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Structural engineering podcast by Max and Zach. Join in weekly as we discuss structural engineering topics and experiences for new engineers. TheEngineeringPodcast.com

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    • Apr 9, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Structural Engineering Podcast is a fantastic resource for those interested in or currently working in the field of structural engineering. As a recent listener, I have thoroughly enjoyed the first few episodes and am eagerly looking forward to hearing more. The hosts, Max and Zach, do an excellent job of providing valuable insights and information while maintaining an engaging and enjoyable tone throughout each episode.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the wealth of knowledge and experience that Max and Zach bring to the table. They are both highly skilled structural engineers with extensive backgrounds in the industry, and their expertise shines through in their discussions. From technical concepts to real-world projects, they cover a wide range of topics that are both informative and applicable to professionals in the field. It's impressive how they are able to break down complex ideas into easily understandable pieces, making it accessible for both experts and newcomers alike.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its focus on professional development. Whether you're a student, intern, or experienced engineer, there is something for everyone in these episodes. Max and Zach offer practical advice on topics such as career advancement, networking, continuing education, and more. They also frequently interview industry leaders and experts who share their own experiences and insights, further enriching the content of the podcast.

    While it's difficult to find any major flaws with this podcast, one minor criticism could be that some episodes can be quite technical in nature. For listeners who may not have an extensive background in structural engineering or related fields, certain concepts may be harder to grasp at first listen. However, this is only a small drawback as Max and Zach usually do a good job of explaining these ideas in simple terms or providing additional resources for further learning.

    In conclusion, The Structural Engineering Podcast is an exceptional resource for structural engineers at all levels. The hosts' expertise combined with their ability to present technical information in an accessible manner make this podcast invaluable for anyone looking to expand their knowledge and further their career in the field. I highly recommend giving it a listen - you won't be disappointed!



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    Latest episodes from The Structural Engineering Podcast

    Episode 89 - Our 5 Best?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 49:10


    This episode Zach and Max discuss the 5 most important building to them in the last 5 years, and under construction currently. We have a lot of great technical talks coming up or being edited as we speak, but dive in as we get back to our favorite hobby.Also, we are starting a structural trivia, Just two emails a week, 6 questions total. Facts only, generally referencing code books. A great way to stay sharp, and not just be the best in your office, you can prove it. Here or belowhttps://forms.gle/2JRqawfiGn1dWy3g9Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 88 - Ultra High Performance Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2024 38:49


    This week we get to continue our education in to UHPC with a discussion with Joe Bunkers from Gage Brothers. Gage Brothers is a group of precast experts helping move the needle on UHPC production and use, take a peak at the links below for a very cool project that comes up in our conversation, and reach out to if you have any questions at all.Steel District redevelopment projecthttps://gagebrothers.com/Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 87 - How strong is your understanding of UHPC?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 38:32


    This weeks episode is about one of the most unique materials we have had in a while. Now you may say this is concrete, which we've been pretty good at since 1300 BC, and while that isnt incorrect, we say its so much more than stone, clay, and limestone from 3300 years ago, this is Ultra High Performance! So sit back and let us ask the dumb questions while we learn about UHPC, the many advantrages, and where we might see it in the future.Fun Links:FHA Introduction to UHPCPCI PresentationReach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 86 - Succesfully Engineering A Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 33:04


    We are lucky enough to have one more episode with Scott Johnson this week. Scott was our primary host at Louisiana Pacific and works in the construction services sector. We had a short conversation with Scott about his career path and quickly decided we wanted to hear more. From the Marines to teaching Masonry design and finally wood elements, It seems Scott has seen it all, so join in, and I have a feeling you'll take some good lessons away from this conversation. Check out Louisiana Pacific products here: https://lpcorp.com/Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 85 - Long Spans And Short Timelines

