George Williams

Electrification is often described as the straightforward part of the UK’s decarbonisation journey—replace petrol with batteries, and the rest will fall into place. But anyone working in electrical installation, energy systems, or grid operations knows the picture is far more…

Manufacturing has always been a field shaped by ingenuity. But in 2025, the pace of change is so rapid that even the most experienced engineers admit the landscape feels different. New materials, AI-driven optimisation, quantum simulation, and cross-industry collaboration are…

Supporting engineers in their professional development has always been central to the strength of the industry. The IET’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Advisor role exists for exactly that reason — helping engineers progress, reflect, and uphold the standards expected of…

September always brings a shift in pace. Workloads pick back up, student engineers return to study, and many of us move from the slower rhythm of summer into something more structured and demanding. For engineers — whether on site, in…

At the heart of the engineering community are volunteers who quietly dedicate their time, skills and experience to supporting others. One of them is David Parr — a long-standing contributor whose journey shows just how far volunteering can take you,…

Across Europe, few engineering endeavours match the ambition and complexity of the Grand Paris Express. With over 200 kilometres of new rail lines, 68 stations and an investment exceeding 40 billion Euros, the project represents one of the continent’s most…

On 15 October 1936, the Hoover Dam entered a new chapter—not as a completed concrete structure, but as a working power station delivering renewable energy across the American Southwest. The activation of its hydroelectric generators transformed an ambitious civil engineering…

Every year, the Young Woman Engineer of the Year (YWE) awards celebrate engineers who are not only excelling technically but reshaping the culture of engineering across the UK. The 2025 finalists bring together civil, space, software, asset management and infrastructure…

When people talk about building a career in engineering, they often describe the influence of mentors, the value of education, or the importance of professional networks. But for many—especially those navigating new countries, raising families, or overcoming financial barriers—the real…

For many engineers, a career is built one project at a time—through lived experience, trial and error, support from colleagues, and the gradual building of confidence. But behind every competent professional is another, quieter force: the people who guide them.…