Did you check out our recent 2019 Hiring Insights in Engineering yet? We’ve got the research to prepare for your 2019 hiring initiatives. Go check it out, then meet us back here. The talent shortage. A long-time buzzword in the engineering and manufacturing sectors – one you’d be tempted to tune out by…
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The engineering sector is experiencing a brain drain dilemma. Many baby boomer engineers are retiring at greater rates than graduates are entering the workforce. This isn’t a new phenomenon, but it will play a significant role in how organizations strategize for their 2019 hiring. This skills gap is the underlying theme for many of…
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Engineering is a field that has historically seen strong demand, but with a current unemployment rate of 1.7%, the need for talent in the field is reaching a fever pitch. Hiring managers can’t find enough engineering talent, while professionals working in the field are finding it overwhelming to sift through the sheer number of…
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On October 2, GM announced its plans to globally launch at least 20 new all-electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles by the year 2023. In fact, it intends to release two of these new vehicles within the next 18 months. This launch plan supports GM’s vision of an “autonomous, zero-emission future,” which the company’s CEO Mary Barra…
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Recruiting is not merely a function of HR, it’s essential to the success of your organization. Without a well-defined strategy for recruiting talent, you run the risk of making inefficient and costly hiring decisions—up to $17,000 in lost productivity, compromised work quality, and turnover. To ensure better hires, you need a targeted recruiting strategy…
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The art and science of recruiting with purpose goes beyond matching a skill set to a job requirement. It’s about understanding the position and its impact on the organization and industry—and finding the ideal candidate who aligns with the organization’s core values and the other employees. Brightwing’s 5 Tips for Purpose-Driven Recruiting…
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In case you missed it, Mercedes unveiled their new concept car at the Shanghai Auto Show last month—the Concept A Sedan. The design reflects Mercedes’ new philosophy that “the time of creases is over.” It offers a refreshing, contemporary update for sedans, which generally aren’t known for being the most stylish or trendy…
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Engineering professionals are one of the most sought after individuals in the job market. In fact, according to Forbes, industries that haven’t needed engineers in the past, are now actively looking to fill these critical positions. With a wide range of opportunities available, it’s a great time to be an engineer! Be sure to…
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Quitting your job is a big move that, if done right, may be beneficial to your career. However, make sure it is the right time and for the right reasons. With such a big change, it’s crucial that you are strategic when quitting your job, to position yourself to move forward in your career…
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Whether you’re ready to take your engineering career to the next level, or you’re thinking about where you want to be in 5 years, you should always be prepared. At Brightwing, we work with dozens of fantastic organizations, and speak to hundreds of engineering professionals every week. We asked our recruiters to give their top…
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