All Things Engineering by EIT

Audio Version: The Engineering Skills That Are Getting People Hired Right Now

What skills are employers really looking for in engineers today? In this episode, EIT’s Dean Dr. Steve Mackay and Analytics & Strategy Manager Carolina Asenjo unpack the latest Engineering Skills & Job Insights Report, highlighting the top technical and soft skills driving demand across Australia, the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand and South Africa. From the most sought-after engineering disciplines to emerging job market trends, this episode offers valuable insights for working professionals, educators, and employers navigating a rapidly evolving industry. Plus, learn how to explore the data yourself using EIT’s new interactive jobs report dashboard.

The Engineering Skills That Are Getting People Hired Right Now

What skills are employers really looking for in engineers today? In this episode, EIT’s Dean Dr. Steve Mackay and Analytics & Strategy Manager Carolina Asenjo unpack the latest Engineering Skills & Job Insights Report, highlighting the top technical and soft skills driving demand across Australia, the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand and South Africa. From the most sought-after engineering disciplines to emerging job market trends, this episode offers valuable insights for working professionals, educators, and employers navigating a rapidly evolving industry. Plus, learn how to explore the data yourself using EIT’s new interactive jobs report dashboard.

The Future Role of Mechanical Engineering in Fire Mitigation

In today’s episode Christabel Phiri, EIT's Mechanical Engineering Lecturer and Berry Dikotla, EIT's Recruitment and Business Development Manager, explore how engineering is transforming fire safety through technology and innovation.
They discuss how emerging technologies such as predictive modeling, AI, smart HVAC systems, and autonomous firefighting robots are reshaping fire safety. They also highlight the growing collaboration between mechanical engineers and first responders to drive innovation and develop smarter, more effective ways to predict, prevent, and respond to fires.
 
 

The Real Value of Diversity in Engineering

Welcome to All Things Engineering by EIT.
A podcast where we cover industry insights, emerging trends, and practical knowledge across engineering disciplines.
In today’s episode, EIT’s Deputy Dean, Indumathi V, and Jillian Formentin, Head of Engineering – APAC West with Wood, explore the real value of diversity in engineering. They discuss what diversity truly means today, from gender and ethnicity to age and neurodiversity and why it’s vital for innovation. They share real-world examples of how inclusive teams improve outcomes, break down common misconceptions, and offer strategies for creating a more equitable engineering profession. Enjoy! 
 
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