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Level Design PodcastAuthor: Scott Zurn
A podcast for Architects and Engineers who want to thrive in this industry by creating more freedom, fulfillment and financial security. Join Scott Zurn, P.E. and guests in uncovering how to restore value and honor to the unique people who choose to be designers and caretakers of our built world and why its essential to the future of our society, our industry, and our planet. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Most Overlooked Skills Engineers Need for a Thriving Career with Kevin Q. Walsh, PhD, PE, SE (Associate Teaching Professor at Notre Dame)
Monday, 2 June, 2025
In this episode, Kevin Walsh, PhD, PE, SE, shares his journey through academia and the structural engineering industry, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities within the profession. We explore the evolving role of technology, including AI, the importance of community impact, and the need to inspire the next generation.We discuss retention issues, the complexities of historic construction, and the emotional resilience required in the field. Kevin also highlights the responsibility of engineers toward sustainability, the influence of financial drivers, and the critical role of interpersonal skills in professional growth. We reflect on the legacy of engineers and advocate for a shift in how the profession is perceived.We’re joined by Kevin Q. Walsh, PhD, PE, SE, Associate Teaching Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences, Director, Master of Engineering (MEng).Kevin Walsh’s primary areas of research interest are sustainable and resilient infrastructure, pultruded fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) structural framing, inventory and seismic assessment of masonry and concrete buildings, large-scale experimental testing including the testing of in situ structures, unbonded post-tensioning strand/anchorage systems, modern masonry construction materials, and the professional practice of structural engineering.Connect with Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kqwalsh/KeywordsEngineering, academia, youth engagement, infrastructure, career growth, mentorship, built environment, AI in engineering, community impact, retention issues, historic construction, materials, risk management, environmental responsibility, legacy, interpersonal skills, career purposeChapters03:09 Journey into Engineering06:10 The Role of Academia in Engineering09:08 Challenges in Attracting Youth to Engineering12:11 The Importance of Community and Fulfillment in Engineering15:03 The Future of Engineering and AI18:02 The Art and Science of Engineering20:59 Retention Issues in Engineering23:55 Infrastructure and Its Impact27:02 Opportunities in the Built Environment31:02 Curiosity and Specialization in Engineering32:26 Historic Construction and Material Challenges34:51 Teaching Fundamentals and Emotional Resilience37:30 Navigating Risk and Litigation in Engineering40:37 Financial Drivers in Engineering Decisions43:21 The Role of Engineers in Environmental Responsibility48:15 Legacy and Purpose in Engineering51:25 Interpersonal Skills and Professional Growth56:35 Finding Purpose in Engineering CareersConnect with us: The Level Design Podcast is a podcast for Architects and Engineers who want to thrive in this industry by creating more freedom, fulfillment and financial security.Join us: Are you one of the 5% of Engineers and Architects who's ready to take on Entrepreneurship?Dive deeper, fill out the form, and our leadership team will personally connect with you, address your questions and explore reclaiming your professional independence.www.leveldesignpartners.com
