English for Engineers

By Olivia Augustin

Ever wished you had a Technical English + Business English teacher who’s an engineer as well? Well, you found her: civil engineer and certified English teacher turned corporate trainer, Olivia Augusti... more

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English for Engineers episodes:

March 31, 2026E24 Mentorship and Empathy in Engineering
What if the only thing standing between you and being seen as a top engineer… is how confidently you communicate in English

This episode of English for Engineers dives into why that gap exists and how to close it. I’m joined by Noelia Gozalo, an experienced engineer in the automotive and renewable energy industry, to talk about what it really takes to communicate confidently in technical and business environments. From not understanding a single lecture abroad to leading international teams, Noelia shares the raw reality of learning English in the real world, not the classroom version.
We unpack why confidence matters more than perfect grammar, how empathy can completely transform communication in cross-functional teams, and what engineers actually need to succeed in international workplaces. If you’ve ever frozen in a meeting, second-guessed your English, or felt like you’re “not good enough” to speak up, this episode will shift your perspective.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:
Why speaking “perfect English” is not the goal in technical communication
How to build confidence speaking in meetings
The role of empathy in international engineering teams
Why engineers often freeze when speaking English (and how to overcome it)
How real-world immersion accelerates your language and career growth

The English for Engineers podcast is for engineers and technicians who want to communicate clearly, sound professional, and finally stop translating in their heads. It’s packed with real-world tips, cross-cultural insights, and practical ways to turn technical English and business English into tools you actually enjoy using.

COURSES AND RESOURCES:
Training Solutions for Tech Teams: for engineering teams ready to lead meetings, explain designs, and stop second-guessing their words.
Emails for Engineers Template Pack: real emails you can copy and paste into your next update or request.
Fast Track to Fluency: Olivia’s course is designed specifically for non-native English-speaking engineers who need to communicate more quickly and confidently in technical discussions.
Click here to find an oversight of all services Olivia offers.

Missed the last episode?
Catch Ep #023 w/ Rebecca v Ramsdonk

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer, university guest lecturer, and certified English as a 2nd language and Business English teacher. With her one-on-one lessons and group courses, she teaches non-native English-speaking engineers the kind of technical English that gets the job done.

Work with Olivia: marcode.org/services
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_

CONNECT WITH NOELIA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noelia-gozalo/
DM her the word “challenge” to join her upcoming mentoring challenge for engineers
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34min
July 28, 2025E23 Going Dutch (Confidence in Language Learning) - with Rebecca van Raamsdonk
Ever feel confident in your field, but not in your language? This episode of English for Engineers dives into how to fix that. I’m joined by Rebecca van Raamsdonk, founder of NABU Academy, to talk about what really works for language learning at the advanced level — especially for ambitious professionals like you.
We unpack why confidence often matters more than fluency, how to actually feel at home in a new language, and why grammar is the foundation — but never the whole house. Rebecca shares real-world strategies for breaking past the textbook, simplifying complex grammar, and using podcasts as your secret language weapon.
Whether you’re learning Dutch, English, or any other language for work, this episode will change how you think about language, mistakes, and real progress.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
How feeling “at home” in a language boosts clarity, confidence, and connection
Why confidence > fluency when it comes to high-stakes communication
Simple ways to integrate language learning into your daily routine — no flashcards required
How to reframe mistakes as growth markers (not failures)
Why speaking regularly — even imperfectly — builds real, lasting confidence

The English for Engineers podcast is for engineers and technicians who want to communicate clearly, sound professional, and finally stop translating in their heads. It’s packed with real-world tips, cross-cultural insights, and practical ways to turn Technical and Business English into a tool you actually like using.

RESOURCES AND LINKS
Free Coaching Resources (Rebecca):
Masterclass: From Insecure to Fluent (B2/C1 Dutch)

Free Learning Resources (Olivia):
Olivia’s Freebies for Engineers

Courses + Templates
Technical English Group Course: for engineers ready to lead meetings, explain designs, and stop second-guessing their words.
Emails for Engineers Template Pack: real emails you can copy and paste into your next update or request.
Missed last week’s episode? Catch Ep #022 with Saskia Slotboom, where we explore authentic leadership for technical minds.

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English as a 2nd language and Business English teacher. With her one-on-one lessons and group courses, she teaches non-native English-speaking engineers the kind of technical English that gets the job done.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_

CONNECT WITH REBECCA
Founder of Nabu Academy: Dutch for advanced learners (B2–C1).

