YEC Mentoring Event: My Evolution as an Architect-Engineer (Hybrid)

Explore how mentorship, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration can shape a successful engineering career.
About this Event

Join the IABSE USA Group Young Engineers Committee (YEC) for an evening of networking, mentorship, and professional development featuring Joseph Burns, Design Specialist at Studio Gang and former Managing Principal at Thornton Tomasetti.

In his presentation, My Evolution as an Architect-Engineer, Joe will reflect on a career spanning more than 45 years in structural engineering, architecture, and interdisciplinary design. Through personal experiences and lessons learned, he will discuss how mentorship, collaboration, and continuous learning have shaped his professional journey and how careers in the building industry can evolve alongside advances in technology and innovation.

Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an interactive discussion and Q&A session, offering valuable career advice and insights for students, young professionals, and experienced engineers alike.

Whether you are just beginning your career or looking to broaden your perspective, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most accomplished professionals while connecting with fellow members of the structural engineering community.