Best Medical Device Test Fixtures Podcasts (2025)

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S6E32 Josh Zarecky | How To Travel The Country While Working As A Full Time Engineer 47:01

2d ago47:01

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Send 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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S6E31 Camden Shuman | Building a Second Brain, Co-ops, & Tools for Developing Your Network 45:12

11d ago45:12

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Send 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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S6E30 Jake Whinnery | Resources for Interviewing & Landing Engineering Jobs 53:14

18d ago53:14

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Send 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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Last Chance for PDX Discount 2:01

25d ago2:01

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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 50:33

25d ago50:33

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Send 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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S6E28 Paul Vizzio | Engineering Naval Submarines, Pet Products, & Elite Sports Training Machines 50:01

1M ago50:01

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Send 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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Why am I doing PDX? 2:02

1M ago2:02

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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 0:55

1M ago0:55

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Send 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 56:40

1M ago56:40

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Send 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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S6E26 Katie Karmelek | How You Can Accelerate Med Device Development with Chamfr 47:57

2M ago47:57

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Send 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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PDX – The Product Development Expo 2:04

2M ago2:04

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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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S6S25 Andy Thompson | Practical Applications of GD&T 45:30

2M ago45:30

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Send 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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S6E24 James Bryant | A Process For Engineers to Succeed at Home & at Work 43:40

2M ago43:40

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Send 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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S6E23 Mihir Shah | Buying & Growing a High Performing Machine Shop 39:05

2M ago39:05

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Send 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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S6E22 Dean Odell | Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) 38:29

2M ago38:29

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Send 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 50:03

3M ago50:03

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Send 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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S6E20 John Martell | Mechanisms, Drones, and Excel Macros 43:49

3M ago43:49

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Send us a text Join Aaron Moncur as he sits down with John Martell, a mechanical engineer with over 14 years of experience in aerospace, medical devices, automation, and geospatial drone services. Discover John's engineering journey, his innovative approach to mechanism design, and how he transitioned from mechanical engineering to data management.…

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S6E19 Stuart Grant | MedTech Innovation 50:50

3M ago50:50

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Send us a text Join host Aaron Moncur as he sits down with Dr. Stuart Grant, a seasoned med tech innovator with over 25 years of experience at industry giants like Johnson & Johnson and DePuy. Dr. Grant shares his journey from design engineering to founding his own consultancy, offering invaluable insights into medical device development, regulator…

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S6E18 Nikolaj Kloch | Public Speaking, Career Changes, & Leading with Value 57:11

3M ago57:11

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Send us a text Nikolaj Kloch shares his unique journey from aerospace engineering to becoming a leading videographer specializing in content creation for public speakers. He discusses how engineering skills translate into entrepreneurship, content creation, and business development. Main Topics: Transitioning from aerospace engineering to videograp…

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S6E17 Scott Putnam | Invention, Licensing, and Venturing 48:32

4M ago48:32

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Send us a text Join Aaron Moncur as he interviews Scott Putnam, an expert in guiding inventors through the complex journey of bringing products to market. Scott shares insights from his 15+ years of experience coaching over 500 inventors, discussing strategies for product development, licensing, and successful commercialization. Main Topics: Challe…

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S6E16 Jake Kennington | Engineer Yourself First, Personal Reflection, & Accepting Change 55:56

4M ago55:56

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Send us a text Jake Kennington shares his transformative journey from structural engineering to personal development coaching, discussing how engineers can build meaningful lives without sacrificing their careers. He explores the importance of personal growth, embracing change, and developing a strong personal foundation. Main Topics: Transitioning…

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S6E15 Too Tall Toby | CAD Best Practices, Speed Modeling, & Gamification 1:04:26

4M ago1:04:26

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Send us a text Join Aaron Moncur as he interviews Toby Schnaars, a CAD expert who has revolutionized learning 3D modeling through gamification. With nearly three decades of experience in tech support and training, Toby shares insights on CAD best practices, speed modeling, and his innovative platform that makes learning CAD fun and engaging. Main T…

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S6E14 Russ Aldridge | Robot Cinematography, 16-day Ventilators, & Identifying the REAL problem 48:09

4M ago48:09

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Send us a text This episode is a re-run from season 1 Russ Aldridge shares his entrepreneurial journey of founding Sisu, a mechanical engineering company that designs innovative robotic solutions. From creating a revolutionary knife-sharpening robot to developing a game-changing cinematography robot arm and rapidly producing ventilators during the …

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S6E13 Geoffrey Huber | Bespoke Ladders, Communicating Through Drawing, & Having a Big Customer 45:13

5M ago45:13

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Send us a text Geoffrey Huber shares his journey from art school to industrial design, discussing his expertise in creating custom access and safety equipment for industries like aerospace, aviation, and manufacturing. He reveals insights into building a successful custom manufacturing business and the importance of hands-on experience in engineeri…

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S6E12 Greg Mark | Founding Markforged & Backflip.ai 55:54