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-van-raamsdonk/
Company Website: http://www.nabuacademy.nl
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nabuacademy/
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55min
June 24, 2025E22 Authentic Leadership for Technical Minds - with Saskia Slotboom
In this episode of the English for Engineers podcast, host Olivia Augustin speaks with Saskia Slotboom, a coach and trainer for professionals in STEM fields. They discuss the importance of soft skills, particularly emotional intelligence, in engineering careers.
Saskia shares her journey from engineering to coaching, emphasizing the need for engineers to develop interpersonal skills to succeed in their roles. The conversation also touches on cultural differences in communication and the significance of feedback in personal growth. Olivia and Saskia explore the critical role of communication in engineering leadership. They discuss the challenges engineers face in multicultural teams, the importance of building trust, and the need for emotional intelligence in technical fields.
The episode emphasizes the transition from technical roles to coaching, the shift from perfectionism to authenticity, and the significance of visibility and self-promotion in engineering careers. They also touch on the complexities of maturity in leadership and the necessity of understanding different communication levels.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT
The need for engineers to develop soft skills.
How engineers can enhance their emotional awareness through practice.
Understanding personal triggers helps in managing responses.
Why slowing down to reflect can lead to better communication.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts so that Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS
Free Coaching Resources (Saskia):
https://www.saskiaslotboom.nl/download-reflectie-tool/
https://www.saskiaslotboom.nl/download-reflection-tool/

Free Learning Resources (Olivia):
https://www.marcode.org/freebies
And also check out the Emails for Engineers template package to simplify your project communication with engineer-written, ready-to-use English email templates.
Look into the Technical English Group Course for ambitious engineers, learn to communicate clearly with your clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors, and understand the logic behind technical English.

Catch up with English for Engineers episode #021 with Johan Bell, an experienced technical consultant with a focus on practical solutions and a strong affinity with Systems Engineering & Asset Management.

CONNECT WITH SASKIA SLOTBOOM
A coach and trainer for professionals in STEM fields. In her coaching, she specializes in ‘soft skills’: communication, influencing, public speaking, and (personal) leadership.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saskiaslotboom/
Company Website: http://www.saskiaslotboom.nl
Free Coaching Resources: https://www.saskiaslotboom.nl/download-reflectie-tool/
https://www.saskiaslotboom.nl/download-reflection-tool/

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English as a 2nd language and Business English teacher. With her one-on-one lessons and group courses, she teaches non-native English-speaking engineers the kind of English that gets the job done.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
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1h 4min
January 31, 2025E21 Spare The Details - with Johan Bel
In this episode of English for Engineers, I take a deep dive into project communication with Johan Bel, an experienced technical consultant with a focus on practical solutions and a strong affinity with Systems Engineering & Asset Management. He’s mainly active in industrial automation (hardware & software) and instrumentation throughout the entire life cycle, with almost 20 years of experience collaborating with various (professional) disciplines at all levels of the organization.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL HEAR ABOUT
Communication challenges in interdisciplinary teams
The cultural diversity in the Netherlands and its direct impact on communication.
The complexity of Systems Engineering.
And why ‘Spare the details’ will be the best advice you’ll ever get.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts so that Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS
Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to simplify your project communication with engineer-written, ready-to-use English email templates.
Look into the Technical English Group Course for ambitious engineers, learn to communicate clearly with your clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors, and understand the logic behind technical English.
Catch up with English for Engineers episode #020 with Cathy Intro to learn about how neurodivergent engineers need a different approach when learning languages.

CONNECT WITH JOHAN BEL
Cathy Intro is an entrepreneur and a certified Professional Neurolanguage Coach®. She hosts the podcast My Polyglot Life en français to help upper intermediate and advanced learners study French efficiently and with joy.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johan-bel
Company Website: https://ingenieursgroepnederland.nl/

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English as a second language teacher. With her one-on-one lessons and group courses, she teaches non-native English-speaking engineers the kind of English that gets the job done.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
...more
35min
December 13, 2024E20 Neurolinguistic Language Coaching and its Advantages for Engineers - with Catherine Intro
In this episode of English for Engineers, Catherine Intro and I take a look at Neurolanguage Coaching. Join us as we unpack not only Neurolinguistics but also the quirks of 'Quebeck-English', and how adult engineers learn languages differently.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN
Interesting aspects of Neurolinguistics and how it empowers adult language learners, especially systematic thinkers like engineers
about cultural differences in language learning
The difference in workplace dynamics: French vs. Canadian

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts so that Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS
Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to simplify your project communication with engineer-written, ready-to-use English email templates.

Look into the Technical English Group Course for ambitious engineers, learn to communicate clearly with your clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors, and understand the logic behind technical English.

