Upskill, retrain

Are companies doing enough to provide reskilling opportunities for the existing mechanical and manufacturing engineering workforce to keep up with technological advancements??

While some companies have recognized the importance of reskilling their mechanical and manufacturing engineering workforce, there remains a disparity in the levels of commitment and investment.?

Engineering is transforming at lightning speed - innovative technologies. IoT, AI, robotics, and automation have changed the engineering landscape and, with that, the roles of mechanical and manufacturing engineers.?

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The facilitation of new technologies is a big bonus for companies looking to increase the optimization of business processes, improve efficiency, and minimize costs.?

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However, the industry now faces a burgeoning skills gap due to the complexities required to integrate technologies into traditional engineering applications.?

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With the industry moving towards a technological future, the skills and expertise required are also ever-evolving due to the rapid speed of new technologies that will elevate industrial needs; because of this, many mechanical and manufacturing engineers require proficient upskilling and training.?

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Ensuring that the talent pool is future-proofed starts now with training that resonates and aligns with the requirements the industry needs, but also upcoming technical skills that engineers and the industry need to be aware of - technological progress within the engineering sphere.??

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In a 2017 McKinsey survey of 116 executives at large organizations, nearly two-thirds of respondents said skills were a top ten issue for their companies.??

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Only 7 percent of respondents thought their companies were fully prepared to address the skill gaps they expected over the subsequent five years.?

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Within the report, leaders recognized that automation and digitization would likely create significant skill gaps in operationally intensive sectors, but most reported a ‘need’ to prepare for the challenge.?

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McKinsey also stated that programs must address every level of the organization. Successful companies approach automation and digitization as a comprehensive transformation program that is driven by top management and involves most of the organizations’ managerial workforces.?

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The time is now for the engineering sector to introduce and integrate appropriate training to allow workers and the upcoming engineering talent pool to work in tune with new technologies.??

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If you’re seeking the most skilled and effective mechanical and engineering talent to join your workforce, I can help – I specialize in connecting candidates with innovative engineering companies, specifically in Michigan – contact me today to discuss your bespoke hiring needs.??