Paid Education: Lifelong Lessons in Tech with Jose Elizalde

What does it take to stay relevant in the rapidly evolving world of automation for over two decades? Jose Elizalde shares his transition from a field electrician at Intercontinental Airport to becoming a top-tier designer at ARC Specialties. Discover how a commitment to "paid education" and mastering complex global safety codes can turn a job into a lifelong career of innovation.The "Insatiable" Mindset"You don’t just show up to a place and bring value by just showing up. You bring value because you learn something, and then you bring something to the company, and that brings value to yourself. And that’s what they pay you for." — Jose Elizalde In this episode, Dan Allford sits down with Jose Elizalde to discuss the drive for knowledge required to succeed in modern robotics. Jose reveals the technical hurdles of building machines for 33 different countries, including the nuances of 50Hz versus 60Hz power systems and navigating the stringent A3 robotics safety certification. Beyond the blueprints, Jose shares his personal story—from serving in the U.S. Marine Corps to his latest challenge: conquering the Texas journeyman electrician exam on his first attempt.Main Takeaways:The Value of Certification: Why A3 Robot Integrator certification is a game-changer for safety and record-keeping.Global Engineering: Adapting to international standards like IEC and varying electrical frequencies across borders.Career Evolution: How to leverage on-the-job learning to move from manual labor to complex system design.The "Always in School" Mindset: Why learning CNC, 3D printing, and new codes is essential to avoid falling behind the curve.Watch the Episode HERE