5M ago55:54

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Send us a text In this fascinating episode of Being an Engineer, our host Aaron Moncur sits down with Greg Mark, a visionary entrepreneur who revolutionized 3D printing with Markforged and is now transforming design workflows with his AI company, Backflip. Greg shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, technological innovations, and the pow…

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S6E11 Jon Lowy | Sleeping 3 Hours Per Day & Additive Manufacturing X.0 1:04:13

5M ago1:04:13

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Send us a text In this engaging podcast episode, Jon Lowy shares his remarkable engineering journey, discussing everything from medical robotics to teaching, entrepreneurship, and his unique perspectives on design, communication, and innovation. Main Topics: Engineering Career Evolution Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Challenges in Additive Manufact…

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S6E10 Clint Biggs | Sales Engineering, Relationships, & Earning Potential 40:24

5M ago40:24

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Send us a text In this insightful episode, Clint Biggs shares his extensive experience in test engineering sales, discussing the critical intersection of technical expertise and customer relationships. With over 30 years in the industry, Clint provides valuable insights into sales engineering, team collaboration, and career development for engineer…

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S6E9 Noah Burk | Asking Good Questions, RCM, & Macros 48:57

5M ago48:57

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Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur sits down with Noah Burke, a certified SolidWorks professional and mechanical engineer, to explore the nuances of product design, engineering creativity, and the importance of asking the right questions. Noah shares insights from his journey at Pipeline and Colson Group, offering valuable advice for aspi…

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S6E8 Stephen B. Johnson | Embedded Systems, Python, & Personal Engineering Projects 43:59

6M ago43:59

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Send us a text In this episode, Stephen shares his career journey, from early influences that led him to engineering to his experiences in the Marine Corps and various engineering roles. He discusses the technical challenges he faced, such as working on the Patriot 2 missile at Raytheon and the innovative solutions he implemented. Stephen also talk…

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S6E7 Michael Hadley | A Thirst for Learning: Becoming An Engineer 20 years After Graduating 43:49

6M ago43:49

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Send us a text *This episode is a re-run In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Michael Hadley, who has a diverse background including involvement in the human development movement and serving as a business manager for Tony Robbins. Michael shares his journey back into engineering 20 years after graduating, the successes and failures he's experie…

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S6E6 John Boezi | Universal Product Development Processes, Focusing on the One, & Consulting 39:44

6M ago39:44

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Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur speaks with John Boezi about his journey as a product development expert, the importance of documentation in engineering, universal design principles, client relationship challenges, prototyping techniques, and building strong engineering teams. John shares insights from his experience across industries …

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S6E5 Keegan Schoch | Pro Tips on Creating an Engineering Consultancy 48:57

6M ago48:57

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Send us a text In this episode, Keegan Schoch shares his journey into engineering, the importance of soft skills, the origins and philosophy of Poindexter by Design, the tools and technologies they use, strategies for building client relationships, trends in engineering like AI integration, advice for aspiring engineering consultants, and highlight…

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S6E4 Steve Maxson | Catheters, Heat Shrink Tubing, & Medical Device Extrusion Technology 40:53

7M ago40:53

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Send us a text In this episode, Steve Maxson shares his insights on the world of medical extrusion technology, including trends, innovations, and the importance of regulatory compliance. He discusses his career journey, the MEDEX podcast, the Medical Processing Panel (MPP) events, and collaborations that are driving advancements in the industry. Ma…

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S6E3 Hector Amador | Semiconductors, Microprocessors, & Statistics 51:11

7M ago51:11

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Send us a text In this episode, Hector Amador shares his expertise in the semiconductor industry, covering topics such as IC packaging, microchip assembly, cost optimization, emerging trends, and leadership in engineering. He provides insights into the technical skills and mindset required for success in the semiconductor field. Main Topics: Unders…

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S6E2 Derek Pietz | Industrial Automation, Losing A Million Dollars, & Successful Startups 37:45

7M ago37:45

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Send us a text This episode is a re-run. Derek Pietz shares his journey into engineering, his experiences founding and leading a startup called Lab to Fab, and the challenges and successes he's faced in the automation industry. He discusses the importance of teamwork, communication, and adaptability in engineering. Derek also provides insights into…

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S6E1 Tony Simas | Affecting Change, SaaS, & Communicating in Different Cultures 34:46

7M ago34:46

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Send us a text In this episode, Tony Simas shares his journey from STEM to business leadership, the challenges he faced in implementing change and reducing data entry by 70%, and his insights on navigating different cultures as a consultant. He discusses strategies for transitioning to a SaaS model, integrating AI and IoT in manufacturing, and prov…

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S5E52 Jon Hirschtick | Founding & Developing the Solidworks and Onshape CAD Systems 1:15:37

