3 best blogs for engineers to read in their free time

Reading industry blog posts in your free time or during lunch breaks at work is a great way to build your industry knowledge and be aware of the latest industry events that are worth attending. If you want to learn something new or gain insight from expert advice, reading a blog is the quickest way to do so. If you haven’t been reading these blogs in the engineering industry, check them out now and share them with your peers.

ENR

Engineering News-Record, or ENR, is one of the biggest distributors of engineering and construction news as well as analysis, commentary, and data. Many engineers and construction managers use the data reported regularly at ENR to improve their current projects and add insight to the teams they manage.

Additionally, ENR reports on the top design firms and top construction companies yearly through newsletters magazines, and online. If you want to read about engineering and construction news that’s specific to Utah, we recommend checking out ENR Mountain States for more specific news.

ACEC Last Word Blog

The ACEC Last Word Blog is a top destination for both new and established engineers who are involved with the ACEC organization. This blog includes the latest industry news as well as advocacy information, upcoming events, and government issues. When visiting the site, you’ll also find snapshots of market indicators like employment rates, construction spending and the AIA Billings Index.

Be sure to sign up for blog notifications so you won’t miss out on career opportunities and the launch of new blog posts.

LinkedIn Engineering Blog

Using LinkedIn regularly is one of the best ways to network and stay up with the latest industry news both in the U.S. and globally. The job networking site currently reports 722 million members and many of those members post regularly and keep their profiles updated.

Check out the LinkedIn Engineering Blog to gain insight into stories about specific engineering careers and learn more about the latest software that helps make engineering jobs easier. We found this recent blog post on how a Hollywood videographer transitioned to becoming a front-end engineer following a coding camp to be inspiring!

If you want to stay up to date with the latest resources, networking opportunities and job tips for engineers, consider investing in an ACEC Utah membership. You’ll be the first to know about the latest events, webinars and legislation that impacts Utah’s engineering workforce. Enjoy!