Defining Industry 4.0 and its Impact on Manufacturing
The following guest post was contributed by Visual Knowledge Share Ltd. “Revolutions” typically denote powerful social movements where existing processes and forms of leadership are replaced in favor of something more desirable. Revolutions mean change – and oftentimes, change brings with it challenges, risk and sacrifice. But change also paves the way for an exciting […]
Introducing OSPE’s New Ambassador Program
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new volunteer initiative – The OSPE Ambassador Program! — OSPE recognizes that we couldn’t do much of our vital work without the time and commitment of our volunteers. As Ambassadors, our volunteers inform our advocacy objectives, help to guide the Society’s activities and carry our message to […]
Introducing OSPE Board Candidate Laura M.Y. Yu, P.Eng., Ph.D.
Name — Laura M.Y. Yu, P.Eng., Ph.D. Employer and Position — Ontario Centres of Excellence Inc. (OCE), Innovation Procurement Manager Education — University of Toronto Ph.D.: Collaborative Chemical & Biomedical Engineering, 2008, Supervisor: Dr. Molly Shoichet MASc: Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, 2003, Supervisor: Dr. A. Wilhelm Neumann BASc: Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, Honours, 2002 […]
5 Tips for Negotiating your Next Salary or Raise
OSPE recently discussed the province’s proposed pay transparency legislation. With Equal Pay Day just around the corner, we’re exploring the importance of negotiating with five practical tips you can use during a salary negotiation with a prhttps://ospe.on.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/academy-banner-7.pngctive employer or during a performance review in your current job. Research findings: — According to OSPE’s Let’s Break […]
Introducing OSPE Board Candidate Angela Wojtyla, P.Eng.
Name — Angela Wojtyla, P.Eng. Employer and Position CGI Group Inc. Director, Consulting – Utilities (Oct. 2017 – Present) Education MBA Essentials for Managers Certificate, University of Toronto – Rotman School of Management (2016) BS in Electrical Engineering, University of Manitoba (2009) Employment History Redknee Inc. (Feb. 2014 – Jun. 2017) Sales Director Americas (Apr 2016 – Jun 2017) Business […]
Key OSPE Recommendations Adopted in Ontario’s 2018 Budget
Ontario’s 2018 Budget contains $20.3 billion in new investments and updates that stand to impact Ontario’s professional engineers and those on the pathway to licensure. On Wednesday, March 28, OSPE was honoured to attend an invitation-only briefing with government officials in advance of the presentation of the $145 billion Budget by the Honourable Charles Sousa, […]
Introducing OSPE Board Candidate Shannon M. Pole, EIT
Name — Shannon M. Pole, EIT Employer and Position — Shannon M. Pole Solutions, Owner Education Bachelor’s of Engineering and Society, McMaster University – 2011 Master’s of Engineering and Public Policy, McMaster University – 2013 Employment History International Zinc Association, Technical Market Development and Corrosion Consultant – May 2014 – Present Activities in Organizations — Committees: […]
Introducing OSPE Board Candidate Rob Kamranpoor, P.Eng.
Name — Rob Kamranpoor, P.Eng. Employer and position — Hydro One – Grid Operations Field Manager Education — Ryerson University (Electrical Engineering – 2004), University of Phoenix (MBA, Technology – 2011), York University, Osgoode Law School (Masters-in-Law (LLM) – Energy & Infrastructure – 2015) Employment History Electric Spin (Engineer) CN Railway (Signals & Telecom Engineer), […]
Ontario’s engineers urge Mayor Tory to support the urban redevelopment of Downsview
Today, the Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) issued an open letter to Toronto’s Mayor John Tory requesting his support to redevelop the Downsview lands: an incredible, multi-billion dollar opportunity to increase Toronto’s housing supply, attract investment, create jobs and establish the city as a global centre for engineering innovation. Spanning an impressive 375-acres, this […]
Introducing OSPE Board Candidate Jerome James, M.A.Sc., P.Eng.
Name — Jerome James, M.A.Sc., P.Eng. Employer and Position LaunchPoint Designs – Founder, Mechanical Designer (3D design services for start-ups) Sonya’s Chai (Tea Brand) – Co-Founder, Head of Operations / Business Development Employment History 2017 Alectra Utilities, CDM Program Analyst (Contract) 2016-Present, Senior Design Engineer, LaunchPoint Designs 2013-2015, Materials Engineer, SNC Lavalin T&D 2012-2013, Project […]