An engineer’s guide to surviving the workplace
Scott Blackhurst draws on his experiences over a varied career to offer advice to young engineers embarking on theirs. Introduction Having recently reached the grand age…
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Supporting mental health in the workplace
In this article from The Structural Engineer (May 2021) Sally Desborough explains why mental health was a hot topic during the Covid-19 pandemic and why it…
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Creating rapport in a structural engineering interview
Why do you need rapport in a structural engineering interview? Rapport is the connection between two people; the spoken and unspoken words that say ‘we are…
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What is psychometric testing in a structural engineering interview?
Employers often use psychometric testing to vet potential employees and help them understand a little more about your personality and ability to fit into the role…
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Structural engineer career profile: Nipun Wijegunasekera MIStructE
Nipun Wijegunasekera is a senior structural engineer at Ramboll, since starting as a graduate engineer in 2014. In his role he develops structural schemes to support…
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Structural engineer career profile: Kay Brown
Kay Brown describes her career highlights and what Associate-Membership means to her. What inspired you to become a structural engineer? I have always had an interest…
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