Between Two Shovels Ep.10: Orgil Batchuluun (2024 Sac State College Grad) - Engineer Career Advice

Sacramento State civil engineering graduate Orgil Batchuluun sits down to share his first-year insights from the transportation industry. From passing the EIT exam early to navigating private vs public sector decisions, this conversation covers the real challenges new engineers face.Derek Minnema dives deep into career advice, AI adoption in engineering, mentorship strategies, and what it takes to stand out as a young professional. Orgil opens up about project challenges, communication struggles, and his entrepreneurial ambitions.Whether you're a current engineering student, recent graduate, or seasoned professional looking to mentor others, this episode delivers practical insights about building a successful engineering career.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Introduction and Background2:06 - EIT Exam Strategy and Professional License Path5:00 - Setting Yourself Apart as a Young Engineer7:44 - Current Projects and Real-World Challenges10:57 - AI's Role in Civil Engineering14:12 - Private vs Public Sector Career Decisions21:22 - The Future of Transportation and Transit Systems25:02 - Entrepreneurial Path and Starting Your Own Firm32:17 - Biggest Career Inspirations and Project Interests36:28 - New Graduate Challenges and Industry Changes41:51 - Finding Mentors and Developing Soft Skills46:10 - Final Advice and Wrap-upSubscribe for more insights on infrastructure, transportation policy, and engineering career development from industry leaders and rising professionals.Learn more about Connector JPA: https://connectorjpa.com Guest: Orgil Batchuluun - 2024 Sacramento State College Graduate in Civil Engineering - https://www.linkedin.com/in/orgilbatchuluun/