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Being an Engineer

Aaron Moncur

324 episodes

17 hours ago

Send us a text Matt Puchalski is a roboticist and entrepreneur shaping the future of automation in manufacturing. As the founder and CEO of Bucket Robotics—part of Y Combinator’s Summer 2024 batch—Matt is building next-generation 3D vision systems designed to supercharge flexible manufacturing environments. His company combines high-quality monocular cameras with edge computing to enable real-time 3D perception, simplify integration, and generate meaningful metrics across production workflows...

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Send us a text Matt Puchalski is a roboticist and entrepreneur shaping the future of automation in manufacturing. As the founder and CEO of Bucket Robotics—part of Y Combinator’s Summer 2024 batch—Matt is building next-generation 3D vision systems designed to supercharge flexible manufacturing environments. His company combines high-quality monocular cameras with edge computing to enable real-time 3D perception, simplify integration, and generate meaningful metrics across production workflows...

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Episodes (20/324)

Being an Engineer

S6E36 Tessa Axsom | Casting, Metallurgy, & Finishing with Fictiv

Send us a text Tessa Axsom blends deep mechanical engineering know‑how with the craft of product marketing. Today she serves as Product Marketing Manager – CNC at Fictiv, the on‑demand manufacturing partner known for its robust CNC resources and design guides. In this role, she translates shop‑floor realities into crisp messages, actionable guidance, and programs that help engineers build better parts faster. Before moving into marketing, Tessa wrote extensively for Fictiv’s Resource Center, ...

6 days ago

42 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E35 Spencer Jones | AI for Engineers, Finding Venture Capital, & Accelerating Medtech Development

Send us a text Spencer Jones began his healthcare career as a registered nurse in Little Rock, Arkansas, where he witnessed firsthand the clinical need that sparked his first device: SafeBreak® Vascular, a patented solution to prevent IV line dislodgement. As a nursing alumnus of the University of Arkansas, Spencer led SafeBreak from idea to FDA approval in 2022, drawing on early mentorship from Innovate Arkansas and a successful accelerator experience with ZeroTo510. In 2015 he founded Lineu...

1 week ago

57 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E34 John Lembke | Best Practices for Hiring Engineers

Send us a text Join us for an in-depth conversation with John Lembke, a manufacturing engineering manager with over a decade of experience in factory digitization, lean manufacturing, and ERP integrations. John shares his proven strategies for hiring high-performing engineering teams, scaling production rapidly, and building effective manufacturing processes. From his early days around ice-making machinery to leading 60% capacity increases, John offers practical insights that engineering mana...

2 weeks ago

39 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E33 Bryant Foster | Design for Human Factors & User Experience

Send us a text Join us for an in-depth conversation with Bryant Foster, a human factors expert who's worked with industry giants like Google to make complex products simpler and safer. With a background in cognitive psychology, Bryant shares insights on designing user-friendly products, from surgical systems to smart thermostats, all while keeping the end user at the center of the design process. Main Topics: What drew Bryant into human factors and user experience designHow to define and achi...

3 weeks ago

51 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E32 Josh Zarecky | How To Travel The Country While Working As A Full Time Engineer

Send us a text In this engaging episode of Being An Engineer, Josh Zarecky shares his unique journey of running an engineering business while traveling across the United States in an RV. He discusses his background in mechanical engineering, the challenges and joys of remote work, and his innovative approach to developing industrial automation solutions. Main Topics: Transitioning from traditional engineering roles to entrepreneurshipTraveling and working remotely with a familyDeveloping the ...

1 month ago

47 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E31 Camden Shuman | Building a Second Brain, Co-ops, & Tools for Developing Your Network

Send us a text In this episode, Camden Shuman discusses his experiences as a co-op student at Siemens Healthineers, where he has gained valuable hands-on experience in mechanical design work. He also shares insights about his entrepreneurial venture, "The Engineering Way" newsletter, which aims to help engineering students and professionals develop their soft skills and network. Main Topics: Engineering education and the challenges of transitioning from high school to collegeThe difference be...

1 month ago

45 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E30 Jake Whinnery | Resources for Interviewing & Landing Engineering Jobs

Send us a text Jake shares his engineering journey, insights into technical interviews, and strategies for young engineers to succeed in the hardware industry. He discusses his experiences at companies like Tesla and Relativity Space and how he created Hardware is Hard to help mechanical engineers land top-tier jobs. Main Topics: Importance of internships in engineering career developmentTechnical interview preparation strategiesEmerging trends in hardware engineering (AR/VR, robotics, US man...

1 month ago

53 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E29 Joshua Tarbutton | Lessons From the Military Applied to Engineering

Send us a text Joshua Tarbutton shares his journey from military service to engineering entrepreneurship, discussing how military discipline and leadership principles can transform engineering culture and workplace dynamics. Main Topics: Military influence on engineering leadershipRestoring dignity in engineering workplacesCreating psychological safety for engineersScaling a design and fabrication companyNavigating business challenges during COVID-19About the guest: Joshua Tarbutton, a former...

1 month ago

50 minutes

Being an Engineer

Last Chance for PDX Discount

Send us a text Sign up for a free account at https://www.thewave.engineer/ Then, access your 50% discount code for PDX 2025 here: https://www.thewave.engineer/product-development-expo/dfm-days/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with relevant companies, technologies, people resources, and opportunities. We feature successful mechanical engineers and interview engi...

