Category: Engineering

Contract vs. Direct Hire: A Workforce Planning Framework for Engineering & Energy Roles

July 13, 2026 in Energy & Power, Engineering, Hiring

 

TL;DR  Contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire aren’t competing options. They’re different tools for different problems. For engineering and energy work, most problems are project-shaped. Contract vs. direct hire depends on four dimensions: cost, flexibility, workforce strategy, and continuity. Comparing an hourly bill rate to an annual salary is an apples-to-oranges comparison, and the real cost […]

 

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The Nuclear Engineer Shortage: How to Get Ahead in 2026

November 11, 2025 in Energy & Power, Engineering, Nuclear

 

Our country is facing an energy crisis, driven in part by heightened consumer demands and AI data center builds. Although there are some concerted efforts to boost energy production (especially nuclear power), there just aren’t enough qualified engineers to take on these projects, forcing many organizations to rethink their approach to nuclear engineering staffing.   […]

 

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How to Hire Civil Engineers

August 23, 2025 in Engineering, Hiring

 

Hiring civil engineers can be challenging than it seems. On paper, there are plenty of candidates. In reality, most of the ones you need are already working, selective about opportunities, and not actively applying to job boards. At the same time, infrastructure projects keep moving, deadlines do not shift, and open roles start impacting delivery […]

 

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5 Top Trends in the Energy & Power Sector (2025 Guide)

June 11, 2025 in AEG News, Energy & Power, Engineering

 

It’s no secret that the energy and power sector is undergoing profound technological changes—even a revolution. Like any revolution, the marriage of AI and energy presents both opportunities and challenges.   On the one hand, it’s becoming clear that smarter solutions are necessary to meet clean energy goals and rising production demands. On the other […]

 

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How Smart Engineering Companies Are AI Upskilling for 2025

January 6, 2025 in Engineering, Hiring

 

The decision by Constellation Energy to reopen Three Mile Island nuclear plant as part of a power agreement with Microsoft, fueling their AI data centers, should be a reminder of the value of AI advancement. More than just an opportunity for increased revenue and production, it’s a chance to elevate operations as you embrace emerging […]

 

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How to Prepare Your Software Engineers for the AI-Native Era

November 20, 2024 in Engineering, Hiring

 

Are your engineers ready for the sweeping changes AI is bringing to software development? According to Gartner, a striking 80% of engineering professionals will need to upskill through 2027 to stay competitive against AI-native enterprises. Software teams across industries face mounting pressure to adapt their practices, upgrade their capabilities, and prepare for significant operational changes […]

 

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Engineering Industry Outlook: How to Adapt to Market Changes and Optimize Your Workforce

September 24, 2024 in Engineering

 

The engineering sector is always at the forefront of innovation, but are you prepared for the seismic shifts ahead? With the Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting faster-than-average growth for engineering occupations through 2032, the landscape is changing rapidly.   We know the sheer volume of industry data can be overwhelming to sift through alone. That’s […]

 

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