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Jun 2024
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The Civil Side of Silicon: A Civil Engin...

ISAAC OAKESON
About this episode

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 pandemic

  • From engineering to tech: Her career pivots to find a job she liked 

  • How her application process went and what she does at Bluebeam today

  • Is the AEC industry good for soon-to-be mothers?

  • Tips and advice if you’re considering making a career change

  • The pros and cons of working in the tech industry as a PE

  • Do you need PDHs even if you don’t use your PE license at work?

  • What she enjoys the most about her work in tech

  • Is working at a tech company as good as it’s advertised?

  • How to start your search for engineering tech jobs the right way

  • Her resources to help you make a career pivot


🤝 OUR PARTNER:

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☑️ Resources Mentioned:

Free Career Pivot Checklist

Career Pivot Guide

Bluebeam

FAA's Drone License


📧 Connect With Stefanie:

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🎁 Freebies:

The 5 Best FE Resources

The Civil PE Startup Guide

FREE CFM® Course Module


📚 Exam Prep Resources:

Main Website

The Ultimate Civil FE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Review Course

The Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review Courses

The Ultimate Floodplain Manager (CFM®) Review Course

FE Practice Exams

FE CBT Exam Simulator

PE Breadth Practice Exams

PE Depth Practice Exams

PE CBT Exam Simulator


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