web01.fireside.fm Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:35:02 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Beyond The Competition - Episodes Tagged with “Stem Careers” https://beyondthecompetition.fireside.fm/tags/stem%20careers Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 As the official must-listen podcast of SAE University Programs, you can expect authentic, engaging (and often amusing) conversations about all things related to SAE's collegiate programming, as well as other industry-driven topics from SAE International. Our guests will include SAE International staff, former competitors, volunteers, organizers, and occasionally industry professionals! Topics range from ruleset discussions to career advice and everything in between. This is the perfect podcast to listen to in the shop. en-us episodic The official must-listen podcast of SAE University Programs SAE International As the official must-listen podcast of SAE University Programs, you can expect authentic, engaging (and often amusing) conversations about all things related to SAE's collegiate programming, as well as other industry-driven topics from SAE International. Our guests will include SAE International staff, former competitors, volunteers, organizers, and occasionally industry professionals! Topics range from ruleset discussions to career advice and everything in between. This is the perfect podcast to listen to in the shop. no SAE International collegiatecompetitions@sae.org From Parts to Podiums: Oshkut’s Role in Baja SAE This Year https://beyondthecompetition.fireside.fm/227 b92e8f50-5ca7-4502-9667-bf214fd7a72d Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 SAE International full SAE International In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike and Scott welcome Caleb Chamberlain, CEO and co-founder of Oshkut, to discuss how on-demand metal fabrication is revolutionizing the way student engineering teams build. Caleb shares the origin of his company—from a challenging VR motion rig project to a rapidly growing fabrication platform—and explains how Oshkut is uniquely designed for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. This makes it an ideal partner for student teams working on one-off parts and rapid prototypes. 28:14 no In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike and Scott welcome Caleb Chamberlain, CEO and co-founder of Oshkut, to discuss how on-demand metal fabrication is revolutionizing the way student engineering teams build. Caleb shares the origin of his company—from a challenging VR motion rig project to a rapidly growing fabrication platform—and explains how Oshkut is uniquely designed for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. This makes it an ideal partner for student teams working on one-off parts and rapid prototypes. The conversation dives into how Oshkut supports hundreds of university teams, including those competing in Formula SAE and Baja SAE, offering discounted services and tools that make advanced manufacturing more accessible than ever. Listeners will also gain practical advice on designing for sheet metal, avoiding common CAD mistakes, optimizing lead times, and leveraging modern fabrication workflows to accelerate development cycles. If you're a student engineer, team member, or educator looking to push your build further—this episode is a must-listen. Oshcut Academic Sponsorship: https://www.oshcut.com/academic-sponsorships SAE International, Beyond the Competition podcast, Baja SAE, Formula SAE, SAE Aero Design, engineering students, student engineering competitions, collegiate design competitions, automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, metal fabrication, sheet metal design, CNC machining, tube bending, rapid prototyping, on-demand manufacturing, high mix low volume manufacturing, product development, CAD design tips, design for manufacturing, DFM, prototyping for engineers, engineering workflow, fabrication for student teams, race car design, off-road vehicle design, engineering careers, STEM careers, engineering internships, student projects, university engineering teams, engineering leadership, teamwork in engineering, innovation in manufacturing, startup engineering, Oshkut, Caleb Chamberlain, digital manufacturing, instant quoting, manufacturing technology, build faster engineering, engineering education, hands-on learning, engineering podcast, mobility industry, future of manufacturing, SAE students, Baja SAE teams, Formula SAE teams In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike and Scott welcome Caleb Chamberlain, CEO and co-founder of Oshkut, to discuss how on-demand metal fabrication is revolutionizing the way student engineering teams build.

Caleb shares the origin of his company—from a challenging VR motion rig project to a rapidly growing fabrication platform—and explains how Oshkut is uniquely designed for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. This makes it an ideal partner for student teams working on one-off parts and rapid prototypes.

The conversation dives into how Oshkut supports hundreds of university teams, including those competing in Formula SAE and Baja SAE, offering discounted services and tools that make advanced manufacturing more accessible than ever.

Listeners will also gain practical advice on designing for sheet metal, avoiding common CAD mistakes, optimizing lead times, and leveraging modern fabrication workflows to accelerate development cycles.

