HVACR Leaders Magazine: Meet the New President of ASHRAE, Bjarne W. Olesen

is geared to learn new skills and is rapidly
adaptive to the latest trends in research and
technology.
Possesses the Attitude of a Leader. Not
because you are the best in the team, you
should work things on your own. A master
engineer knows how to make well use of his
resources by complementing each of the
available tools to form a great masterpiece.
The same goes for the team, a leader is
someone who sets the pace for his coworkers
and believes that working together
can mean success in every project.
Has a Keen Sense to Detail. What
differentiates a master engineer from a regular
one is his ability to pay attention to every
possible error. While optimism is a check
for success, there is no harm in being extra
careful. Engineers play a hard job in ensuring
that every projects deliver according to the
desired specification. It is only just to make
sure that it is fail-safe and works perfectly.
Demonstrates Unparalleled Analytical
Aptitude. Not only that great engineers are
natural inquisitors but they are also very
passionate in improving the way things
work. They do not stop for better but has a
long standing goal to beat what’s already
considered best. Thus, also equates to
unending process of examination and
meticulous research.
Is an Excellent Communicator. Superior
assets of the company are not found
underground covered in dust. An excellent
engineer also needs to speak-up. They
can sell the idea and translate complex
methodologies for the all the clients to
understand.
Remains Constantly Creative. Playing the role
of the alpha means breaking the old rules
and crafting a better one. Being flexible to
change can mean progress when developing
innovative approach in achieving the
company’s goals. It isn’t wrong to conform to
the norms but to try something new if it means
betterment can be of great help.
Has Excellent Problem Solving Skills. From
pinpointing the root cause to eventually
finding the most effective way to solve the
problem is a must have skill of a master
engineer. Having an eye to immediately figure
where the glitch possibly started can prevent
further loss for the company. Also, the ability
to forecast what won’t work from a handful set
of proposed solutions can save not just time
but valuable resources.