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 65:57


    Welcome to another exciting episode of The Structural Engineering Podcast! Today, we have the pleasure of chatting with Scott Collins, an innovative engineer whose remarkable work caught our attention in a recent article in Modern Steel. Join us as we delve into the diverse projects Scott is involved in, and don't hesitate to share any questions you have for him.Also, The structural Python Course is getting so close to launch. If you're interested in joining in, or learning more, the course will only be available to those on the email list, so head to https://www.structuralpython.com/ to check it out. And, Connor put together a great video highlighting some of the advantages of being able to create your own calculation software so take a look at that HERE to spark some problem solving creativity.Mr. Beast Dominos (This is different knowing an engineer was involved):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bx-lGhBgOQUPython Link: podcast.structuralpython.comModern Steel Magazine: https://www.aisc.org/globalassets/modern-steel/archives/2022/april2022.pdfReach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 84 - MF Vs BF, Pick your team

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2024 48:54


    This episode of the structural engineering podcast is a showdown of epic proportions, BRACE yourself, or maybe reserve a MOMENT to listen to the show? Zach and Max compete for the best R=3 system and discuss where they hold advantages. So pick your team, and join in.And, We're getting much closer to the launch of connors course (Episode 77), I'll certainly be joining in and I even get the chance to learn a little python for this episode to help team BF win. So check out his link below. https://www.structuralpython.com/Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 83 - Engineering Sales: Curiosity's Role

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 90:20


    In this episode of the Structural Engineering Podcast, we explore the crucial yet often overlooked topic of sales in engineering with consultant Mark Wainwright. Discover how curiosity enhances both engineering and sales skills as we delve into the interrelated dynamics of client relations, offering essential insights for our professional journey. Check out more of Marks work at the link below.https://www.wainwrightinsight.com/Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 82 - Financial Engineering

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 62:07


    This week is unique for us, as it's not a direct structural engineering resource but it's a topic that I am certain you need to understand while you plan out your career. Zach and I are talking with Ryan Sullivan, an engineer who left his design job to go after a passion in financial planning. This is a great story for all the engineers with a pocket full of "numbers" questions, and we finally have the right person to ask. So join in while we learn how we should think about this critical, and engineering adjacent, decision framework for your work life. Ryan Website can be found here: https://www.obpfinancial.com/And I also wanted to link in Connor's (Episode 77) new Python course, I'll certainly be joining in since I see this as a beneficial future set of skills for our profession, Check it out here:https://www.structuralpython.com/

    Episode 81 - Keeping The Fire Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 48:16


    This Episode we continue our series of conversations at Luisiana Pacific and this time we get to learn all about fire design. We are talking with Scott Johnson who made the transition from consulting structural engineer to a whole host of tasks and skills at LP. We get to hear all about fire deaign, where exactly the responsibilty falls, and how structural engineers can make better more efficient buildings with even a little understanding in this area. As akways, reach out to us on the email below with any questions at all, If we dont know the answer we will happily pass it along to Scott. Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 80 - The future of Mass Timber - Countless Reasons To Learn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2024 42:31


    In this installment, we delve further into the realm of Mass Timber design. As the popularity of this material rises, we're looking forward to continuing out education and helping spread the conversation. Our guest for this episode is Mark Robertson, an engineer who has been at the forefront of the Mass Timber movement throughout his entire career. Join the discussion, and feel free to ask any questions you may have for him (or us). Let's explore the exciting developments in Mass Timber together!

    Episode 79 - The Engineering of Building Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 38:52


    This Episode will be the first part of our Louisiana Pacific series put together when Zack and Max visited LP at their Tennessee headquarters and tried to learn everything we could manage in a few short days. This first conversation is with Neil Freidberg, a building scientist at LP, and an absolute expert in building science and moisture and thermal control in a structure. We start with the intro of what exactly a building scientist does for the other Structural Engineers that can only guess, and move into some of the detailing items and questions we should be addressing in every design. Enjoy, and feel free to write in if you have any questions for us or Neil. Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 78 - Done With The Podcast?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 41:53


    After 4 years we decide if we've hit the end...is the SE podcast done? Join in while we talk about that, some great management discussion, CA PE, SE tests, and so much more.Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 77 - Open Source