If you're a student engineer, team member, or educator looking to push your build further—this episode is a must-listen.

Oshcut Academic Sponsorship: https://www.oshcut.com/academic-sponsorships

]]> In this episode of Beyond the Competition, Mike and Scott welcome Caleb Chamberlain, CEO and co-founder of Oshkut, to discuss how on-demand metal fabrication is revolutionizing the way student engineering teams build.

Caleb shares the origin of his company—from a challenging VR motion rig project to a rapidly growing fabrication platform—and explains how Oshkut is uniquely designed for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. This makes it an ideal partner for student teams working on one-off parts and rapid prototypes.

The conversation dives into how Oshkut supports hundreds of university teams, including those competing in Formula SAE and Baja SAE, offering discounted services and tools that make advanced manufacturing more accessible than ever.

Listeners will also gain practical advice on designing for sheet metal, avoiding common CAD mistakes, optimizing lead times, and leveraging modern fabrication workflows to accelerate development cycles.

If you're a student engineer, team member, or educator looking to push your build further—this episode is a must-listen.

Oshcut Academic Sponsorship: https://www.oshcut.com/academic-sponsorships

]]> Women in Motorsports: Formula SAE EV 2025 Panel https://beyondthecompetition.fireside.fm/216 726d0a5b-b56e-46dc-b825-b74ef06d238e Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400 SAE International full 8 SAE International In this special episode from Formula SAE EV 2025, we sit down for the Empowering Women in Mobility panel featuring leaders from General Motors, PACCAR, Kenworth, and Rivian Volkswagen Technologies. Panelists Jessica Swan, Jackie Zimney, Zuzana Pankovcin, Tasha Krug, Emily Wilson, and Gayathri Gatla share their journeys into STEM and the mobility industry, the challenges they’ve faced, and the opportunities that shaped their careers. From launching electric vehicles at Rivian to recruiting top engineering talent at PACCAR, each story highlights resilience, mentorship, and the importance of diversity in driving innovation. 1:01:09 no In this special episode from Formula SAE EV 2025, we sit down for the Empowering Women in Mobility panel featuring leaders from General Motors, PACCAR, Kenworth, and Rivian Volkswagen Technologies. Panelists Jessica Swan, Jackie Zimney, Zuzana Pankovcin, Tasha Krug, Emily Wilson, and Gayathri Gatla share their journeys into STEM and the mobility industry, the challenges they’ve faced, and the opportunities that shaped their careers. From launching electric vehicles at Rivian to recruiting top engineering talent at PACCAR, each story highlights resilience, mentorship, and the importance of diversity in driving innovation. Key topics include: • Career pivots and unexpected opportunities in mobility • Overcoming high-stakes technical and cultural challenges • How diversity improves product design and engineering teams • Inspiring the next generation of women in STEM and motorsports This panel offers candid advice and empowering stories for students, professionals, and anyone passionate about the future of sustainable mobility. Women in Motorsports, Diversity in Engineering, STEM Careers, Formula SAE EV 2025, Electric Vehicle Engineering, Automotive Engineering Careers, SAE International Competitions, Women in STEM Leadership, University Engineering Teams, Career Pathways in Motorsports, Technical Recruiting in Automotive, Vehicle Controls Engineering, Software Systems Engineering in EVs, Hands-on Engineering Education, Industry Advice for Students In this special episode from Formula SAE EV 2025, we sit down for the Empowering Women in Mobility panel featuring leaders from General Motors, PACCAR, Kenworth, and Rivian Volkswagen Technologies.

Panelists Jessica Swan, Jackie Zimney, Zuzana Pankovcin, Tasha Krug, Emily Wilson, and Gayathri Gatla share their journeys into STEM and the mobility industry, the challenges they’ve faced, and the opportunities that shaped their careers. From launching electric vehicles at Rivian to recruiting top engineering talent at PACCAR, each story highlights resilience, mentorship, and the importance of diversity in driving innovation.

Key topics include:
• Career pivots and unexpected opportunities in mobility
• Overcoming high-stakes technical and cultural challenges
• How diversity improves product design and engineering teams
• Inspiring the next generation of women in STEM and motorsports

This panel offers candid advice and empowering stories for students, professionals, and anyone passionate about the future of sustainable mobility.

