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Engineering the Future Workforce

Engineering the Future Workforce

Auteur(s): Siemens - The Academic Partner
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 Engineering the Future Workforce by Siemens explores emerging and best practices that are empowering the next generation of engineering talent. The podcast series showcases conversations with leading voices from academia and industry who are committed to improving learners’ digital skillset and mindset to accelerate innovation.Siemens - The Academic Partner
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  • Expanding Quality Assurance and Credentials in Engineering Education with Jessica Silwick, CFO/COO of ABET

    Expanding Quality Assurance and Credentials in Engineering Education with Jessica Silwick, CFO/COO of ABET
    Oct 14 2025
    Engineering education is evolving fast — and the way we assess skills, validate learning and prepare future talent must evolve with it. In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica Silwick, CFO and COO of ABET, to explore how academic assessment, peer feedback and credential recognition are reshaping pathways into STEM careers. Jessica shares how ABET is setting global standards for quality assurance, why assessment is central to a growth mindset and how microcredentials are changing the landscape of lifelong learning. Key Takeaways: 00:00 Introduction. 02:07 Jessica discovers her passion for STEM while working with engineers. 04:06 ABET builds quality assurance services and training for evolving STEM needs. 09:11 Siemens chosen as pilot partner for shared commitment to quality education. 14:15 Thoughtful assessment fosters self-reflection, growth and adaptability. 19:09 Continuous feedback and peer review drive innovation and improvement. 22:37 Self and peer assessment build accountability and support growth. 28:37 Microcredentials and essential skills build a growth mindset. 36:59 Credentials expand access to skills and unlock new career opportunities. Resources Mentioned: Jessica Silwick https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-silwick-cpa-mba-cae-46935035/ ABET⁠ | LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/abet-/ ABET | Website https://www.abet.org/ Siemens Digital Industries Software https://www.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ Washington Accord https://www.internationalengineeringalliance.org/accords/washington-accord Thanks for listening to “Engineering the Future Workforce.” If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review. And be sure to subscribe so you never miss any insightful conversations. #EngineeringEducation #ElectricalEngineering #MechanicalEngineering
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    40 min
  • Making Sustainability Core to Engineering Education with Suavi Yildirim of FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg

    Making Sustainability Core to Engineering Education with Suavi Yildirim of FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
    Jun 18 2025
    Blending immersive technology with sustainable thinking can help future engineers tackle real-world challenges from day one. In this episode, we’re joined by Suavi Yildirim, Graduate Research Assistant of Institute FAPS/FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg, to explore how immersive engineering tools like VR, XR and digital twins are reshaping sustainable design education. We dive into Suavi’s journey leading the winning team in the Siemens and Sony Immersive Design Challenge and how cross-disciplinary collaboration, mentorship and microcredentials play a role in preparing the next generation of engineers. Key Takeaways: (02:38) Suavi embraced sustainability after learning about the UN development goals. (04:50) Suavi’s winning project tackles EV battery challenges and has a strong B2B use case. (09:47) Immersive tools make sustainable design learning intuitive and accessible. (15:21) Siemens microcredentials embed sustainability through real-world learning. (19:55) Without practical experience, students miss sustainability’s role in engineering. (23:27) What matters most is the journey of constant learning and improvement. (26:17) Stay curious, follow your passion and link your work to real impact. (27:53) Suavi values teamwork, open ideas and engineering with real impact. Resources Mentioned: Suavi Yildirim https://www.linkedin.com/in/suaviyildirim/ Institute FAPS/FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg https://www.linkedin.com/company/faps-fau/ Institute FAPS | Website https://faps.fau.de Siemens NX https://plm.sw.siemens.com/en-US/nx/ Coursera https://www.coursera.org/courseraplus?utm_medium=sem&utm_source=gg&utm_campaign=b2c_apac_x_coursera_ftcof_courseraplus_cx_dr_bau_gg_sem_bd-ex_s2_all_m_hyb_23-12_x&campaignid=20989858741&adgroupid=157016705446&device=c&keyword=coursera&matchtype=e&network=g&devicemodel=&creativeid=696907040395&assetgroupid=&targetid=kwd-36262515261&extensionid=&placement=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20989858741&gbraid=0AAAAADdKX6afEsK2Z2-lUcMCcLkbcBx7C&gclid=Cj0KCQjwuvrBBhDcARIsAKRrkjdB96xeO_OAUkx9Jwqc-ZfqzUqAiGHZnySO1nZbzcvs-WFyqbwUPvAaAqM3EALw_wcB Thanks for listening to “Engineering the Future Workforce.” If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review. And be sure to subscribe so you never miss any insightful conversations. #EngineeringEducation #ElectricalEngineering #MechanicalEngineering
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    29 min
  • Rethinking Credentials: The Shift Toward Digital Skills-Based Education with Michael Readey of University of Colorado Boulder and Christy Bozic of Duke University

    Rethinking Credentials: The Shift Toward Digital Skills-Based Education with Michael Readey of University of Colorado Boulder and Christy Bozic of Duke University
    Apr 23 2025
    Today’s students aren’t just looking for a degree; they’re looking for an edge in a fast-changing world. Employers, meanwhile, want skills they can see, not just credentials on paper. In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Readey, Professor, Engineering Management, at University of Colorado Boulder, and Christy Bozic, Executive Director, Master of Engineering Management Program, at Duke University. We explore how universities and employers can align more effectively to build a future-ready workforce, starting with skills, sustainability and stackable learning models. Key Takeaways: (02:40) Students must adapt to rapid industry change. (05:08) Academia struggles to match the pace of tech. (08:43) Partnerships close education-industry gaps. (13:17) Siemens embeds sustainability across roles. (18:38) Employers prioritize skill-based hiring. (20:43) Stackable learning supports career mobility. (26:26) Most learners are early-career professionals. (30:14) Peer diversity enriches learning. (45:17) Faculty exchanges strengthen relevance. (50:02) Skills-based education is key to the future of learning. Resources Mentioned: Michael Readey https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-j-readey-16738112/ University of Colorado Boulder https://www.linkedin.com/school/cuboulder/ Christy Bozic https://www.linkedin.com/in/christybozicphd/ Duke University https://www.linkedin.com/school/duke-engineering/ Project Drawdown https://drawdown.org/ Coursera https://www.coursera.org/ ABET https://www.abet.org/ Thanks for listening to “Engineering the Future Workforce.” If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review. And be sure to subscribe so you never miss any insightful conversations. #EngineeringEducation #ElectricalEngineering #MechanicalEngineering
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    52 min
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