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 70:32


    In todays episode we get to talk with a group of people that are each doing amazing things in the computer programming space as it relates to structural engineering and sharing their work in an open source platform. Listen in to learn about Python, open source, a bit of AI, and much more. You may find, like I did, that understanding the programs we use at a deeper level will absolutely make us better in our field, and it's pretty dang fun to learn as well.Please take a look at all these links picked out of today's episode:Structural Python - https://www.structuralpython.com/Git Hub - github.com Spyder - https://www.spyder-ide.org/Pynite - https://github.com/JWock82/PyNitePycba - https://pypi.org/project/PyCBA/ pystra - python structural reliability analysis - https://pystra.github.io/Jupyter Lab - https://jupyter.org/Spekle - https://speckle.systems/Excel is evil (presentation) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NuTlczV72Qselenium - https://www.selenium.dev/ospgrillage - Bridge deck grillage analysis - https://monashsmartstructures.github.io/ospgrillage/ OpenSeesPy - https://openseespydoc.readthedocs.io Why I left SE - https://mclare.blog/posts/why-i-left-structural-engineering/ Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 76 - Building Tall

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 56:10


    This episode we get the chance to continue our conversation with Jordan Jarrett and learn about a unique design challenge that very few engineers get the opportunity to work on, but we all "literally" look up to. We're talking about tall buildings today, and learning how they work and in what way's they're different from our normal office buildings.Below are some great links on the subject including many of the buildings we discussed:https://www.ctbuh.org/resource/height Park Tower: https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/park-tower-at-transbay/20058Tower in Amazon Campus: https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/amazon-tower-iii/17085150 North Riverside: https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/150-north-riverside/15587SkyRise Miami: https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/skyrise-miami/15973Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 75 - Equity, Education, and Growing in Your Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 36:25


    This week we get to talk with Jordan Jarrett, an engineer with an impressive career spanning a renowned technical firm to teaching at a college, she's seen a broad spectrum of the resources we have for education beyond college, and shares some tips on navigating your career, enjoy the talk, and check out some of the links below.SE3CASENCSEAReach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 74 - Starting with 2050

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 39:02


    This episode is with Connor Lewer, a structural engineer with Professional Engineering Consultants out of the Colorado office. We're talking with Connor about their steps in the SE2050 movement and take the chance to ask a lot of introductory questions to continue our education in the school of embodied Carbon. Some Helpful Links:SE 2050Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 73 - Negotiating Your Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 53:41


    This Episode is unique in its guest but relevant and valuable in content. This week we get the chance to talk with Dan Oblinger, a hostage negotiator, and business coach focusing on the engineering side of things. Zach has had Dan come to his firm and it was a fantastic experience, If you get the chance to have Dan come help your team, make sure to listen to the end of the show for a special deal on the coaching Dan provides for podcast listeners. A couple links I recommend checking out:Dan's WebsiteDan's Books

    Episode 72 - Building With The Future in Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 60:24


    This episode is with Ethan Fogle of HGA Architects and Engineers about some of his work and an itroduction for us regarding sustainability and embodied carbod as it relates to structural engineers. This is a theme that we've wanted to share for a long time so this episode goes a bit longer than usual but we think its valuable information to understand moving ahead in our careers and as an industry, enjoy!Some Helpful Links:SE 2050Arch 2030Dovetail PartnersForest Management Reach out to us:InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

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    Episode 71 - Dampers, How to Shake it up and Slow it Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 51:29


    This episode we're talking with Trevor Haskett of motioneering, motioneering is one of the worlds premier firms managing damping systems. If you've ever seen the picture of the large golden ball pendulum type structure in Taipei 101, motioneering would be the team behind it. Enjoy our conversation while we learn a little more about the practical terms of a damper, weight and volume requirements, and the many systems available to the designer. InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 70 - School-Masters-Your First Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 52:52


    This week we talk with David Wu, a new engineer recently completing his undergrad, and now finishing up a great internship before grad school. We talk with David about what new engineers can expect from the working world, and we ask about how his education prepared him for his first structural internship and why he chose a masters. If your either getting started in the working world yourself, or bringing on your first junior engineer, this will be a great episode for you.If you have any questions, feel free to send us an email, and otherwise it's great to be back. InstagramLinkedInEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 69 - The Art of Mass Timber

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 36:39


    This week we talk with Robert Malczyk, an experienced engineer on the forefront of mass timber design and the founding principle of Timber Engineering Based in Vancouver BC. We talk about what type of Architect/Engineer relationships we may want to aim for as our careers move forward, and the ones that have stood out to Robert throughout his career. If you have any questions, feel free to send us an email, and otherwise it's great to be back. Mola Structural Kit (On sale till Nov 7th!)InstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 68 - Should you be a sales Engineer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 37:50


