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Mechanical engineering is full of opportunities - but many young women are still hesitant. We want to change that with exclusive insights as part of a series of excursions for technology students.

The number of international students in Germany is growing steadily. This is good news for mechanical engineering.

In episode 7 of the video series "Mechanical Engineering meets Young Professionals", Miriam Härter and Florian Frühbeis from HAWE Hydraulik SE present their tasks at the plant in Freising.

A survey of around 550 companies shows: 62 percent of companies offer dual studies - and benefit from them. This is because most of the junior staff stay with the company that trains them.

Through the transfer of technology and knowledge, students receive practical training and companies can retain skilled workers. SMEs should be supported in cooperations in university teaching.

Every year, around 250,000 young people try to find their way into vocational training after leaving school with the help of the transition area. There is a wide range of programs to choose from, but too often companies and young people do not find a match.

In our theme publications, you will find facts, figures and data related to vocational training, engineering courses, skilled workers, mechanical engineers and women in machinery and equipment manufacturing.

Study by the IMPULS Foundation for Engineering Education for Industry 4.0 develops the first target profile for engineers in industry 4.0 Appeal to universities: Making teaching more interdisciplinary New competencies: Computer Science, Data Science and Data Security

Demographic change, a shortage of skilled workers, unfilled training positions - these are often the predominant issues in Germany when it comes to recruitment. But what is it like in other countries? We asked around locally.

Through the Walter Reiners Foundation, the VDMA Textile Machinery Association demonstrates its ongoing commitment to the next generation of engineers.

In our mobilization package put together for you, you will find useful information, tips, guidelines and links for your participation in our joint young talent campaign.

The toolbox is a practice-oriented collection of good practice examples of proven methods and innovative approaches for university teaching in the engineering sciences. Now with new examples and a fresh look!

In the 2023 academic year, around 2,400 people started a dual study program in mechanical engineering/process engineering. This is an increase of 13% compared to the previous year and significantly more than in most other fields of study.

Mechanical engineering offers young professionals many attractive jobs and career development opportunities. The VDMA has launched a video series with member companies - Part 6: Nico Lienhard, viastore Software GmbH.

The VDMA provides a wide range of services and advice for member companies, but also for universities and media agencies in the field of science policy and engineering studies. An overview.

Demographic change, a shortage of skilled workers, unfilled training positions - these are often prevalent issues in Germany when it comes to recruiting employees. But what is it like in other countries? We asked around locally.

Even if the shortage of skilled workers has recently eased somewhat, securing skilled workers remains a key challenge. Find out about the current situation in the various occupational fields here.

STEM professions are still predominantly male-dominated. In this virtual workshop, companies discussed specific measures to attract more women to engineering positions.

We, the education department of the VDMA, support our members in all matters relating to the recruitment of junior staff, schools, training, studies and further education and serve as a bridge to education policy. Here you will find the right contact person for your topic and your question.

Demographic change, a shortage of skilled workers, unfilled training positions - these are currently predominant issues in Germany when it comes to recruiting employees. But what is it like in other countries? We asked around locally.

The mix of study and in-company training is popular. The dual study program is particularly popular in mechanical engineering and is proving to be a successful model, a survey of students shows.

For the 7th time, VDMA Software and Digitalization and VDMA Education are offering the "Digitalization in Mechanical Engineering" Young Talent Award, which recognizes outstanding final theses by students. The nomination is made by the supervising uni

Mechanical engineering offers young professionals many attractive activities and career development opportunities. The VDMA has produced a video series with member companies - the result is five exciting clips that will whet your appetite for more.

Technical professions are still strongly male-dominated. In view of the shortage of skilled workers, many companies are asking themselves how more women can be recruited and retained for technical professions.

Change is needed in various areas of education and working life to attract more women to technical professions. The latest study by the VDMA's Impuls Foundation investigates exactly what is needed. For the first time, the study focuses on the link between studies, career entry and the first years of employment for female engineers.

Too few women choose this career path as an engineer because technical job descriptions are often unclear. Prevailing role models and clichés need to be cleared up.

