Building the Future: A Young Engineer’s Perspective

In this episode of the Soft as Steel podcast, host Dennis Doran interviews Daniel Dahlinger, a young engineer with hands-on experience in the construction industry. Their conversation dives into the importance of soft skills, the challenges young professionals face when entering the workforce, and the generational friction that exists on job sites. Daniel stresses the importance of companies aligning their vision with the personal goals of young engineers to foster long-term engagement. They also explore how integrating technology in construction can enhance safety and job stability. Daniel makes a compelling case for implementing fair family leave programs as a way to make the industry more appealing to emerging talent.