The Next Engineers

In their chapter ‘The Next Engineers – Equipping Industry for the Future of Construction’, Phil and Dan Bergsagel explore the evolving skillsets engineers will need in the context of Industry 4.0. They liken the construction industry to an ecosystem, emphasising the importance of a broad, adaptable skill base to address the Climate Emergency. Alongside core maths and physics, future engineers will need proficiency in areas such as DfMA, 3D modelling, digital manufacturing, and coding. The chapter concludes with a call for continuous learning and intergenerational knowledge sharing to adapt to the profession’s changing demands.