Ian Mark

Ian Mark is a content specialist on the Siemens global academic marketing team. He writes about all the ways that Siemens academic program is helping drive positive change in the world of engineering education.

A student gains hands-on learning to develop the necessary engineering skills to excel in their academic pursuits and future careers.

3 ways Siemens’ software boosts engineering skills for students 

June 16, 2025

In this blog, we dive into the three ways engineering education software is revolutionizing education and opening new career avenues.

By Ian Mark
4 MIN READ

Engineering transformation: How Fraunhofer IEM is empowering system engineers to break down silos and lead change 

June 12, 2025

This summer, Dr. Anja Schierbaum, head of systems engineering at Fraunhofer Institute for Mechatronic Systems Design (Fraunhaufer IEM), will share insights from her innovative Engineering Management Transformation course at Realize LIVE Europe 2025 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

By Ian Mark
2 MIN READ
Two speakers stand on the main stage at Realize LIVE.

Highlights from the Academic and Future Workforce Program at Realize LIVE Americas 2025

June 11, 2025

At Realize LIVE Americas, we brought together educators, industry leaders and students to discuss how to best prepare engineers for the rigors of today’s industrial environments.

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ

Siemens becomes first industrial software company to offer an ABET-recognized credential

May 30, 2025

Design for the Circular Economy, a microcredential created by Siemens in collaboration with the University of Colorado Boulder, is now the first industry credential to receive ABET recognition.   

By Ian Mark
2 MIN READ

Preview Siemens’ Global Academic and Future Workforce Program at Realize LIVE Europe 2025 

May 23, 2025

At Realize LIVE Europe 2025, Siemens’ Global Academic and Future Workforce Program will ignite discussions among educators, industry leaders and students about addressing the engineering skills gap.

By Ian Mark
2 MIN READ

Exploring Wayne State’s new manufacturing engineering program at Realize LIVE Americas 2025

May 5, 2025

This session will dive into the re-imagined manufacturing engineering master’s program developed by Wayne State University in collaboration with industry partners. 

By Ian Mark
< 1 MIN READ

Learn how Purdue University is preparing undergraduate engineering students for the digital enterprise at Realize LIVE Americas 2025 

May 5, 2025

In this session, Professors Nathan Hartman and Travis Fuerst from Purdue University will be sharing how they introduce the same product design processes used at leading industrial organizations early in students’ undergraduate education. 

By Ian Mark
< 1 MIN READ

Student stories: How future engineers are using Siemens software to design products, gain new skills and more

May 5, 2025

Meet three engineering students who are using Siemens software and Siemens Xcelerator Academy to sharpen their skills, gain real-world experience and power their career goals. 

By Ian Mark
3 MIN READ

Engineering certifications vs. credentials: What’s the difference?

April 7, 2025

While a four-year degree provides a strong foundation, additional certifications and credentials can set you apart in the competitive job market.

By Ian Mark
5 MIN READ