Catch up with English for Engineers episode #019 to get insights on the North American Eco-Innovation Network provided by Dr. Omar Chavez

CONNECT WITH CATHERINE INTRO
Cathy Intro is an entrepreneur and a certified Professional Neurolanguage Coach®. She hosts the podcast My Polyglot Life en français to help upper intermediate and advanced learners study French efficiently and with joy.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-introligator/
Website: https://mypolyglotlife.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cathy.intro/

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English as a second language teacher. With her one-on-one lessons and group courses, she teaches non-native English-speaking engineers the kind of English that gets the job done.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
...more
51min
October 23, 2024E19: The Eco-Innovation Network: CEC, JPAC, and TLCAN's environmental legacy
In this episode of English for Engineers, Dr. Omar Chavéz Alegía and I dive into the Eco-Innovation Network and explore the significant roles of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) and the Joint Public Advisory Committee (JPAC) within the context of the North American Free Trade Agreement (TLCAN/NAFTA).
Join us as we unpack how these organizations have shaped environmental policies and promoted sustainability across North America.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE WILL
Discuss the purpose and impact of the Eco-Innovation Network.
Explore the roles of CEC and JPAC in environmental cooperation.
Learn about the historical context of TLCAN/NAFTA and its influence on environmental policy.
Highlight key eco-innovation initiatives supported by these organizations.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts from side industries so that Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS
Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to simplify your project communication with engineer-written, ready-to-use English email templates.
Look into the Technical English Group Course for ambitious engineers, learn to communicate clearly with your clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors, and understand the logic behind technical English.
Catch up with English for Engineers episode #016 to learn live lessons from Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Links mentioned in this episode:
The Eco-Innovation Network: http://ecoinnovationnetwork.org/
The CEC: http://www.cec.org/
The JPAC: http://www.cec.org/about/joint-public-advisory-committee/
The TMEC (formerly TLCAN): https://www.gob.mx/t-mec

CONNECT WITH DR. CHAVEZ
Dr. Omar Chavéz Alegría is the department head of the Facultad de Ingeniería at the Autonomous University of Queretaro, where he fills the roles of a professor and researcher.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-chavez-705004a1/
University website: https://ingenieria.uaq.mx/index.php/oferta-educativa/maestrias/maestria-en-arquitectura/125-curriculums/877-dr-omar-chavez-alegria

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English as a second language teacher. Her specialty is dissecting the intricate structures of the English language and only putting back the pieces engineers really need to become skilled communicators.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
...more
44min
August 23, 2024E18: Linguistics and Engineering in Technical Translation
In this episode of English for Engineers, I talk to Alice Miozzo Zana and Pierre-Yves Zana from Tranzana Translations. Alice & Pierre-Yves are an international couple working in the language industry as freelance translators. Alice is an Italian technical and marketing translator, while PY is a French engineer turned technical translator.
They work hand in hand to help industrial and tech companies overcome their linguistic challenges.

Join us in this episode as we learn how the fusion of engineering and linguistics enables them to deliver trustworthy translations by effectively bridging the gap between technical accuracy and linguistic fluency.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’ll LEARN
What are the advantages of working with small translation offices.
How differently Italians and French approach formalities.
And how the combination of linguistic expertise and engineering knowledge contributes to the trustworthiness and accuracy of your translations.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts from side industries so that Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS
Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to simplify your project communication with engineer-written, ready-to-use English email templates as well as a PDF guide that will teach you how to structure emails, how to switch between formal and informal language, and how to quickly and reliably check for mistakes before sending.

Catch up with English for Engineers episode #017 to learn about the importance of a global mindset for engineering professionals.

Today's episode was sponsored by Marcode, a coaching business where I help engineers master their Technical English and international business communication so that talking in English will become their new superpower.

CONNECT WITH TRADZANA TRANSLATIONS
Alice and Pierre-Yves work hand in hand to help industrial and tech companies overcome their linguistic challenges.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amiozzo/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/pyzana/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tradzana_translation/
Website: https://www.tradzana.com/en-home

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English teacher turned corporate trainer. Her specialty is dissecting the intricate structures of the English language and only putting back the pieces engineers really need to become skilled communicators.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
...more
32min
August 02, 2024E17: Developing a Global Mindset for Engineering Professionals
In this episode of English for Engineers, I talk to Kate Dahl, a career consultant for internationals in Denmark who helps them integrate into the Danish labour market.

Join us in this episode as we discuss what it means to have a global mindset and how engineering professionals can develop such a mindset.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’ll LEARN
What it means to have an international mindset and
Why that is essential for engineering professionals.
How engineers can develop such an attitude, and
If English language proficiency does play a role in said mindset.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts from side industries so that Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS
Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to simplify your project communication with engineer-written, ready-to-use English email templates, as well as a PDF guide that will teach you how to structure emails, how to switch between formal and informal language, and how to quickly and reliably check for mistakes before sending.
The Culture Map by Erin Meyer: I mention this book during the episode and regularly refer to it during my lessons. It is an absolute 'must read' for everyone doing business internationally or living abroad.

