Engineer, Your Career

In this episode, co-host Brennan Tymrak shares what it is like to be a Product Development Engineer for Bissell Homecare in Grand Rapids, MI. In our conversation, we talk about Brennan’s recent pivot to a new type of mechanical engineering job from his previous role as a calibration engineer. Additionally, Brennan gave some great insight into how to view the performance evaluation part of every job with specific emphasis on what engineers don’t think about. You won’t want to miss it! Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Mareah Meulemans a Manufacturing Engineer at Georgia Pacific in Zachary, LA. In our conversation with Mareah, we talk about what life is like being responsible for the machines that make high demand paper products during a pandemic. Mareah also gave us some great insight into self management and how you can take charge of your future by looking at your current situation and seeing where you need to grow. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Bill Alcini an inertia welding specialist in the chief engineering department at GE Aviation in Evendale, OH. Bill’s career path has taken him through many different types of jobs, but all largely in the technical realm. As an engineer you often find yourself being pushed to decide on the management or technical route and Bill’s story is a great one to help show you what it is like to lean technical. In addition, Bill gives some excellent personal advice about how to find peace and happiness with your career goals. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Tom Demmon a Career Services Coordinator at The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. MI Tom Spent 30 years in industry leaving as a Director of one of the world’s top furniture manufacturers. From there he went into academia teaching, but ultimately playing a significant role in internship programs and career advising. In our conversation with Tom, we got a wealth of career advice that speaks to both industry and academic perspectives. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Maryssa Weir an Occupancy Safety Performance Engineer at General Motors in Detroit, MI. In our conversation with Maryssa, we talk about what life is like making the vehicles we drive everyday safe for people of all sizes. Additionally, Maryssa gave some great advice about the framework she uses to be successful in her career and happy in life. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Joe Dammel a Staff Attorney at The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in St. Paul, MN. In our conversation with Joe, we talk about what life was like realizing he wanted to go into law while getting his bachelors in environmental engineering. Joe gave some great advice about how to stay focused on your big picture dream when navigating your career journey. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Adam Heinzen a Controller Lead at Polaris Industries in Minneapolis, MN. In our conversation with Adam, we talk about what life is like getting engines to actually run in our vehicles. Adam also gave some great advice about how to navigate job changes and work/life balance. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Megan Kreiger a Research Mechanical Engineer at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) – Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL). In our conversation with Megan, we talk about what life is like working with large scale 3D printers to construction concrete buildings. Megan also provided some excellent advice for how to navigate the often challenging task of finding your career path. Download the transcript here Megan Kreiger3D Printed Bridge3D Printed BuildingMid Process3D Printed BuildingThe team

In this episode, we talk to Pat Bagby a Senior Program Manager at Roush Industries in Livonia, Michigan. In our conversation with Pat, we talk about what life is like managing noise and vibration as well as casting product programs. Pat also gives some great advice for those thinking about the technology path in college (i.e. Mechanical Engineering Technology in his case) and how to learn to read a print! Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Sally Haselschwardt a Systems Engineer at the Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) at the University of Colorado Boulder. In our conversation with Sally, we talk about what life is like as an aerospace engineer as well as get some great insight into what the early career can look like for someone who wants to be an astronaut. Sally also gives some great advice for how to effectively learn from your colleagues. Download the transcript here

Welcome to the next episode of EYC After Hours. The AH format is just Brennan and Troy talking about a specific topic. In this episode we talk through our reflections on what we did not gain from undergrad. It is an honest reflection so that engineering students can know what areas you need to cultivate outside of your schooling. We hope you enjoy it. If you have any additional questions or comments on this topic, please comment on the website or email us at admin@eycpodcast.com and we will revisit them on the next AH episode. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Prashanth Rao a Data Scientist and Software Developer in Vancouver, Canada. In our conversation with Prashanth, we talk about what it was like for him to transition from mechanical engineering to data science as well as hear some great approaches to being a better lifelong learner. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Tony Hayes a Design Mechanical Engineer at Black & Veatch in Kansas City, MO. In our conversation with Tony, we talk about what his daily life is like working as a system design (not Computer Aided Design) engineer as well as hear some great approaches to being a better communicator at the “office.” Download the transcript here Tony during the Peace Corp in Peru

In this episode, we talk to Kevin Wittrup a seasoned serial entrepreneur who currently serves as the CEO & Co-Founder at CardioSounds LLC in Ann Arbor, MI. In our conversation with Kevin, we talk about what his daily life is like leading a startup as well as explore what the path to starting a company looks like for an engineer. Feeling discontent in the corporate machine? This episode is for you! Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Meha Chiraya a Sales Planner at Amgen in Thousand Oaks, CA. In our conversation with Meha, we talk about what her daily life was like working as a Senior Marketing Manager and really explore what going the business route looks like with an engineering degree. Download the transcript here

Welcome to the first episode of EYC After Hours. After Hours (AH) is a new EYC format where just Brennan and Troy sit down to discuss singular topics related to engineering. In this episode we walk through lots of information related to getting your Master’s degree. If you have been thinking about getting a Master’s, this episode would be great for you! We hope you enjoy it. If you have any additional questions or comments on this topic, please comment on the website or email us at admin@eycpodcast.com and we will revisit them on the next AH episode. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Justin Ayers a control systems engineer at Caterpillar in Peoria, IL. In our conversation with Justin, we talk about what his daily life is like working as a controls engineer as well as hear some great tips on how to become a great mentor to others. Download the transcript here At career fairAt workSpecific piece of equipment Justin worked on

In this episode, we talk to Jon Johnson the Station Engineering Manager at Wolverine Power Supply Cooperative in Cadillac, MI. In our conversation with Jon, we talk about what his daily life was like working as a power electrical engineer as well as hear about the many benefits of being a lifelong learner. Download the transcript here

In this episode, we talk to Eric Rinkus who is a Software Engineer at YouTube. In our conversation with Eric, we talk about what his daily life is like and hear a first hand account of what it’s like to move out west to work at one of the big software giants. Download the transcript here

In this episode, EYC’s very own Troy Bouman talks about his career journey and how mentors played a key role in the path he went down. Troy is currently a PhD Candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Michigan Technological University focusing in acoustics and vibration. Download the transcript here Troy’s FamilyTroy at Roush with DalePhD LabPhD LabTesting the Ford GT at RoushTesting the Roush Mustang at RoushTesting the Roush Mustang at RoushExample of testingTestingExample of testingAlternative/AC noise testing cell

In this episode, we talk to Kaitlin Tymrak who is an Environmental Engineering Project Manager in New Orleans, LA. In our conversation with Kaitlin, we talk about what her daily life was like working in environmental remediation as well as hear a great example of how you can use getting your Masters to perform a career pivot. Download the transcript here

On the podcast today, we talk to Chais Eliason, a NASCAR Race Engineer at Hendrick Motorsports in Concord, NC. In our conversation with Chais, we talked about what daily life is like being a Race Engineer as well as hear a great example of how hard work can pay off. Download the transcript here Chais Eliason on Race Day2016 NASCAR Cup Series Champions