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A Year of Growth, Innovation, and Excellence: Message from the Executive Director

As we draw the curtain on another remarkable year, it is with great pride and gratitude that we reflect on what we have achieved together in 2024

Mentoring Knows No Bounds: Fostering Growth Across Engineering and Beyond

Mentoring is defined as a professional relationship where a more experienced individual, the mentor, provides a range of guidance, support, and advice to a less experienced person their mentee

Driving Careers Forward: SOE Launches Pioneering Mentoring Platform for Engineers

With a plethora of industry experts ready to mentor, SOE’s new platform connects engineering professionals across various disciplines to share knowledge and inspire growth.

Introducing the Nominees of the SOE Trustee Board

This year, a remarkable group of nominees have submitted nominations to take on this vital leadership role. 

IRTE Northern Centre's Annual Dinner Dance Shines Again

The IRTE Northern Centre hosted its much-anticipated annual dinner dance on Saturday, 23 November, at the prestigious Dunkenhalgh Hotel, Accrington.

Ministerial appreciation for 20 years of invaluable Chartered Environmentalists

Marking 20 years of the Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) registration, Mary Creagh CBE MP expresses her gratitude for the invaluable contributions of Chartered Environmentalists.

Meet Dr Salim Barbhuiya: Senior Lecturer in Civil Engineering at the University of East London

Discover how Dr. Salim Barbhuiya, Senior Lecturer in Civil Engineering at the University of East London, is inspiring the next generation of engineers.

IRTE Northern Centre enjoy informative presentation from Skillray Transport Services

The IRTE Northern Centre October CPD presentation was given by Jason Kairies the Tachograph Operations Manager at Skillray Transport Services.

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Publications

Operations Engineer December 2024

This month's edition of Operations engineer looks at how robotic systems are transforming nuclear decommissioning, lift installation in Big Ben and the role of advanced mobile communication systems in improving safety at hazardous industrial sites.

Transport Engineer December 2024

December's edition of Transport Engineer looks at Next-gen trucks, alternative tech and the highlights from the IAA Transportation exhibition.

For The Sake of Safety podcast: Episode 4

Join us for a special episode with Nick Elliott, Chair, IRTE PSC and James Backhouse, Legal Director, Backhouse Jones as they delve into the real-life incidents that paved the way to new safety best practices that have been integrated into organisational cultures.

For The Sake of Safety podcast: Episode 3

In our third episode of For The Sake Of Safety we explore the role of the Professional Engineering Institution in promoting safety with Emma Thompson, Executive Director, SOE.

Operations Engineer November 2024

November's edition of Operations Engineer examines the world of moving parts, sustainability in data centres and concerns around corrosion.

For The Sake of Safety podcast: Episode 2

In our second episode of For The Sake Of Safety we explore safety assessment with Caroline Hamilton MBE CEng MIMechE.

Transport Engineer November 2024

November's edition of Transport Engineer looks at wheel loss and moving floor trailers.

Operations Engineer October 2024

October's edition of Operations Engineer looks at predictive maintenance, military manufacturing and machinery safety.

Transport Engineer October 2024

This issue of Transport Engineer looks at the transition from diesel to electric vehicles, tyre management, and wheel security. It highlights the innovations and engineering solutions aimed at improving safety, efficiency, and environmental sustainability within the sector.

For The Sake of Safety podcast: Episode 1

Welcome to the first episode of For The Sake Of Safety podcast series. To kick things off, we dive deep into safety in the Road Transport sector with Nick Elliott MSOE MIRTE, Chair of the IRTE Professional Sector Council.

Transport Engineer September 2024

The September 2024 issue of Transport Engineer focuses on the ongoing transition to electric vehicles within the commercial transport sector.

Operations Engineer September 2024

The September 2024 issue of Operations Engineer covers several key themes related to sustainability and technological advancements in the engineering industry.

SOE News Summer 2024

The Summer 2024 edition of SOE News highlights the IRTE Skills Challenge, updates on professional development initiatives, and industry insights on UK energy trends.

Operations Engineer August 2024

August's edition of Operations Engineer looks at the impact of cyber attacks, PPE for hydraulic system operators, innovations in the casting sector and how to improve energy efficiency at production sites.

Transport Engineer August 2024

August's edition of Transport Engineer looks at vital safety points for grabs and loaders, the latest developments as truck manufacturers prepare for a driverless future, Driver CPC changes under the spotlight and Skills Challenge 2024 winners.

Operations Engineer July 2024

July's edition of Operations Engineer looks at chemicals and processing – chemical clean up, fans pumps and valves the push towards efficiency, obsolescence and end of life care...

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