Engineering Conversations
Engineering Conversations has one simple goal... to promote engineering. By having conversations with engineers about their backgrounds and careers, we will showcase a wide variety of industries and explore the types of jobs that engineers perform when they finish university. These conversations may help young people understand what it is that engineers do in their day to day work. As young people learn about these types of careers, they may be inspired to become and engineer and help make the world a better place. Engineering Conversations is hosted by David deMontigny, an engineering professor at the University of Regina. The University of Regina is situated on Treaty 4 lands with a presence in Treaty 6. These are the territories of the nêhiyawak (nay-hi-yuh-wuk, Cree), Anihšināpēk (uh-nish-i-naa-payk, Saulteaux), Dakota, Lakota, Nakoda, and the homeland of the Métis/Michif Nation. Today, these lands continue to be the shared territory of many people from near and far. They are an important part of our past, and an even more important part of our future. ------------------------------ Thanks to JennyHDesign and SoulProdMusic for help with the artwork and music!
Episodes
Over the course of a long engineering career it is likely that the engineer will work in a variety of sectors and be exposed to many industries. Along the way, the engineer gains knowledge and experience, becoming an expert and mentor in those fields.
In this episode we sit down with Kathryn Black to learn about her extensive career as a mechanical engineer. Over a period of 40 years, Kathryn work...
What does it take to manufacture complex industrial equipment? It takes a team of talented individuals to meet with the client and develop a feasible solution. Engineers involved in the manufacturing sector have to design and build products that meet the client’s expectations, while at the same time satisfy industry standards for safety and efficiency.
In this episode we sit down with Josh D...
Did you know that before large civil projects are completed they have to undergo a geotechnical assessment? This is so the engineers can determine the structural properties of the soil. It does not matter if it is the construction of a new highway, a dam, a new building, or a railroad. Geotechnical engineers will study the soil conditions and make recommendations to structural engineers so they can...
How many of us have spent time star gazing at night? Most of us do this for fun, hoping to see a shooting star, spot a planet, or find a constellation. Scientists take things a step further and use high tech equipment to study our universe. In order to do this research, scientists need help from engineers to design and build ground-based telescopes.
In this episode we sit down with Sarah Gaj...
Have you ever thought about how many items around your home are made from products that came from a mine? Whether it is copper, gold, aluminum, diamonds, or iron, these materials came from a mine and the mining industry relies on engineers to help run their operations.
In this episode we sit down with Ibe Marcus. Ibe has a background in Industrial Systems engineering and twelve years of experience...
Have you ever thought about starting your own business? There are a lot of engineers that end up starting their own consulting firms after they have gained sufficient experience in industry. Pursuing an entrepreneurial path allows engineers to focus their skills and talents in areas they find both challenging and rewarding.
In this episode we sit down with Penny Popp to learn about her career in e...
When students graduate with an engineering degree, it is hard to know where their career will take them. The one certainty is that their engineering degree has prepared them to solve problems in whatever sector they find work.
In this episode we sit down with Greg Godwin to learn about his career. Greg has a background in Industrial Systems engineering and 18 years of experience working in a varie...
Have you noticed that more and more engineering schools are starting to offer programs related to energy? The reason for this is that the world has an ever-growing demand for energy and we need engineers that can design and build energy systems that are safe, reliable, sustainable, and affordable. The University of Regina has a new Energy Systems engineering program that has options in petroleum, sustain...
Have you ever seen a pumpjack in an oil field and wondered how long it has been there, or what will happen to it in the future? It turns out that the life of an oil well depends on its condition, how much oil it produces, and the current oil price. Petroleum engineers are heavily involved in managing the lifecycle of oil wells.
In this episode we sit down with Leta Brisebois to learn about her car...
Did you know that potash is essential for food production around the world? Saskatchewan happens to account for roughly one third of all global potash production. Engineers from a variety of disciplines are needed to support potash mining operations.
In this episode we sit down with Julien Brazeau to learn about his career. Julien has a background in Industrial Systems Engineering and has sp...
In this episode we explore how we can nurture and encourage youth to consider a career path in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The world needs more engineers, and STEM outreach is a big part of the process to ensure we will have sufficient bright minds to solve big real-world problems in the future!
Kevina Mullock and MacKenzie Chittenden are the Coordinators of Engineering Out...
Can you believe this tiny little podcast project is already two years old? In this bonus episode, Justin Gwilliam comes back on the show to help celebrate the occasion and ask some more “behind the scenes” questions. (I honestly think he just came for the cake and to tease me a bit.)
I extend a sincere thank-you to all of the guests that came on Engineering Conversations this past year...
It is very difficult to predict the direction an engineering career will take as there are so many options. One certainty is that an engineer can always take their knowledge and skills with them to address problems and challenges that exist in whatever industry they choose to work.
In this episode we sit down with Mehdi Mohammadpoor to learn about his career. Mehdi has a background in petroleum en...
Environmental engineering is a broad field that includes air, water, and soil engineering. Among those areas, air quality has broad impacts on the environment since it is not always localized. For example, forest fires can affect the air quality for people and wildlife that are thousands of kilometers away.
In this episode we sit down with Kevin McCullum to learn about his career as an environment...
The world relies on electricity for practically everything we do, including in our work lives and personal lives. Electrification has changed the world, and we need engineers to design and build electrical systems.
In this episode we sit down with Trevor Chadwick to talk about his career. Trevor has a background in Electronic Systems engineering and has worked in electrical consulting for fifteen ...
To celebrate Pi Day, I invited some fourth-year engineering students to my office to eat some pie and talk about their experience in engineering! We will hear their thoughts on surviving engineering, gaining work experience, completing a capstone project, and more!
A big thank you to Madison French, Sarah Schatz, and Pranav Mukesh for coming on the show to share their journey in engineering!
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Engineering careers can be dynamic, across many different sectors, and in new areas that require experience, a problem-solving lens, and perspective.
In this episode we sit down with Dr. Jocelyn Peltier-Huntley to talk about her experience as a mechanical engineer. She has extensive experience in the mining sector, where she worked in coal mining, lead and zinc smelting, and the potash industry. A...
Do you like listening to the radio or watching television? Have you ever wondered how that broadcast gets to your device? It turns out that a lot of engineering is required to deliver that content to the audience.
In this episode we sit down with Dave Rainnie to learn about his career in the broadcasting industry. Dave has a background in Electronics Systems engineering and has spent close t...
An engineering degree can be a ticket to see the world. It can also help you think both critically and logically, which often has benefits outside of your work life.
In this episode we sit down with Angela Jaimeson to learn about her journey in engineering. Angela has a background in geological engineering and spent close to 20 years working in the oil and gas sector in Canada, The Netherlands and...
Environmental engineers work on all kinds of projects for industry and municipalities. These can include site remediation, civil earth works, surveying, water treatment, and more. We all benefit from the work of environmental engineers.
In this episode we sit down with Greg Kuntz to learn about his career in environmental engineering, which spans over 25 years. During this time, Greg has wor...
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