From Blueprints to Buildings: The Role of Electrical Engineers in Construction
Join us for an insightful presentation featuring, Nolan Joksch, a seasoned Electrical Design Engineer with over a decade of experience in the construction industry.
Our presenter will provide an inside look at the unique and impactful work electrical engineers perform within the construction sector. Attendees will learn about the various roles available, from designing commercial power systems to overseeing project implementation and ensuring safety compliance. The discussion will highlight the tremendous demand for skilled electrical engineers in construction, the essential skills required to thrive, and the diverse career paths available.
Drawing from his own professional journey, the speaker will share real-world experiences, challenges, and successes, offering practical advice and inspiration for students considering this rewarding field. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how you can shape the future of the built environment as an electrical engineer in construction.
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- Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
- Building 20A (EE Lobby)
- San Luis Obispo, California
- United States 93407
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Nolan Joksch
Biography:
A proud Cal Poly San Luis Obispo alumnus (Class of 2013), Nolan Joksch is a licensed electrical design engineer with more than ten years of experience in the construction industry. He spent six years at Cupertino Electric, a leading design-build contractor, where he developed from a fresh graduate to a fully-fledged professional engineer. There he learned how to design complex electrical systems for large-scale projects. For the past six years, he has supported new construction, renovations, and infrastructure projects at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory within their Project Management Office. At LLNL, he has developed in-house designs, reviewed outside designs, and provided technical guidance for a range of design and construction contracts.