    This week we talk with Jason Hoover, he's the senior director for structural solution with MITEK. After listening to the episode let us know if you would ever switch over to engineering sales or if you currently are in engineering sales let us know how you like it.If you plan to be in Denver for this year's Steel Conference on March 23rd through the 25th swing by booth 2203 and meet Jason in person.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 67 - Pultruded FRP

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 51:42


    Zach and Max sit down with Jake Althouse, an FRP enthusiast, certainly an expert by my standards, and head of advanced materials at Frost Engineeeing. Jake gave us the run-down on all things FRP. If you've ever wondered when, how, and why to use FRP, this episode will pull(trude) you to your first succesful FRP project.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 66 - GC and SE walk into a bar...

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 53:12


    This week we talk with Chris Whittle a project engineer at a construction company. It's taken some time but we got a contractor to join us on the show. Let us know what your thoughts are on the episode and any questions you might have! WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 65 - Concrete for Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 27:58


    In this episode Max gets stuck in the office wrapping up a concrete submittal before the holidays. Luckily Tyler Ley swings by to help save the day and teach us about the miracle of concrete. For more from Tyler, Check out the links below:Tyler's YouTubeAdditional info on:Aggregate In ConcreteCement ContentCement TypesThere is so much more on Tyler's YouTube channel, so go check it out!WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 64 - Shingle It

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 43:21


    This week we are talking with Aaron and Wes, the Founders of a new platform for remote and flexible freelance structural work. That's probably not a combination of words you often come across. Shingle is looking to shake up how work is done in the engineering community, and I have a good feeling that they will. We hope you enjoy the episode, and check out their website below.www.Shingleit.comWebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 62 - Blast Design with Jon Schmidt

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 62:12


    This week we are talking with John Schmidt a structural engineer with Burns and McDonnell about blast design and the loads of which are applied to structures. We enjoyed speaking with John and hope to discuss different topics in the future. Let us know what your thought are about the episode!WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 62 - How do you S.O.G.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 41:01


    Welcome back to the structural engineering podcast! It's been a busy few months and we're finally getting around to editing some of the conversations we've had in that time. This episode Zach and Max discuss our take on Slab on Grade Design with added tips and tricks picked up at the World Of Concrete Convention. We hope you enjoy, and since this can be a hotly debated topic, if you disagree with anything we've brought up, we'd love to talk about it. WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 61 - Mighty Buildings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 32:48


    In this episode we talk with Sam Ruben, the Co-founder of Mighty Buildings, a company attempting to change the way we build residential and even commercial structures through 3D printing. At the SEP we believe the future of structures should, and will, look a lot different then our current practice. (Do you know how long we've been building houses with wood!?) If I were to place a bet, I think 3D printing will be a big portion of that, and these guys have a very cool system to help us get there. mightybuildings.comWebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

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    Episode 60 - Sustainability with Holmes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 40:48


    This week we talk with Megan Stringer and Erik Kneer of Holmes Structures. Both Megan and Erik are committed advocates for more sustainable practices in structural design. I admittedly didn't know how much SE's could do to reduce the total carbon emissions of a building project, but I was happy to find not only do we have a role in this space, but it's truly crucial to a sustainable, low carbon future.Links:Achieving net zero embodied carbon (pdf)EPD'sSE2050.orgBuildingtransparency.org WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 59 - Mass Timber in High Seismic?!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 36:26


    This week we talk with Ilana Danzig an associate with Aspect Structural Engineers. She brings a large knowledge of complex structures with a passion in timber. We hope you enjoy!Click here to see the connection. WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 58 - I'll See You in Court

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 29:29


    This week we hear from Sam Mcglamery, Executive VP of vertex engineering. Sam has been a structural engineer far longer than I've been alive. At this point in his career he often uses his knowledge and experience to serve as an expert witness and standard of care expert. We reached out to Sam because we wanted to know the reality behind lawsuits and engineering, how likely are they, and what actually happens. We hope you enjoy.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 57 - FRP, Bonding With Simpson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 37:17


