What Type of Engineer Are You?
Photo by Silas Köhler on Unsplash There are may different types of engineer. Recently, I read some interesting articles about defining engineers by their skills and depth of knowledge. This blog asks you to consider, what’s your skill shape: I…T…or Key? In the 1970’s, companies wanted staff with an I-shaped skill level. What does this mean? I-Shaped Skills reflected a person with a deep (vertical) expertise in one area and practically no experience or knowledge in other areas. This person…
Become a Filtration Tech Troubleshooting Expert
Photo by Marjan Grabowski on Unsplash Recently I addressed the too-familiar telephone call that the “filtration system is not working.” When the call comes in — and so seldom during regular business hours — filtration tech experts have to react quickly to solve the problem. Now, the question is how do you avoid getting these types of calls in the first place? Well, you can turn off your cell phone, but maybe isn’t the best idea. Instead, the better approach is proactive troubleshooting.…