The journey from classroom theory to real-world electrical building design is rarely a straight line. For many engineers, the leap into MEP feels like stepping into an entirely new discipline, one that university courses barely touch.
That was exactly the case for Sam Miller, founder of BETI (Building Engineer Training Institute). Like many young engineers, Sam graduated with an electrical engineering degree but had never even heard of MEP design. His first role forced him to quickly catch up on everything from power calculations to panel boards, all while fighting through imposter syndrome and trial by fire.
The Industry’s Training Problem
Sam’s struggles highlighted a bigger issue: firms everywhere are struggling to recruit, train, and retain new electrical engineers. Schools don’t prepare graduates for the day-to-day work of building design, and firms often lack the bandwidth to train from scratch.
That is where BETI comes in. Through structured bootcamps, mentorship, and project-based learning, Sam and his team are helping bridge the gap.
What We Covered in the Conversation
In a recent episode of The Electrical Building Design Show, I sat down with Sam to dig deeper into:
- Why MEP remains one of the least understood (yet most critical) paths for electrical engineers
- The three biggest barriers to keeping firms from finding and keeping talent
- How BETI is helping both individuals and firms close the training gap
- Why Revit has become such a pivotal tool in modern electrical design
The Bottom Line
If you have ever felt the strain of hiring and training, or if you are an early-career engineer wondering how to bridge the gap between school and practice, this conversation is one you do not want to miss.
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