David hit the nail on the head. I would add that graduating engineers should also not assume that they now it all and be impatient to opportunities. As a graduate engineer my first recommendation is for that individual to be a sponge. Absorb all you can as fast as you can. Experience creates opportunity, not the degree or pedigree.
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Adalberto Ramos P.E.,M.ASCE
President, Managing Member
Lakeway TX
(281)5315952
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Original Message:
Sent: 05-16-2019 06:31
From: David Urena
Subject: Transitioning from Engineering Student to Real World Engineer
Hi Luis,
The advice I have is:
- Listen.
Every boss appreciates a good listener.
- Learn.
Everything you can as fast as you can (even if you have to teach yourself). Never stop learning.
- Love.
The engineering profession is highly esteemed. You may not know that now but give it time and you will see.
- Laugh.
Make time for fun. A well rounded person is great to be around.
- Live.
Strive to maintain work/life balance. Burnout is all too common in our field.
Good luck to you and stay in touch! Cheers,
Dave Ureña, P.E.
Banneker, LLC
3104 N. Armenia Ave
Suite 2
Tampa, FL 33607
813.415.7872
Original Message------
Congratulations to those graduating with civil engineering degrees this month. When I graduated and started my first job, I was faced with the challenge of learning how to apply the technical knowledge I had learned in college and make it applicable to real-world engineering problems. One advice I would give to new graduates entering the workforce would be to not be afraid to make mistakes. Make sure you are diligent with your work and be aware of how you are using your time as well as your co-worker's time.
What advice would you give someone entering the workforce in the next few weeks or months?
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Luis Duque EIT,A.M.ASCE
Structural Engineer
Broomfield CO
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