8M ago1:15:37

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Send us a text This episode is a re-run. In this episode, we have the founder of Solidworks and, more recently, Onshape, Jon Hirschtick, a legend in the CAD industry. In our conversation, you’ll hear about how Solidworks was started, how it grew, and how it led to Jon’s decision to found Onshape. Listeners will also learn how Onshape makes CAD desi…

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S5E51 Manish Kumar | Being CEO at SOLIDWORKS 58:40

8M ago58:40

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Send us a text Today, we are honored to speak with Manish Kumar whose journey from a curious engineer to the CEO of SolidWorks is both inspiring and insightful. In this conversation, Manish discusses the evolution of SolidWorks, the introduction of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, the integration of cloud computing and AI, and the process of translating …

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S5E50 Roopinder Tara | Timing, FEA, & the Beginning of CAD 42:02

8M ago42:02

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Send us a text In this episode, Roopinder shares his fascinating journey into engineering and publishing. He discusses his early struggles with math, the serendipitous path that led him to become an engineer, and his transition into the world of technical journalism. Roopinder provides insights into the evolution of CAD technology, the challenges o…

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S5E49 John Rogers & Sean Maciag | A Career Worth Engineering – From Graduation to Professional 49:41

8M ago49:41

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Send us a text Today on the Being An Engineer podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome John Rogers and Sean Maciag as they share insights from their careers to help recent engineering graduates make a strong start. They discuss the transition from student to professional, overcoming imposter syndrome, accelerating career growth, and providing practical a…

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S5E48 Kordel France | Olfactory AI 49:11

9M ago49:11

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Send us a text Today, we are thrilled to host an episode with an exceptional guest pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Kordel France discussed the challenges and potential of digitizing scents. He highlighted the need for a standard data format for olfactory AI and the complexities of detecting and analyzing air molecules. Kordel emp…

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S5E47 Ryian Williams | Finding Purpose as an Engineer, & How to Improve Faster 55:20

9M ago55:20

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Send us a text In this episode, Ryan shares his inspiring journey into engineering, overcoming challenges through relentless persistence, and developing daily habits to drive personal and professional growth. He discusses the importance of finding your purpose, the power of rapid prototyping, and strategies for accelerating engineering progress. Ma…

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S5E46 Carrie Hurlbut | Environmental, Health, & Safety at ASM 36:44

9M ago36:44

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Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Carrie Hurlbut about her career journey and her role in leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives at ASM, a global semiconductor equipment manufacturer. Carrie shares insights into the EHS field, the challenges of balancing practicality and creativity, and the importance of m…

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S5E45 Andy Wells | Touching Lives Through Engineering (Rerun) 1:00:24

9M ago1:00:24

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Send us a text This episode is the chicken soup for the soul of engineering. Without a doubt, the most inspirational episode we’ve recorded to date as Andy shares with us how he and his company have helped elevate those in poverty and given their lives purpose and success. Along the way, he shares some very practical info about manufacturing tolera…

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S5E44 Geoff Gaw | Nitinol, R&D, and How to Learn About New Technologies 47:44

9M ago47:44

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Send us a text In this episode of the Being An Engineer Podcast, Geoff Gaw discusses his journey into engineering, the unique processes and challenges involved in metal manufacturing, and strategies for leading teams in highly regulated environments. Geoff also delves into the alignment of product development with process development, staying up to…

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S5E43 David Malouf | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 7 56:58

10M ago56:58

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Send us a text In the seventh episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur welcomes David Malouf. David shares insights on overcoming common engineering challenges, employing effective tools and techniques, fostering psychological safety, and experimenting with new technologies and unconventional approaches to streamline…

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S5E42 Brad Hirayama | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 6 56:53

10M ago56:53

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Send us a text This is a continuation in our ongoing series about How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering. The discussion covers topics such as the importance of planning and execution, balancing problem-solving and asking for help, the role of checklists, the impact of leadership and team culture, effective communication and collaboration, risk…

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S5E41 Jim Gabriel | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 5 45:57

10M ago45:57

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Send us a text In the fifth episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur interviews Jim Gabriel. Jim shares his insights on overcoming common bottlenecks, effective decision-making, fostering psychological safety, cross-functional collaboration, data-driven performance improvement, and lessons learned from attempts to ex…

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S5E40 Tony Dietz | How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, Episode 4 51:51

10M ago51:51

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Send us a text In the fourth episode of How to Accelerate the Speed of Engineering, host Aaron Moncur interviews Tony Dietz. . Tony emphasized the importance of clear communication, focusing on objectives, deadlines, and effort levels. Dietz shared examples from his diverse background, including a NASA wind tunnel project and a cost-effective earpl…

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S5E39 Bradley Rothenberg | nTopology (nTop) & Computational Design 46:06

11M ago46:06

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Send us a text In this episode, host Aaron Moncur interviews Bradley Rothenberg about nTopology and its unique approach to computational design and engineering software. Bradley discusses the origins of nTopology and how it differs from traditional CAD tools. He explains how nTopology captures requirements in algorithms rather than geometry definit…

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