Topics: Alumni Success
“Engineering is a great degree if you are interested in launching a company.” Meet entrepreneur Kunal Sethi
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Job: CEO and Co-founder or UVX Inc.
Meet Teck’s manager of technical growth for new mines
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Job: Manager of Technical Growth at Teck Resources Limited
Champion varsity rower now developing electric powertrains for aviation
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Job: Lead Test Integration Engineer, magniX
From an interest in automotive mechanics to controls engineer at Blue Origin
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Job: Modelling and Simulation Engineer, Blue OriginWhat got you interested in engineering?I always liked building things, and I also really enjoyed math. For awhile I thought of becoming an automotive mechanic, but I wanted a job that included more…
Taking to the skies – from design and construction project leader to pilot in training
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Job: Pilot in training through the Delta Propel Company Pilot Training Program
Working at the interface of software and electrical engineering
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A well-rounded engineering education: From key roles at UBC Supermileage to a study abroad term in Denmark and international co-op experiences that have led to career success
From refugee camp to UBC to an impressive career at Kiewit
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What got you interested in engineering?I was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a country that’s been embroiled in civil war for decades, and I grew up in a refugee camp in Swaziland. For some reason, even as a very small child, I was…
From Sri Lanka to Vancouver: UBC alum named to BC Business 30 Under 30 for healthcare innovation
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UBC Biomedical Engineering alum Madhini Vigneswaran was recently named to the 2025 BC Business 30 Under 30 list for her innovative work in biomedical engineering and her commitment to community.
UBC Engineering alum and tech innovator Erik Lindholm receives honorary degree
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Lindholm's revolutionary work has led to the adoption of GPUs in machine learning and AI.
From capacitors to CEO: Read about Jonathan’s journey to launching his own company
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Jonathan, inspired by his multi-skilled father, pursued engineering for problem-solving and collaboration. He founded Extropic Energy, modernizing energy systems, merging technical expertise with business and policy for impactful solutions.