    This week we talked with Aniket Borwanker, a production manager at Simpson Strong Tie. Aniket it tasked with developing and testing new uses for FRP products. FRP includes fiberglass and carbon fiber wrap used in seismic retrofit's, bridges, wall strengthening, and many other possible applications. We learn all the places you can stick this stuff, how strong it is, and some tips on designing with it. Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 56 - Present your science

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 50:45


    This week we talked with Melissa Marshall, an expert science communicator, and probably the only TED speaker we'll ever convince to join us on the show. Melissa shares tips for communicating science and engineering terms and how to give more effective presentations.We recommend checking out her company:https://www.presentyourscience.com/and her ted talkhttps://www.ted.com/talks/melissa_marshall_talk_nerdy_to_meAlso, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

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    Episode 55 - A Primer on Forensics

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2021 32:23


    This weeks guest is a little different than usual. We're talking with Sarah Lazar, a very specific recruiter working for the firm LVI. Sarah recruits for forensic engineering firms and only in the Midwest, but we're not talking to Sarah because we're looking for a job. She is also passionate and knowledgeable about the field of forensics structural engineering and offered to share what she knows with us. we hope you like it.Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 54 - Misunderstood Seismic Principles Pt 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2021 31:22


    This is Part 2 of our interview with Emily Guglielmo, a principle at Martin and Martin, and a member of the ASCE 7 wind and seismic committees. We learned a ton talking with her over an hour and decided to split the episode up in to bite sized chunks.Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 53 - Misunderstood Seismic Principles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 25:12


    Gosh it's been a long time since we've put out an episode, but we're starting this season on a high note. Our first interview this year was with Emily Guglielmo, a principle at Martin and Martin, and a member of the ASCE 7 wind and seismic committees. We learned a ton talking with her over an hour and decided to split the episode up in to bite sized chunks. With that, enjoy part 1 of 2, and check back shortly for the next one.Also, we've started a little newsletter. Now I know more email is not what most people are looking for, but we're hoping you'll make an exception. Every Tuesday morning we send out a short snip highlighting the most important engineering related story of the past week, as well as a 1 minute trivia for those studying for an exam or looking to stay sharp. Head over to our website below and you'll be prompted to sign up.WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 52 - Totally Tubular

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 45:26


    This week we talked with Ted Goldstein PE of Tubular Connections and the inventor of the Shuriken nut keeper. We all know tubes generally make for more efficient and compact column shapes, but connections can be a challenge. Luckily Ted's got us covered. Check out his website at TubularConnect.com, or for a quick video of the product, check THIS outFinally, for a product data sheet, head over HERE To talk with us, just check out the following:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 51 - Precast Concrete Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2020 27:11


    This week we talked with Nathan Krause PE a Precast Concrete engineer located in the mid-west. As season two of the SE Podcast comes to an end, we will have additional precast episodes next season including detailing and seismic design. Reach out to SE Podcast via: WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 50 - Annie Kao

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 46:01


    This week we talked with Annie Kao, the Vice President of Engineering at Simpson Strong-Tie. Annie brings insight for both an engineering and management prospective. During the episode we discuss the culture of Simpson Strong-Tie, why Toyota is important, and how to be a successful engineer. If you want to learn more about the Toyota philosophy check out the book (link below). The Toyota Way to Lean Leadership on Amazon.Reach out to SE Podcast via: WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 49 - Engineering the Chicago Skyline with Bob Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2020 49:17


    In this episode, we speak with Bob Johnson, a Chicago native and distinguished structural engineer that designed parts of the Chicago skyline. Bob's LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertbrandtjohnson/ Video of Bob work:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iTK9lizgLgReach out to SE Podcast via: WebsiteInstagramLinkedInFaceBookYouTubeEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.com

    Episode 48 - Performance Based Structural Fire Design

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 54:08


    We're talking with Kevin Lamalva this week of Warrington Fire all about PBSFD. If you've never heard of this, in short, its using additional strength within the structure and rigorous analysis over a "blind" application of fireproofing material. There are a number of advantages here, from potential cost savings to a more defined level of performance. Traditional fire rating is terribly outdated, and PBSFD is on it's way to becoming a competitive technique. Kevin is the Author of many design guides, references, and white papers on the topic, and is truly one of the experts in the field. Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 47 - Intro to Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 29:36


