The Future of Engineering & Manufacturing
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The Future of Engineering & Manufacturing

Meet top employers, Collaborate, Upskill future workforce and Explore engineering’s future! Network, Learn & Grow.

By South & City College Birmingham

Date and time

Tuesday, April 29 · 8 - 11am GMT+1

Location

South & City College Birmingham - Longbridge Campus

1 Longbridge Lane Birmingham B31 2TW United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

📅 Tuesday, 29th April 2025
🕓 8:00 – 11:00 AM
📍 South & City College Birmingham (SCCB), Longbridge

Join us for an insightful and interactive morning where industry leaders, businesses and future talent come together to connect, collaborate and drive innovation. This event is a must-attend for those eager to actively engage in discussions shaping the future of engineering and manufacturing in Birmingham.


Event Highlights

Keynote Speaker:
Emmanuel Itodo Daniel, PhD, MCIOB, SFHEA – Associate Professor (Reader), University of Wolverhampton.
An expert in Lean Construction and Modular Housing, Emmanuel will discuss how engineering, manufacturing and modern construction methods are evolving to meet the demands of the future.

Industry Speaker Showcase – Driving Innovation
A forward-thinking panel of industry leaders will explore the opportunities and challenges in engineering and manufacturing, featuring:

  • Dr. Louis Gyoh – Principal Lecturer, Built Environment, University of Wolverhampton
  • Iwan Roberts - Education Manager, Autodesk
  • Holly Sheahan – Business & Operations Lead, IFM Engage (Shoestring)
  • Lydia-Pearl Morrissey – Digital Marketer UK & Ireland, Fanuc
  • Anshu Williams – Assistant Director of Employee Engagement, SCCB
  • Mike Tierney – Head of School - Engineering, SCCB

Meet & Network with Leading Companies
Engage with major businesses, including Fanuc, Autodesk, Shoestring and many more! Discover how modern methods of engineering are shaping the future and explore career-boosting opportunities in the sector.


What to Expect

The event kicks off with networking and our keynote speaker, followed by industry talks exploring the latest opportunities in engineering and manufacturing.

Attendees can then visit the employer showcase, featuring businesses, training opportunities and hands-on demonstrations of SCCB’s advanced engineering resources.

The event concludes with a tour of the facilities, where students will present their projects, followed by final remarks and further networking.


Why Attend?

  • Gain insights from leading experts on the future of engineering and manufacturing
  • Learn about modern methods of engineering and their impact on industry
  • Connect with employers, educators and industry professionals
  • Enjoy a hot breakfast sandwich and refreshments while networking

Free 3-hour parking available at the M&S Multi-Story Car Park.

Register now to secure your place!

Organized by

South and City College Birmingham is a great vocational college with hundreds of practical courses. With six campuses and centres across Birmingham, it's the ideal College if you're looking for something close to home with great transport links.

We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience required for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education at college or university.

With exceptional facilities which we continue to invest in, including a purpose-built construction centre, hair and beauty salons which are open to the public, a fine dining restaurant run by students, music and sound recording rooms, an industry-standard auditorium and much more, students can expect to be offered a wide range of new opportunities whilst studying.