SONEUK organises an interaction for intergenerational learning and professional exchange

London: On Saturday (6th Feb), Society of Nepalese Engineers (SONE) UK hosted its 65th event alongside a city meet-up in Leicester.

The event brought together 18 engineering professionals, students, and individuals working across construction, project management and the IT sector, creating a valuable platform for intergenerational learning and professional exchange.

The session began with Er. Subodh Timilsina, Chairperson of SONEUK, who introduced SONEUK, outlining the organisation’s mission, vision, and its role in supporting Nepali engineers and professionals in the UK. This was followed by a round of introductions, allowing participants to share their academic journey, professional challenges and difficulties they are facing to get to the employment ladder.

The second segment focused on an open discussion led by Er. Subodh Timilsina, where young engineers and professionals were invited to share the challenges they face and the kind of support they seek from SONEUK.

During the discussion, Er. Gopal Neupane emphasised the importance of differentiating oneself in a competitive job market, advising young professionals to focus on consistent hard work and practical experience to strengthen their CVs. Er. Safal Subedi, a young engineering professional, highlighted the value of gaining additional qualifications and undertaking relevant training courses to remain competitive and adaptable.

During discussion, Er Santosh Khadka, Saugat Dhamala, Ajeena Timilsina and others also shared their thoughts.

Chairperson of SONEUK, Er. Subodh Timilsina, concluded by stressing that passion, self-awareness, and the ability to clearly articulate one’s skills are essential for long-term career growth. Across the conversation, a recurring theme was the critical importance of communication skills, particularly within engineering and engineering management careers.

Overall, the event fostered meaningful dialogue, mentorship, and insight, reinforcing SONEUK’s commitment to empowering the next generation of engineers and professionals.