1 month ago

2 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E28 Paul Vizzio | Engineering Naval Submarines, Pet Products, & Elite Sports Training Machines

Send us a text In today’s episode, Paul will explore how he scales hardware teams, builds for manufacturability, navigates supply chain complexity, mentors engineers, and embraces community‑driven innovation. Get ready for insights on leadership, prototyping, and bringing hardware to life from idea to market. Main Topics: Proteus Motion's V1 and V2 machine developmentEngineering career progressionHardware product design and manufacturingConsulting and entrepreneurshipNew York Hardware Meetup ...

2 months ago

50 minutes

Being an Engineer

Why am I doing PDX?

Send us a text Sign up for a free account at https://www.thewave.engineer/ Then, access your 50% discount code for PDX 2025 here: https://www.thewave.engineer/product-development-expo/dfm-days/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with relevant companies, technologies, people resources, and opportunities. We feature successful mechanical engineers and interview engi...

2 months ago

2 minutes

Being an Engineer

What Every Engineer Should Know About Contract Manufacturers

Send us a text Webinar: What Every Engineer Should Know About Contract Manufacturers Register here: https://www.thewave.engineer/store/product/31-what-every-engineer-should-know-about-working-with-a-contract-manufacturer/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with relevant companies, technologies, people resources, and opportunities. We feature successful mechanical enginee...

2 months ago

Being an Engineer

S6E27 Stephen Hinch | Lessons from HP & Disruptive Innovations

Send us a text Join Aaron Moncur as he interviews Stephen Hinch about his remarkable career in innovation, discussing how companies can foster breakthrough technologies, overcome corporate innovation barriers, and create a culture that supports creative thinking. Main Topics: From Engineering to Leadership: Steve's Career JourneyTurning Innovative Ideas into Profitable RealitiesCreating a Culture of InnovationChallenges of Corporate InnovationThe Role of Persistence in Technological Breakthro...

2 months ago

56 minutes

Being an Engineer

S6E26 Katie Karmelek | How You Can Accelerate Med Device Development with Chamfr

Send us a text In this episode of the Being an Engineer podcast, host Aaron Moncur interviews Katie Karmelek, a mechanical engineer and co-founder of Chamfr. Katie shares her journey from engineering to entrepreneurship, discussing her passion for medical device innovation and how Chamfr is revolutionizing component sourcing for medical device engineers. Main Topics: Katie's engineering background and family influencesThe founding of Chamfr and its mission to accelerate medical device develop...

2 months ago

47 minutes

Being an Engineer

PDX – The Product Development Expo

Send us a text Sign up for a free account at https://www.thewave.engineer/ Then, access your 50% discount code for PDX 2025 here: https://www.thewave.engineer/product-development-expo/dfm-days/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with relevant companies, technologies, people resources, and opportunities. We feature successful mechanical engineers and interview engi...

2 months ago

2 minutes

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S6S25 Andy Thompson | Practical Applications of GD&T

Send us a text In this episode, Andy Thompson discussed his journey from machinist to expert in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). He highlighted the importance of understanding GD&T for effective design, manufacturing, and quality control. Thompson shared examples of how GD&T improved manufacturing processes, such as aerospace parts and defense contracts. He emphasized the need for early identification of manufacturing processes and the benefits of collaborative desig...

2 months ago

45 minutes

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S6E24 James Bryant | A Process For Engineers to Succeed at Home & at Work

Send us a text Dr. James Bryant shares his transformative approach to helping engineers achieve professional excellence without sacrificing personal fulfillment. He discusses his unique methodology for balancing work and home life, developing leadership skills, and creating meaningful success. Main Topics: Transitioning from engineering to coachingThe "Engineer Your Success" methodologyDeveloping emotional intelligenceStrategic time managementLeadership skills for technical professionalsIdent...

3 months ago

43 minutes

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S6E23 Mihir Shah | Buying & Growing a High Performing Machine Shop

Send us a text In this episode, Aaron Moncur interviews Mihir Shah, an engineer-turned-entrepreneur who shares insights from his diverse career spanning Tesla, Inspect AR, and now Tomai Engineering. Mihir discusses his journey through engineering, startup growth, investment strategies, and the importance of first principles thinking. Main Topics: Engineering career pathFirst principles thinking in businessDesign for manufacturability (DFM)Startup and acquisition experiencesHardware FYI newsle...

3 months ago

39 minutes

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S6E22 Dean Odell | Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

Send us a text Aaron Moncur sits down with Dean Odell, a distinguished mechanical engineering instructor and YouTube educator, to explore the fascinating world of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T). Dean shares his journey from a welder to an engineering instructor, discusses the importance of GD&T in manufacturing, and reveals insights from his popular YouTube channel, dedicated to technical education. Main Topics: Origins and evolution of GD&TCommon misconceptions a...

3 months ago

38 minutes

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S6E21 Ron Higgs | Systems Thinking, People Skills, & Executive Leadership

Send us a text Ron Higgs shares insights on transforming engineers into effective executive leaders, drawing from his extensive experience in military aviation, aerospace, and consulting. He discusses the critical skills engineers need to advance into leadership roles, emphasizing people skills, systems thinking, and continuous improvement. Main Topics: Journey from Naval Flight Officer to Executive CoachDeveloping People Skills in Technical ProfessionsSystems Thinking in LeadershipOvercoming...

3 months ago

50 minutes