]]> In this special episode from Formula SAE EV 2025, we sit down for the Empowering Women in Mobility panel featuring leaders from General Motors, PACCAR, Kenworth, and Rivian Volkswagen Technologies.

Panelists Jessica Swan, Jackie Zimney, Zuzana Pankovcin, Tasha Krug, Emily Wilson, and Gayathri Gatla share their journeys into STEM and the mobility industry, the challenges they’ve faced, and the opportunities that shaped their careers. From launching electric vehicles at Rivian to recruiting top engineering talent at PACCAR, each story highlights resilience, mentorship, and the importance of diversity in driving innovation.

Key topics include:
• Career pivots and unexpected opportunities in mobility
• Overcoming high-stakes technical and cultural challenges
• How diversity improves product design and engineering teams
• Inspiring the next generation of women in STEM and motorsports

This panel offers candid advice and empowering stories for students, professionals, and anyone passionate about the future of sustainable mobility.

]]> Program Managers Spill the Secrets of SAE Events! https://beyondthecompetition.fireside.fm/196 3084c61e-d9df-41ec-919a-be200dd630c1 Thu, 19 Dec 2024 08:00:00 -0500 SAE International full 8 SAE International Step into the exciting world of SAE University Programs with the Beyond the Competition podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, hosts Scott Schultz and Michael Sorg welcome program managers Brett Foley (SAE Aero Design), Kaley Zundel (Formula SAE), and Damon Andring (Baja SAE) for a fun, rowdy, and insightful wrap-up of the 2024 competition season. From standout moments like Formula SAE's big changes to Baja’s groundbreaking tank vehicle, we dive deep into the creativity, resilience, and behind-the-scenes stories of these incredible student teams. 🌍✨ 41:59 no Step into the exciting world of SAE University Programs with the Beyond the Competition podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, hosts Scott Schultz and Michael Sorg welcome program managers Brett Foley (SAE Aero Design), Kaley Zundel (Formula SAE), and Damon Andring (Baja SAE) for a fun, rowdy, and insightful wrap-up of the 2024 competition season. From standout moments like Formula SAE's big changes to Baja’s groundbreaking tank vehicle, we dive deep into the creativity, resilience, and behind-the-scenes stories of these incredible student teams. 🌍✨ Discover how live streaming is changing the game, hear surprising anecdotes (like running snowmobiles on ski hills!), and find out what’s in store for the 2025 season. Whether you’re a student, a volunteer, or just a fan of innovation, this episode has something for you! 🔗 Stay connected: 🌐 SAE University Programs https://www.sae.org/attend/student-events 🎥 Watch more inspiring stories from SAE competitions! https://www.youtube.com/@SAEUniversityPrograms SAE, SAE International, Beyond the Competition, SAE Podcast, Engineering Podcast, University Programs, STEM Podcast, Student Competitions, Engineering Challenges, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Aero Design, Clean Snowmobile Challenge, SAE Electric Vehicles, SAE Competitions 2024, SAE Events, Engineering Innovations, STEM Careers, Future Engineers, Formula Electric, Live Streaming Events, Student Projects, Resilient Engineering, Behind the Scenes, Technical Inspections, College Engineering Teams, Engineering Volunteers, SAE Teams, STEM Students, Engineering Community, Innovation in Engineering, Creative Problem Solving, Engineering Stories, Engineering Highlights, Future of SAE Step into the exciting world of SAE University Programs with the Beyond the Competition podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, hosts Scott Schultz and Michael Sorg welcome program managers Brett Foley (SAE Aero Design), Kaley Zundel (Formula SAE), and Damon Andring (Baja SAE) for a fun, rowdy, and insightful wrap-up of the 2024 competition season. From standout moments like Formula SAE's big changes to Baja’s groundbreaking tank vehicle, we dive deep into the creativity, resilience, and behind-the-scenes stories of these incredible student teams. 🌍✨

Discover how live streaming is changing the game, hear surprising anecdotes (like running snowmobiles on ski hills!), and find out what’s in store for the 2025 season. Whether you’re a student, a volunteer, or just a fan of innovation, this episode has something for you!

