 years old, Tom is revolutionizing American drone manufacturing with AI-powered development processes and proprietary hardware designs. In this compelling interview, discover how this young innovator is building polic…
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Inside PCBAA's Fight for American Circuit Board Manufacturing
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38:41Join host Zach Peterson as he sits down with David Schild, Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA), fresh from their annual Washington D.C. meeting. Discover how the organization is advocating for critical legislation like H.R.3597, the Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act, and why American PCB manufac…
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S6E30 Jake Whinnery | Resources for Interviewing & Landing Engineering Jobs
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53:14Send us a text Jake shares his engineering journey, insights into technical interviews, and strategies for young engineers to succeed in the hardware industry. He discusses his experiences at companies like Tesla and Relativity Space and how he created Hardware is Hard to help mechanical engineers land top-tier jobs. Main Topics: Importance of inte…
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Send us a text Sign up for a free account at https://www.thewave.engineer/ Then, access your 50% discount code for PDX 2025 here: https://www.thewave.engineer/product-development-expo/dfm-days/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with…
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S6E29 Joshua Tarbutton | Lessons From the Military Applied to Engineering
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50:33Send us a text Joshua Tarbutton shares his journey from military service to engineering entrepreneurship, discussing how military discipline and leadership principles can transform engineering culture and workplace dynamics. Main Topics: Military influence on engineering leadership Restoring dignity in engineering workplaces Creating psychological …
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Celebrated MIT engineer and entrepreneur develops medical devices to treat cancer and other diseases
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42:22Send us a text Michael Cima is a researcher, inventor and entrepreneur who has spent 40-years creating advanced medical devices that focus on diagnostics and treatments for cancer, metabolic diseases and trauma. He is also devoted educator mentoring the next generation of creators about the broad benefits of IP rights.…
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S6E28 Paul Vizzio | Engineering Naval Submarines, Pet Products, & Elite Sports Training Machines
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50:01Send us a text In today’s episode, Paul will explore how he scales hardware teams, builds for manufacturability, navigates supply chain complexity, mentors engineers, and embraces community‑driven innovation. Get ready for insights on leadership, prototyping, and bringing hardware to life from idea to market. Main Topics: Proteus Motion's V1 and V2…
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Send us a text Sign up for a free account at https://www.thewave.engineer/ Then, access your 50% discount code for PDX 2025 here: https://www.thewave.engineer/product-development-expo/dfm-days/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with…
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What Every Engineer Should Know About Contract Manufacturers
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0:55Send us a text Webinar: What Every Engineer Should Know About Contract Manufacturers Register here: https://www.thewave.engineer/store/product/31-what-every-engineer-should-know-about-working-with-a-contract-manufacturer/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers …
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S6E27 Stephen Hinch | Lessons from HP & Disruptive Innovations
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56:40Send us a text Join Aaron Moncur as he interviews Stephen Hinch about his remarkable career in innovation, discussing how companies can foster breakthrough technologies, overcome corporate innovation barriers, and create a culture that supports creative thinking. Main Topics: From Engineering to Leadership: Steve's Career Journey Turning Innovative…
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AI-Powered PLM: The Future of Hardware Product Lifecycle Management
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41:09Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems in this insightful conversation with Michael Corr, CEO and founder of Duro. From eliminating PLM horror stories to streamlining hardware development workflows, learn how modern cloud-based PLM platforms are revolutionizing the way engineering teams manag…
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Additive Manufacturing Becomes an Integral Part of Medical Device Manufacturing
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9:293DHeals Founder Jenny Chen Discusses the AM-Adoption Momentum in Medical Device Industry, and Regulatory Bodies' Attitude Toward the TechnologyBy Kenneth Wong
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S6E26 Katie Karmelek | How You Can Accelerate Med Device Development with Chamfr
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47:57Send us a text In this episode of the Being an Engineer podcast, host Aaron Moncur interviews Katie Karmelek, a mechanical engineer and co-founder of Chamfr. Katie shares her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, discussing her passion for medical device innovation and how Chamfr is revolutionizing component sourcing for medical device engi…
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Send us a text Sign up for a free account at https://www.thewave.engineer/ Then, access your 50% discount code for PDX 2025 here: https://www.thewave.engineer/product-development-expo/dfm-days/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with…
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Behind the Mic: A Personal Update and What's Next for Podcast
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2:38In this special behind-the-scenes episode, host Alex Merwin steps away from our usual guest interviews to share some important personal news and exciting updates about the podcast's direction. After years of bringing you stories from healthcare innovators and building an incredible community of listeners, Alex has reached a pivotal moment in his ow…