Catch up with English for Engineers episode #016 to learn live lessons from Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Today's episode was sponsored by Marcode, a coaching business where I help engineers master their Technical English and international business communication so that talking in English will become their new superpower.

CONNECT WITH KATE DAHL
Kate Dahl’s agency, Career Denmark, empowers expats to land their dream jobs in Denmark. She offers career guidance and workshops on the Danish labour market.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careerconsultant4internationals
Website: www.careerdenmark.dk

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English teacher turned corporate trainer. Her specialty is dissecting the intricate structures of the English language and only putting back the pieces engineers really need to become skilled communicators.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
...more
52min
October 18, 2023E16: Three Lessons from Arnold Schwarzenegger
In this Episode, Olivia talks about 3 life lessons engineers who learn English as a second (or third) language, can learn from the Austrian oak, Arnold Schwarzenegger.
As an expat, Arnold was always mocked for his thick Austrian accent, mocked for his appearance, and his ambitions.
In this episode, you'll learn:
that he was not afraid to ask for help. And he was willing to learn off anyone. Even took advice from a ballet teacher to improve his performance on stage. Tip: Ask your colleagues and friends to help you learn English.
that he knew about the power of a positive environment. As bodybuilder, actor, and politician he brought people together: to train together, to be inspired by each other. Tip: Connect with fellow engineers who are on international projects or who are expats as well.
that he ignored the naysayers. Have you ever had one of those teachers tell you that you have no language talent whatsoever? Ignore them. As an engineer, you're wired to be good at English.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds to improve their communication skills so Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
1. Read more about why engineers are good at learning English here: https://www.marcode.org/blog/052
2. Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to help you streamline your email writing efforts (with more than 30 English email templates and priceless bonuses that will teach you how to structure emails, how to switch between formal and informal language, and how to quickly and reliably check for mistakes before sending).

Today's episode was sponsored by Marcode, a coaching business where I help engineers master their Technical English and international business communication so that talking in English will become their new superpower.

Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English teacher turned corporate trainer. Her specialty is dissecting the intricate structures of the English language and only putting back the pieces engineers really need to become skilled communicators.

Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
...more
4min
July 13, 2023E15: Technical Translators - The Unsung Heroes of Engineering
In this episode of English for Engineers, I am chatting with Anthoinette Međjedović-van Winkoop, CEO of Helena Technical Translations (together with business partner Mathijs Mekes) and Chelsea Janssen, who is a junior translator at Helena Technical Translations.

Join us in this episode as we discuss what’s going on behind the scenes of high-quality technical translations. Anthoinette and Chelsea walk us through the process, from initial contact to scrutinizing reviews and finally delivering optimal results.

"Translation is that which transforms everything so that nothing changes."

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’ll LEARN:
What steps are involved in a professional translation process.
Why context is everything.
In which ways engineers can support translators.
And what an ISO certification has to do with the 4-eye principle.

The English for Engineers podcast is here to help engineers and technicians from all backgrounds to improve their communication skills and provide them with interesting facts from side industries so Technical and Business English becomes their new superpower.

RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Check out the Emails for Engineers template package to help you streamline your email writing efforts (with more than 30 English email templates and priceless bonuses that will teach you how to structure emails, how to switch between formal and informal language, and how to quickly and reliably check for mistakes before sending).

Catch up with English for Engineers episode #014 to learn why there’s no such thing as “proper English” and how to use the STAR method to answer behavioral questions.

Today's episode was sponsored by Marcode, a coaching business where I help engineers master their Technical English and international business communication so that talking in English will become their new superpower.

CONNECT WITH HELENA TECHNICAL TRANSLATION
Helena Technical Translations is known as a customer-oriented technical translation agency. Large international enterprises and SMEs have relied on their highly qualified and experienced translators since 1991. All their translators are genuine native speakers, linguists, and specialize in one or more fields. They are ISO-17100 certified, which solidifies their quality guarantee.

Facebook: Helena Technical Translations BV
Instagram: @helena_technical_translations
Linkedin: Helena Technical Translations BV
Website: https://www.helena.nl/
If you have a potential translation project, you can e-mail them directly via [email protected] or [email protected]

CONNECT WITH OLIVIA AUGUSTIN
Olivia Augustin is a civil engineer and certified English teacher turned corporate trainer. Her specialty is dissecting the intricate structures of the English language and only putting back the pieces engineers really need to become skilled communicators.
Work with me: marcode.org/solutions
Get the newsletter: marcode.org/newsletter
LinkedIn: Olivia Augustin
Instagram: @_marcode_
...more
39min

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