EPISODE · Jun 9, 2024 · 28 MIN
The Civil Side of Silicon: A Civil Engineer’s Transition to Tech with Stefanie Reichman
from The Civil Engineering Academy Podcast · host Isaac Oakeson
Feeling trapped by “traditional” engineering roles? Do you want a way out to a career you truly enjoy? 🤔 Well, meet Stefanie Reichman, PE!In this episode, Stefanie shares her journey from dissatisfaction with both the design and project management aspects of engineering to discovering her dream career at Bluebeam that aligns with her life goals. If you’ve been considering a career pivot, whether within the industry or moving to something totally new, this interview has all the guidelines you need to do it right. 😉Tune in to Learn:Why she took the FE Exam while in school (Hint: not what you think)Her journey to pass the PE Construction Exam in the pandemicFrom engineering to tech: Her career pivots to find a job she liked How her application process went and what she does at Bluebeam todayIs the AEC industry good for soon-to-be mothers?Tips and advice if you’re considering making a career changeThe pros and cons of working in the tech industry as a PEDo you need PDHs even if you don’t use your PE license at work?What she enjoys the most about her work in techIs working at a tech company as good as it’s advertised?How to start your search for engineering tech jobs the right wayHer resources to help you make a career pivot🤝 OUR PARTNER:Audible☑️ Resources Mentioned:Free Career Pivot ChecklistCareer Pivot GuideBluebeamFAA's Drone License📧 Connect With Stefanie:LinkedIn🎁 Freebies:The 5 Best FE ResourcesThe Civil PE Startup Guide📚 Exam Prep Resources:Main WebsiteThe Ultimate Civil FE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Review CourseThe Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review CoursesFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Breadth Practice ExamsPE Depth Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam Simulator📱 Connect With Us:Free CEA CommunityYouTube [email protected]
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Feeling trapped by “traditional” engineering roles? Do you want a way out to a career you truly enjoy? 🤔 Well, meet Stefanie Reichman, PE!In this episode, Stefanie shares her journey from dissatisfaction with both the design and project management aspects of engineering to discovering her dream career at Bluebeam that aligns with her life goals. If you’ve been considering a career pivot, whether within the industry or moving to something totally new, this interview has all the guidelines you need to do it right. 😉Tune in to Learn:Why she took the FE Exam while in school (Hint: not what you think)Her journey to pass the PE Construction Exam in the pandemicFrom engineering to tech: Her career pivots to find a job she liked How her application process went and what she does at Bluebeam todayIs the AEC industry good for soon-to-be mothers?Tips and advice if you’re considering making a career changeThe pros and cons of working in the tech industry as a PEDo you need PDHs even if you don’t use your PE license at work?What she enjoys the most about her work in techIs working at a tech company as good as it’s advertised?How to start your search for engineering tech jobs the right wayHer resources to help you make a career pivot🤝 OUR PARTNER:Audible☑️ Resources Mentioned:Free Career Pivot ChecklistCareer Pivot GuideBluebeamFAA's Drone License📧 Connect With Stefanie:LinkedIn🎁 Freebies:The 5 Best FE ResourcesThe Civil PE Startup Guide📚 Exam Prep Resources:Main WebsiteThe Ultimate Civil FE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Review CourseThe Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review CoursesFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Breadth Practice ExamsPE Depth Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam Simulator📱 Connect With Us:Free CEA CommunityYouTube [email protected]
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