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DE Podcast: Nick Appleyard on the Mission to Democratize Simulation
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16:52Nick Appleyard, Exec Director, ASSESS, reflects on the movement to broaden simulation use, what the software vendors are doing right, and where the missed opportunities are.By Kenneth Wong
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AI-Powered PCB Supply Chain Management with Luminovo's Timon Ruban
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46:26Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing PCB supply chain management in this fascinating conversation with Timon Ruban, founder and managing director of Luminovo in this episode of the OnTrack Podcast. From his electrical engineering background at Stanford to building Europe's leading electronic supply chain platform, Timon shares in…
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S6S25 Andy Thompson | Practical Applications of GD&T
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45:30Send us a text In this episode, Andy Thompson discussed his journey from machinist to expert in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). He highlighted the importance of understanding GD&T for effective design, manufacturing, and quality control. Thompson shared examples of how GD&T improved manufacturing processes, such as aerospace parts an…
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Supply Chain Challenges in Medical Device Manufacturing
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45:19Dive deep into the complex world of medical device supply chains with supply chain executive Simon Hinds. This comprehensive episode of the OnTrack Podcast explores the unique challenges of bringing life sciences products from development to market, including regulatory compliance, global sourcing strategies, and risk management in an increasingly …
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DE Editors' Chat: 3D Printing from Natural Language Prompts, AI Copilots in Factories, More
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26:50DE Editors Discuss News from Rapid TCT, Dell Technologies World, GTC ParisBy Kenneth Wong
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S6E24 James Bryant | A Process For Engineers to Succeed at Home & at Work
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43:40Send us a text Dr. James Bryant shares his transformative approach to helping engineers achieve professional excellence without sacrificing personal fulfillment. He discusses his unique methodology for balancing work and home life, developing leadership skills, and creating meaningful success. Main Topics: Transitioning from engineering to coaching…
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Building Modular Open Source Electronics with Lukas Henkel
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39:00Join us for an in-depth conversation with Lukas Henkel, co-founder of Open Visions Technology, as he shares exciting updates on his cutting-edge open source hardware projects. From modular Linux-based smartwatches to Framework laptop modifications, discover how advanced PCB design techniques are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in open sou…
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S6E23 Mihir Shah | Buying & Growing a High Performing Machine Shop
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39:05Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Mihir Shah, an engineer-turned-entrepreneur who shares insights from his diverse career spanning Tesla, Inspect AR, and now Tomai Engineering. Mihir discusses his journey through engineering, startup growth, investment strategies, and the importance of first principles thinking. Main Topics: E…
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This Fashionista Doesn't Wear Fashion - She Covers It
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39:20Send us a text Julie Zerbo is an editor, lawyer and business analyst who covers the business of fashion, including its evolving use of licensing and IP rights.By The Center For Intellectual Property Understanding
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Embedded Systems Engineer Discusses AI-Driven Testing Revolution
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56:22Join us for an in-depth conversation with Ari Mahpour, Embedded Systems Engineer at Rivian, as he reveals how AI is revolutionizing embedded development and testing workflows on this episode of the OnTrack Podcast. From voice-controlled Arduino programming to automated hardware-in-the-loop testing, discover cutting-edge techniques that are transfor…
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Podcast: Dyndrite's Harshil Goel Pushes for Printing from Native CAD
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11:47Harshil Goel discusses why printing directly from CAD is betterBy Kenneth Wong
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S6E22 Dean Odell | Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
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38:29Send us a text Aaron Moncur sits down with Dean Odell, a distinguished mechanical engineering instructor and YouTube educator, to explore the fascinating world of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T). Dean shares his journey from a welder to an engineering instructor, discusses the importance of GD&T in manufacturing, and reveals insights fr…
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S6E21 Ron Higgs | Systems Thinking, People Skills, & Executive Leadership
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50:03Send us a text Ron Higgs shares insights on transforming engineers into effective executive leaders, drawing from his extensive experience in military aviation, aerospace, and consulting. He discusses the critical skills engineers need to advance into leadership roles, emphasizing people skills, systems thinking, and continuous improvement. Main To…
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The Future of PCB Design Education: HaSofu Founder Kirsch Mackey
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51:36In this insightful episode of the Altium OnTrack Podcast, host Zach Peterson sits down with Kirsch Mackey, founder of HaSofu, to explore the evolving landscape of PCB design education. Kirsch reveals how his educational platform bridges the critical gap between academic theory and industry requirements, sharing his unique journey from physics enthu…
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