They are considered to be particularly demanding and at the same time they can choose their jobs: Companies supposedly have to roll out the red carpet for the young professionals of the so-called Generation-Z. But as is so often the case, cliché and reality differ considerably. Recruiting young talent has not become easier for industrial companies in the digital age. But with a little courage and creativity, Generation-Z can also be reached well. 

Wertschätzung für die Lehre, Unterstützung guter Lehrvorhaben und Rückenwind für innovative Konzepte – darum geht es beim höchstdotierten Lehrpreis in den Ingenieurwissenschaften auf Bundesebene, dem VDMA-Hochschulpreis „Bestes Maschinenhaus“.

Successful project completion: From 2013 to the end of 2021, the VDMA worked to increase student success with its project "Maschinenhaus - Platform for Innovative Teaching" . The transfer projects were the largest subproject.

The VDMA networks universities with companies and is committed to increasing student success in the engineering sciences.

Final theses by students show industrial versatility in application of AI methods

The number of vacancies for engineers in the mechanical engineering sector has reached a new high and demand will continue to grow. Currently, two out of three companies have engineering vacancies to fill.

For the third time, the VDMA invites to the virtual career fair for young technical talent - TechTalents. On December 14 and 15, VDMA members will once again have the opportunity to present themselves as exciting technology employers. Be there!

Digitalization poses many a challenge to mechanical engineering. Upskilling your own employees in the area of Industrie 4.0 can be a solution to bring specialized knowledge on board. We have provided you with a list of advanced degree programs.

VDMA Software and Digitalization and the VDMA initiative "Maschinenhaus" - platform for innovative teaching - are jointly offering the "Digitalization in Mechanical Engineering" Young Talent Award. The award is intended to recognize outstanding final theses by students from engineering and computer science departments who have developed practical solutions for the digital transformation in mechanical and plant engineering.

Every three years, the VDMA surveys its member companies about the number and type of engineers they employ, their expectations for the future, and other facts and figures about engineering. Here you can find the engineering surveys of the last years.

Corona is making it particularly difficult for mechanical engineering companies to meet their demand for skilled workers. But even without the pandemic, the challenge to companies and policymakers to find qualified young talent is growing.

Four award winners showcase innovative applications of digital technologies in mechanical and plant engineering

Cooperation between companies and universities is already an integral part of engineering education - and its importance will continue to grow in the future. This is shown by a survey among universities conducted by the VDMA.

The majority of companies in the mechanical and plant engineering sector are planning to recruit new staff. The situation has improved for young talent as the companies plan to expand their vocational training and dual study programs. Companies, on the other hand, are threatened with personnel bottlenecks that could endanger their innovative thrust.

Johann Soder, COO at SEW Eurodrive, talks about the requirements for engineering graduates at the VDMA-VDI conference "Industry 4.0 - Challenges and ways in the training of engineers."

The "Maschinenhaus - Platform for Innovative Teaching" is the VDMA initiative for more academic success in the engineering sciences.

The vast majority of companies in the mechanical and plant engineering sector are sticking to their plans for training and dual studies despite the pandemic. For university graduates, there is a slight easing compared to May despite the continuing difficult situation.

What is actually happening in the field of artificial intelligence? Where is mechanical engineering currently positioned, what are the changes and what do they mean for modern working and the workforce?

VDMA Software and Digitization and the VDMA "Maschinenhaus" initiative jointly award the young talent prize "Digitization in Mechanical Engineering".

Mechanical engineering offers young professionals many attractive jobs and career development opportunities. The VDMA has started a video series with member companies - part 3: Jan Vogt, HAHN Automation.

Mechanical engineering offers young professionals many attractive jobs and career development opportunities. The VDMA has started a video series with member companies - Part 2: Thomas Adermann, DEUTZ AG.

Analysis of 1700 questionnaires shows deficits in specialist knowledge about industry 4.0 Universities must develop curricula for industry 4.0 Employees must be prepared for digital change through further training strategies

In which areas do the engineers in mechanical engineering work? Where are the needs? Is a shortage of applicants to be expected? What is the age structure? These and other questions are answered in the VDMA engineering survey. The detailed version for the year 2019 is now available.

Mechanical engineering offers young professionals many attractive jobs and career development opportunities. The VDMA is launching a video series with member companies.