    Warning: This is not an episode we know all that much about! We talked with Kevin LaMalva who wrote the book (many of them) on performance based fire engineering. This is not that episode, that comes next. Before we get to the high level, Zach and I try to learn for ourselves what the IBC says about fire proofing, how it is applied, and what structural engineers should know. Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episdoe 46 - Fast+Epp, a lot more than mass timber

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2020 45:23


    Fast + Epp has become world renown for innovative and beautiful design in mass timber. As a fairly small firm with 35 years of experience behind them they have managed to work on some of the most exciting and structurally creative projects you're likely to see across the US, Canada, and Europe. We talk with Ian Boyle, one of the principals of Fast + Epp about not just mass timber, but the design philosophies of Fast + Epp and much more.Enjoy Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 45 - Engineering Our Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2020 36:44


    We recently had the opportunity to chat with Luis Duque, a bridge engineer in Boulder Colorado and the host of the 'Engineering Our Future" podcast. Luis created began his podcast to share his experiences navigating the early stages of an engineering career. His episodes discuss everything from nailing a resume to managing work life balance. Check out his podcast on any major platform, or through his website: https://www.luisfelipeduque.com/ Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 44 - Skinny Braces

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 36:14


    This week we're talking with Thor Matteson, A structural engineer in California, and the inventor of Skinny Braces. These unique braces attach a ductile fuse to an old fashioned cantilever column system to create a chimera of unmatched R value. Or really, you get to use an R=6.5, just like a wood framed shear wall. This gives you all the benefits of a cantilever column system without the huge footings and low R. The skinny brace is aptly named because it takes up a tiny amount of space compared to the competitors in the soft story retrofit space. Check them out here: https://www.quakebracing.com/Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 43 - Starting your own firm?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 41:05


    This week we chat with Blake Larsen of Larsen structural Design. Blake has done something that many of us dream of, a few try, and very few do well. That's start his very own engineering company, and grow it to be a success. If you've ever considered going out on your own, this episode is for you. Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 42 - Awesome Framers

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 47:25


    This week we have an awesome chat with awesome framers (Check em out on instagram) to answer questions live on Instagram with a group of contractors. It was a real blast sharing what we could and learning a lot about what we can do to make their job easier, and produce better structures together. We talked for two hours, so I cut it down to two parts. we hope to do it again some time (with better audio quality hopefully), so please enjoy part 1@AwesomeFramers We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcastIf you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting.Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 41 - Exciting news from Sideplate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 35:25


    We are adding an unscheduled addition to our regular podcast line-up to squeeze in an extra episode with Ryan Smith of Sideplate . When we heard the Engineers over at Sideplate had developed a fully bolted moment frame with the existing sideplate technology we had to learn a little more. Please enjoy our conversation with Ryan, and feel free to reach out to us or Sideplate with any questions.https://www.sideplate.com/https://www.linkedin.com/posts/sideplate-systems-inc-_sideplate-2020-all-bolted-connections-information-activity-6659133296917774337-vwkHWe're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcastIf you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting.Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 40 - High Rise Design

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 50:23


    This week Max and Zach sit down with the guys from Structuralengineeringbasics.com to discuss high rise design, and a little about the courses they provide. We hear some great stories about design in Dubai and an exciting project with some unique challenges in Canada. We recommend checking out their website at www.structuralengineeringbasics.com and If you'd like to check out their courses use code SEP25OFF for 25% off!We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcastIf you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting.Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

    Episode 39 - Tornado Shelters Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 36:45


    This is the second edition of tornado shelter design. This week we talk with Mark Kaiser of RLG to wrap up the story of tornado shelters, and talk about the future of shelter design.We're trying something new this year to help keep the podcast up and running and hopefully get even better. If you've learned something from our guests, consider becoming a patron of the show with the link https://www.patreon.com/SEPodcastIf you're liking the show please subscribe, and heck, send us an email, we really enjoy chatting.Website: theengineeringpodcast.comEmail: info@theengineeringpodcast.comInstagram: @structure_3dLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/structural-engineering-podcastFaceBook: facebook.com/structuralpodcastYouTube: youtu.be/KMSE1Nywa3E

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