🔗 Stay connected:
🌐 SAE University Programs https://www.sae.org/attend/student-events
🎥 Watch more inspiring stories from SAE competitions! https://www.youtube.com/@SAEUniversityPrograms

]]> Step into the exciting world of SAE University Programs with the Beyond the Competition podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, hosts Scott Schultz and Michael Sorg welcome program managers Brett Foley (SAE Aero Design), Kaley Zundel (Formula SAE), and Damon Andring (Baja SAE) for a fun, rowdy, and insightful wrap-up of the 2024 competition season. From standout moments like Formula SAE's big changes to Baja’s groundbreaking tank vehicle, we dive deep into the creativity, resilience, and behind-the-scenes stories of these incredible student teams. 🌍✨

Discover how live streaming is changing the game, hear surprising anecdotes (like running snowmobiles on ski hills!), and find out what’s in store for the 2025 season. Whether you’re a student, a volunteer, or just a fan of innovation, this episode has something for you!

🔗 Stay connected:
🌐 SAE University Programs https://www.sae.org/attend/student-events
🎥 Watch more inspiring stories from SAE competitions! https://www.youtube.com/@SAEUniversityPrograms

]]> Women in Motorsports https://beyondthecompetition.fireside.fm/194 4be0730b-6d3d-419a-a4a9-fc788a932a26 Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500 SAE International full 8 SAE International This podcast episode brings together industry leaders to discuss “Women in Motorsports.” Featuring voices like Stacy Puckett from Women in Motorsports North America, Alba Colon from Hendrick Motorsports, and other remarkable professionals, they explore diverse careers within motorsports—from engineering to racing and beyond. Panelists share personal journeys, challenges, and advice for aspiring women, aiming to inspire the next generation of talent. The discussion also highlights the importance of representation, innovation, and opportunities in STEM-related roles, particularly within motorsports. 1:17:08 no This podcast episode brings together industry leaders to discuss “Women in Motorsports.” Featuring voices like Stacy Puckett from Women in Motorsports North America, Alba Colon from Hendrick Motorsports, and other remarkable professionals, they explore diverse careers within motorsports—from engineering to racing and beyond. Panelists share personal journeys, challenges, and advice for aspiring women, aiming to inspire the next generation of talent. The discussion also highlights the importance of representation, innovation, and opportunities in STEM-related roles, particularly within motorsports. For aspiring engineers, racing enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about breaking gender barriers, this episode offers a candid look at empowering women in motorsports. Women in Motorsports, STEM careers, Women in STEM, Motorsports careers, Formula SAE, Hendrick Motorsports, Bosch engineering, Racing industry, Female engineers, Motorsports leadership, Women in racing, Career inspiration, Diversity in motorsports, Empowering women, Motorsports innovation, STEM education, Technical recruiting, Automotive industry, Engineering jobs, Women in engineering This podcast episode brings together industry leaders to discuss “Women in Motorsports.” Featuring voices like Stacy Puckett from Women in Motorsports North America, Alba Colon from Hendrick Motorsports, and other remarkable professionals, they explore diverse careers within motorsports—from engineering to racing and beyond. Panelists share personal journeys, challenges, and advice for aspiring women, aiming to inspire the next generation of talent. The discussion also highlights the importance of representation, innovation, and opportunities in STEM-related roles, particularly within motorsports.

For aspiring engineers, racing enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about breaking gender barriers, this episode offers a candid look at empowering women in motorsports.

]]> This podcast episode brings together industry leaders to discuss “Women in Motorsports.” Featuring voices like Stacy Puckett from Women in Motorsports North America, Alba Colon from Hendrick Motorsports, and other remarkable professionals, they explore diverse careers within motorsports—from engineering to racing and beyond. Panelists share personal journeys, challenges, and advice for aspiring women, aiming to inspire the next generation of talent. The discussion also highlights the importance of representation, innovation, and opportunities in STEM-related roles, particularly within motorsports.

For aspiring engineers, racing enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about breaking gender barriers, this episode offers a candid look at empowering women in motorsports.

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