The Problem

Engineering schools create technically strong graduates, but rarely prepare them with the professional skills needed to succeed at work. New engineers enter confident in equations and design, yet unready for influence, communication, and career strategy. Mentorship is inconsistent ... senior engineers are stretched thin, managers expect juniors to “figure it out,” and clear career paths are missing. The result: many leave within two years, companies face high turnover costs, and early-career engineers feel stuck and undervalued. Without guidance, careers stall and organizations lose valuable talent.