29 January - 29 January, 2025
January 29 at 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM UTC+0
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Webinar details
Stay ahead in the dynamic world of engineering – join us for an exclusive webinar designed to equip you with the insights and practical know-how you need to thrive in today’s competitive job market.
In this session, you’ll uncover the latest industry trends, discover in-demand skills, and get actionable advice to enhance your career prospects with use of the latest tools in AI.
Plus, all attendees will receive our latest engineering jobs research in our Engineering Jobs Report, providing valuable data on the global job market and what top employers are looking for!
- The webinar will be recorded and will be sent out to registered attendees afterwards.
- A certificate of attendance will be provided to attendees who request one near the end of the live webinar session.
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Key takeaways from this webinar
Key Trends in Engineering Jobs
Discover how emerging technologies like AI, data analytics, and renewable energy are reshaping the industry. Gain a comprehensive overview of engineering job trends in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, South Africa, the USA, Ireland and Canada. Get the inside scoop on where the opportunities are and what employers are seeking.
In-Demand Skills for Success
Learn about the cutting-edge engineering skills that employers want and what will set you apart.
AI and YOU
Learn the key building blocks of AI and then perform an AI analysis of selected videos for engineering design and safety issues.
Key Topics in this webinar
- Where are the Jobs?
- Key Engineering Skills Employers want
- AI and YOU – How it will help you
- Breakout Groups and Presentations
- Wrap Up
About the presenter
Steve Mackay, EIT’s Dean of Engineering
Dr. Mackay has enjoyed a varied career in engineering, having worked in automation, data acquisition, instrumentation, data communications, and process control throughout Australia, Europe, Africa, and North America over the past 35 years. He has successfully pioneered the application of new technologies in Australia and overseas, installing industrial data communication systems and implementing live online education, (including remote laboratories), for engineering students worldwide.
Steve Mackay has been involved in a range of industries, including power stations, mining, mineral processing, oil/gas/petrochemical plants, and platforms. He has presented courses on industrial data communications, data acquisition, instrumentation, and process control to over 30,000 engineers and technicians worldwide for clients such as NASA, Rolls Royce, and BP. He has also co-authored and edited 25 engineering books that have been published across the world. Steve Mackay is a Fellow of Engineers Australia with a license to practice as a Chemical, Mechanical, and Electrical Chartered Professional Engineer.
As Dean of the Engineering Institute of Technology, Steve Mackay leads the institute in providing micro-credentials and engineering qualifications to over 1500 students per year from 140 countries. He has an unswerving focus on student outcomes and on excellence in education.